Documents Synopses by Family

The documents listed in these synopses are organized according to their family, a system of classification that refers to the type of project or project delivery method.

Conventional (A201) Family

A101™–2007 (formerly A101™–1997) Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor where the basis of payment is a Stipulated Sum
A101–2007 is a standard form of agreement between owner and contractor for use where the basis of payment is a stipulated sum (fixed price). A101 adopts by reference, and is designed for use with, A201™–2007, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction. A101 is suitable for large or complex projects. For projects of a more limited scope use of A107™–2007, Agreement Between Owner and Contractor for a Project of Limited Scope, should be considered. For even smaller projects, consider A105™–2007, Agreement Between Owner and Contractor for a Residential or Small Commercial Project.

A102™–2007 (formerly A111™–1997) Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor where the basis of payment is the Cost of the Work Plus a Fee with a Negotiated Guaranteed Maximum Price
This standard form of agreement between owner and contractor is appropriate for use on large projects requiring a negotiated guaranteed maximum price, when the basis of payment to the contractor is the cost of the work plus a fee. A102–2007 is not intended for use in competitive bidding. A102–2007 adopts by reference and is intended for use with A201™–2007, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction.

A103™–2007 (formerly A114™–2001) Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor where the basis of payment is the Cost of the Work Plus a Fee without a Guaranteed Maximum Price
A103–2007 is appropriate for use on large projects when the basis of payment to the contractor is the cost of the work plus a fee, and the cost is not fully known at the commencement of construction. A103–2007 is not intended for use in competitive bidding. A103–2007 adopts by reference, and is intended for use with, A201™–2007, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction.

A107™–2007 (formerly A107™–1997) Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor for a Project of Limited Scope
A107–2007 is a stand-alone agreement with its own internal general conditions and is intended for use on construction projects of limited scope. It is intended for use on medium-to-large sized projects where payment is based on either a stipulated sum or the cost of the work plus a fee, with or without a guaranteed maximum price. Parties using A107–2007 will also use A107, Exhibit A, if using a cost-plus payment method. B104™–2007, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect for a Project of Limited Scope, coordinates with A107–2007 and incorporates it by reference.
For more complex projects, parties should consider using one of the following other owner-contractor agreements: AIA Documents A101™–2007, A102™–2007 or A103™–2007. These agreements are written for a stipulated sum, cost of the work with a guaranteed maximum price, and cost of the work without a guaranteed maximum price, respectively. Each of them incorporates by reference A201™–2007, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction. For single family residential projects, or smaller and less complex commercial projects, parties may wish to consider A105™–2007, Agreement Between Owner and Contractor for a Residential or Small Commercial Project.

A201™–2007 (formerly A201™–1997) General Conditions of the Contract for Construction
The General Conditions are an integral part of the contract for construction for a large project and they are incorporated by reference into the owner-contractor agreement. They set forth the rights, responsibilities, and relationships of the owner, contractor, and architect. Though not a party to the contract for construction between owner and contractor, the architect participates in the preparation of the contract documents and performs construction phase duties and responsibilities described in detail in the general conditions. A201–2007 is adopted by reference in owner-architect, owner-contractor, and contractor-subcontractor agreements in the A201 family of documents; thus, it is often called the "keystone" document.

A201™SC–1999 Federal Supplementary Conditions of the Contract for Construction
A201SC–1999 is intended for use on certain federally assisted construction projects. For such projects, A201SC–1999 adapts A201™–1997 by providing (1) necessary modifications of the General Conditions, (2) additional conditions, and (3) insurance requirements for federally assisted construction projects.

A401™–2007 (formerly A401™–1997) Standard Form of Agreement Between Contractor and Subcontractor
This agreement establishes the contractual relationship between the contractor and subcontractor. It sets forth the responsibilities of both parties and lists their respective obligations, which are written to parallel A201™–2007, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, which A401–2007 incorporates by reference. A401™–2007 may be modified for use as an agreement between the subcontractor and a sub-subcontractor, and must be modified if used where A107™–2007 or A105™–2007 serves as the owner-contractor agreement.

A503™–2007 (formerly A511™–1999) Guide for Supplementary Conditions
A503–2007 is not an agreement, but is a guide containing model provisions for modifying and supplementing A201™–2007, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction. It provides model language with explanatory notes to assist users in adapting A201– 2007 to specific circumstances. A201–2007, as a standard form document, cannot cover all the particulars of a project. Thus, A503–2007 is provided to assist A201–2007 users either in modifying it, or developing a separate supplementary conditions document to attach to it.

A701™–1997 Instructions to Bidders
This document is used when competitive bids are to be solicited for construction of the project. Coordinated with A201, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, and its related documents, A701–1997 provides instructions on procedures, including bonding requirements, for bidders to follow in preparing and submitting their bids. Specific instructions or special requirements, such as the amount and type of bonding, are to be attached to, or inserted into, A701–1997

B101™–2007 (formerly B151™–1997) Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect
B101™–2007 is a one-part standard form of agreement between owner and architect for building design and construction contract administration. B101–2007 was developed to replace AIA Documents B141™–1997, Parts 1 and 2, and B151™–1997, but it more closely follows the format of B151–1997. Services are divided traditionally into Basic and Additional Services. Basic Services are performed in five phases: Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Bidding and Negotiation, and Construction. This agreement may be used with a variety of compensation methods, including percentage of construction cost and stipulated sum. B101–2007 is intended to be used in conjunction with A201™–2007, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, which it incorporates by reference.

B102™–2007 (formerly B141™–1997 Part 1) Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect without a Predefined Scope of Architect's Services
B102–2007 replaces and serves the same purpose as B141–1997 Part 1. B102–2007 is a standard form of agreement between owner and architect that contains terms and conditions and compensation details. B102–2007 does not include a scope of Architect’s services, which must be inserted in Article 1 or attached as an exhibit. The separation of the scope of services from the owner-architect agreement allows users the freedom to append alternative scopes of services. AIA standard form scopes of services documents that may be paired with B102–2007 include B203™–2007, Site Evaluation and Planning; B204™–2007, Value Analysis; B205™–2007, Historic Preservation; B206™–2007, Security Evaluation and Planning; B209™–2007, Construction Contract Administration; B210™–2007, Facility Support Services; B211™–2007, Commissioning; B214™–2007, LEED® Certification; B252™–2007, Architectural Interior Design; and B253™–2007, Furniture, Furnishings and Equipment Design.

B103™–2007 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect for a Large or Complex Project
B103–2007 is a standard form of agreement between owner and architect intended for use on large or complex projects. B103–2007 was developed to replace AIA Documents B141™–1997, Parts 1 and 2, and B151™–2007 specifically with respect to large or complex projects. B103–2007 assumes that the owner will retain third parties to provide cost estimates and project schedules, and may implement fast-track, phased or accelerated scheduling. Services are divided along the traditional lines of Basic and Additional Services. Basic Services are based on five phases: Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Bidding and Negotiation, and Construction. The architect does not prepare cost estimates, but designs the project to meet the owner’s budget for the cost of the work at the conclusion of the Design Development Phase Services. This document may be used with a variety of compensation methods. B103–2007 is intended to be used in conjunction with A201™–2007, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, which it incorporates by reference.

B104™–2007 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect for a Project of Limited Scope
B104–2007 is a standard form of agreement between owner and architect intended for use on medium-sized projects. B104–2007 is an abbreviated version of B101™–2007. B104–2007 contains a compressed form of Basic Services with three phases: Design, Construction Documents, and Construction. This document may be used with a variety of compensation methods. B104–2007 is intended to be used in conjunction with A107™–2007, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor for a Project of Limited Scope, which it incorporates by reference.

B144™/ARCH-CM–1993 Standard Form of Amendment to the Agreement Between Owner and Architect Where the Architect Provides Construction Management Services as an Adviser to the Owner
B144/ARCH-CM–1993 is an amendment to B141™–1997 for use in circumstances where the architect, already under contract to perform architectural services for the owner, agrees to provide the owner with a package of construction management services to expand upon, blend with, and supplement the architect's design and construction contract administration services described in B141–1997.

B163™–1993 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect for Designated Services and Terms and Conditions
B163–1993 is discontinued and will be available only until May 31, 2009. This three-part document contains a thorough list of 83 possible services divided among nine phases, covering pre-design through supplemental services. This detailed classification allows the architect to estimate more accurately the time and personnel costs required for a particular project. Owner and architect benefit from the ability to establish clearly the scope of services required for the project as responsibilities and compensation issues are negotiated and defined. The architect's compensation may be calculated on a time/cost basis through use of the worksheet provided in the instructions to B163–1993.

B181™–1994 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect for Housing Services
This document, developed with the assistance of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and other federal housing agencies, is primarily intended for use in multiunit housing design. B181–1994 requires that the owner (and not the architect) furnish cost-estimating services. B181–1994 is coordinated with and adopts by reference A201™–1997, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction.

B188™–1996 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect for Limited Architectural Services for Housing Projects B188–1996 is intended for use in situations where the architect will provide limited architectural services for a development housing project. It anticipates that the owner will have extensive control over the management of the project, acting in the capacity of a developer or speculative builder of a housing project. As a result, the owner or consultants retained by the owner will likely provide the engineering services, specify the brand names of materials and equipment, and administer payments to contractors, among other project responsibilities. B188–1996 is not coordinated for use with any other AIA standard form documents.

B201™–2007 (formerly B141™–1997 Part 2) Standard Form of Architect’s Services: Design and Construction Contract Administration
B201–2007 replaces AIA Document B141–1997 Part Two. B201–2007 defines the architect’s traditional scope of services for design and construction contract administration in a standard form that the owner and architect can modify to suit the needs of the project. The services set forth in B201–2007 parallel those set forth in AIA Document B101™–2007: the traditional division of services into Basic and Additional Services, with five phases of Basic Services. B201–2007 may be used in two ways:(1) incorporated into the owner-architect agreement as the architect’s sole scope of services or in conjunction with other scope of services documents, or (2) attached to G802™–2007, Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement, to create a modification to an existing owner-architect agreement. B201–2007 is a scope of services document only and may not be used as a stand-alone owner-architect agreement.

B203™–2007 (formerly B203™–2005) Standard Form of Architect’s Services: Site Evaluation and Planning
B203–2007 is intended for use where the architect provides the owner with services to assist in site selection for a project. Under this scope, the architect’s services may include analysis of the owner’s program and alternative sites, site utilization studies, and other analysis, such as planning and zoning requirements, site context, historic resources, utilities, environmental impact, and parking and circulation. B203–2007 may be used in two ways:(1) incorporated into the owner-architect agreement as the architect’s sole scope of services or in conjunction with other scope of services documents, or (2) attached to G802™–2007, Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement, to create a modification to an existing owner-architect agreement. B203–2007 is a scope of services document only and may not be used as a stand-alone owner-architect agreement. B203–2007 was revised in 2007 to align, as applicable, with B101–2007.

B204™–2007 (formerly B204™–2004) Standard Form of Architect’s Services: Value Analysis
B204–2007 establishes duties and responsibilities when the owner has employed a Value Analysis Consultant. This document provides the architect’s services in three categories: Pre-Workshop Services, Workshop Services and Post-Workshop Services. The services include presenting the project’s goals and design rationale at the Value Analysis Workshop, reviewing and evaluating each Value Analysis Proposal, and preparing a Value Analysis Report for the owner that, among other things, advises the owner of the estimate of the cost of the work resulting from the implementation of the accepted Value Analysis Proposals. B204–2007 may be used in two ways: (1) incorporated into the owner-architect agreement as the architect’s sole scope of services or in conjunction with other scope of services documents, or (2) attached to G802™–2007, Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement, to create a modification to an existing owner-architect agreement. B204–2007 is a scope of services document only and may not be used as a stand-alone owner-architect agreement. B204–2007 was revised in 2007 to align, as applicable, with B101–2007.

B205™–2007 (formerly B205™–2004) Standard Form of Architect’s Services: Historic Preservation
B205–2007 establishes duties and responsibilities where the architect provides services for projects that are historically sensitive. The range of services the architect provides under this scope spans the life of the project and may require the architect to be responsible for preliminary surveys, applications for tax incentives, nominations for landmark status, analysis of historic finishes, and other services specific to historic preservation projects. B205–2007 may be used in two ways: (1) incorporated into the owner-architect agreement as the architect’s sole scope of services or in conjunction with other scope of services documents, or (2) attached to G802™–2007, Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement, to create a modification to an existing owner-architect agreement. B205–2007 is a scope of services document only and may not be used as a stand-alone owner-architect agreement. B205–2007 was revised in 2007 to align, as applicable, with B101–2007.

B206™–2007 (formerly B206™–2004) Standard Form of Architect’s Services: Security Evaluation and Planning
B206–2007 establishes duties and responsibilities where the architect provides services for projects that require greater security features and protection than would normally be incorporated into a building design. This scope requires the architect to identify and analyze the threats to a facility, survey the facility with respect to those threats, and prepare a Risk Assessment Report. Following the owner’s approval of the Report, the architect prepares design documents and a Security Report. B206–2007 may be used in two ways: (1) incorporated into the owner-architect agreement as the architect’s sole scope of services or in conjunction with other scope of services documents, or (2) attached to G802™–2007, Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement, to create a modification to an existing owner-architect agreement. B206–2007 is a scope of services document only and may not be used as a stand-alone owner-architect agreement. B206–2007 was revised in 2007 to align, as applicable, with B101–2007.

B209™–2007 (formerly B209™–2005) Standard Form of Architect’s Services: Construction Phase Administration
B209–2007 establishes duties and responsibilities when an architect provides only Construction Phase services and the owner has retained another architect for design services. This scope requires the architect to perform the traditional contract administration services while design services are provided by another architect. B209–2007 may be used in two ways: (1) incorporated into the owner-architect agreement as the architect’s sole scope of services or in conjunction with other scope of services documents, or (2) attached to G802™–2007, Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement, to create a modification to an existing owner-architect agreement. B209–2007 is a scope of services document only and may not be used as a stand-alone owner-architect agreement. B209–2007 was revised in 2007 to align, as applicable, with B101–2007.

B210™–2007 (formerly B210™–2004) Standard Form of Architect’s Services: Facility Support Services
B210–2007 focuses attention on providing the owner with means and measures to ensure the proper function and maintenance of the building and site after final completion. This scope provides a menu of choices of services, including initial existing condition surveys of the building and its systems, evaluation of operating costs, and code compliance reviews. B210–2007 may be used in two ways: (1) incorporated into the owner-architect agreement as the architect’s sole scope of services or in conjunction with other scopes of services documents, or (2) attached to G802™–2007, Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement, to create a modification to an existing owner-architect agreement. B210–2007 is a scope of services document only and may not be used as a stand-alone owner-architect agreement. B210–2007 was revised in 2007 to align, as applicable, with B101–2007.

B211™–2007 (formerly B211™–2004) Standard Form of Architect’s Services: Commissioning
B211–2007 requires that the architect, based on the owner’s identification of systems to be commissioned, develop a Commissioning Plan, a Design Intent Document, and Commissioning Specifications. It also requires that the architect review the contractor’s submittals and other documentation related to the systems to be commissioned, observe and document performance tests, train operators, and prepare a Final Commissioning Report. B211–2007 may be used in two ways: (1) incorporated into the owner-architect agreement as the architect’s sole scope of services or in conjunction with other scope of services documents, or (2) attached to G802™–2007, Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement, to create a modification to an existing owner-architect agreement. B211–2007 is a scope of services document only and may not be used as a stand-alone owner-architect agreement. B211–2007 was revised in 2007 to align, as applicable, with B101–2007.

B214™–2007 (formerly B214™–2004) Standard Form of Architect’s Services: LEED® Certification
B214–2007 establishes duties and responsibilities when the owner seeks certification from the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®). Among other things, the architect’s services include conducting a pre-design workshop where the LEED rating system will be reviewed and LEED points will be targeted, preparing a LEED Certification Plan, monitoring the LEED Certification process, providing LEED specifications for inclusion in the Contract Documents and preparing a LEED Certification Report detailing the LEED rating the project achieved. B214–2007 may be used in two ways: (1) incorporated into the owner-architect agreement as the architect’s sole scope of services or in conjunction with other scope of services documents, or (2) attached to G802™–2007, Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement, to create a modification to an existing owner-architect agreement. B214–2007 is a scope of services document only and may not be used as a stand-alone owner-architect agreement. B214–2007 was revised in 2007 to align, as applicable, with B101–2007.

B252™–2007 (formerly B252™–2005) Standard Form of Architect’s Services: Architectural Interior Design
B252–2007 establishes duties and responsibilities where the architect provides both architectural interior design services and design services for Furniture, Furnishings and Equipment (FF&E). The scope of services in B252–2007 is substantially similar to the services described in B152™–2007. Unlike B152–2007, B252–2007 is a scope of services document only and may not be used as a stand-alone owner-architect agreement. B252–2007 may be used in two ways: (1) incorporated into the owner-architect agreement as the architect’s sole scope of services or in conjunction with other scope of services documents, or (2) attached to G802™–2007, Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement, to create a modification to an existing owner-architect agreement. B252–2007 was revised in 2007 to align, as applicable, with B101–2007.

B253™–2007 (formerly B253™–2005) Standard Form of Architect’s Services: Furniture, Furnishings and Equipment Design
B253–2007 establishes duties and responsibilities where the architect provides design services for Furniture, Furnishings and Equipment (FF&E). The scope of services in B253–2007 is substantially similar to the services described in B153™–2007. Unlike B153–2007, B253–2007 is a scope of services document only and may not be used as a stand-alone owner-architect agreement. B253–2007 may be used in two ways: (1) incorporated into the owner-architect agreement as the architect’s sole scope of services or in conjunction with other scope of services documents, or (2) attached to G802™–2007, Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement, to create a modification to an existing owner-architect agreement. B253–2007 was revised in 2007 to align, as applicable, with B101–2007.

B352™–2000 Duties, Responsibilities and Limitations of Authority of the Architect's Project Representative
When and if the owner wants additional project representation at the construction site on a full- or part-time basis, B352–2000 establishes the project representative's duties, responsibilities, and limitations of authority. The project representative is employed and supervised by the architect.

B503™–2007 (formerly B511™–2001) Guide for Amendments to AIA Owner-Architect Agreements
B503™–2007 is not an agreement, but is a guide containing model provisions for amending owner-architect agreements. Some provisions, such as a limitation of liability clause, further define or limit the scope of services and responsibilities. Other provisions introduce a different approach to a project, such as fast-track construction. In all cases, these provisions are provided because they deal with circumstances that are not typically included in other AIA standard form owner-architect agreements.

B727™–1988 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect for Special Services
B727–1988 provides only the terms and conditions of the agreement between the owner and architect--the description of services is left entirely to the parties, and must be inserted in the agreement or attached in an exhibit. Otherwise, the terms and conditions are similar to those found in B151™–1997. B727–1988 is often used for planning, feasibility studies, and other services that do not follow the phasing sequence of services set forth in B151–1997 and other AIA documents. If construction administration services are to be provided using B727–1988, which is not recommended, care must be taken to coordinate it with the appropriate general conditions of the contract for construction.

C101™–1993 (formerly C801™–1993) Joint Venture Agreement for Professional Services
This document is intended to be used by two or more parties to provide for their mutual rights and obligations in forming a joint venture. It is intended that the joint venture, once established, will enter into an agreement with the owner to provide professional services. The parties may be all architects, all engineers, a combination of architects and engineers, or another combination of professionals. The document provides a choice between two methods of joint venture operation. The "Division of Compensation" method assumes that services provided and the compensation received will be divided among the parties in the proportions agreed to at the outset of the project. Each party's profitability is then dependent on individual performance of pre-assigned tasks and is not directly tied to that of the other parties. The "Division of Profit and Loss" method is based on each party performing work and billing the joint venture at cost plus a nominal amount for overhead. The ultimate profit or loss of the joint venture is divided between or among the parties at completion of the project, based on their respective interests. C101–1993 was renumbered only in 2007; its content remains the same as in C801–1993.

C105™–2005 Standard Form of Agreement Between Architect and Consulting Architect
C105–2005 is discontinued and available only through May 31, 2009; C401–2007 may be used for the same purpose. C105–2005 is a standard form of agreement between the architect and another architect that provides services as a consultant. C105–2005 assumes and references a preexisting owner-architect agreement known as the Prime Agreement. C105–2005 does not describe a fixed scope of services for the consulting architect but instead provides a location in the agreement for inserting a description of those services. This document may be used with a variety of compensation methods, including multiple of direct personnel expense and stipulated sum.

C142™–1997 Abbreviated Standard Form of Agreement Between Architect and Consultant
C142—1997 is discontinued in 2007 and available only through May 31, 2009. It is an abbreviated standard form of agreement between architect and consultant. This document may be used with a variety of compensation methods, including multiple of direct personnel expense and stipulated sum. C142–1997 is intended to be used with B141™–1997, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect, or B151™–1997, Abbreviated Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect, may be used. Both B141–1997 and B151–1997 are discontinued in 2007 and available only through May 31, 2009.

C401™–2007 (formerly C141™–1997) Standard Form of Agreement Between Architect and Consultant
C401–2007 is a standard form of agreement between the architect and the consultant providing services to the architect. C401–2007 is suitable for use with all types of consultants, including consulting architects. This document may be used with a variety of compensation methods. C401–2007assumes and incorporates by reference a preexisting owner-architect agreement known as the Prime Agreement. B101™–2007, B103™–2007, B104™–2007, B105™–2007 and B152™–2007 are the documents most frequently used to establish the Prime Agreement. C401–2007 was modified in 2007 to be shorter and more flexible by “flowing down” the provisions of the Prime Agreement, except as specifically stated in C401–2007.

C727™–1992 Standard Form of Agreement Between Architect and Consultant for Special Services
C727–1992 provides only the terms and conditions of the agreement between the architect and the consultant – the description of services is left entirely to the parties, and must be inserted in the agreement or attached in an exhibit. It is often used for planning, feasibility studies, post-occupancy studies, and other services that require specialized descriptions.

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