Construction Contract Change Order
What is this form?
The Construction Contract Change Order is a formal document used to modify an existing construction contract. Its primary purpose is to detail changes to the project scope, budget, or timeline after the original agreement has been established. Change orders are common in construction, particularly for larger projects where adjustments may be necessary due to unforeseen circumstances or changes in client preferences. Unlike other contract amendments, this form specifically addresses alterations in construction plans and specifications.
What’s included in this form
- Change order number and date of issue
- Project identification numbers (Owner's and Engineer's)
- Details about the owner and contractor
- Contract date and a brief description of the project
- Description of proposed changes
- Adjustments to the contract price and timeline
- Signatures of the owner, architect/engineer, and contractor
When to use this document
This form should be used when there are necessary changes to a construction project's plans or specifications after the contract has been established. Common scenarios for its use include when original work estimates prove inaccurate, when new features are requested by a client, or when unexpected obstacles arise that require alterations to the project scope or timeline. It helps ensure that all parties agree on the changes and maintain a clear record of these modifications.
Who this form is for
- Property owners or clients engaged in construction projects
- Contractors tasked with executing construction work
- Architects or engineers overseeing project compliance
- Project managers coordinating construction activities
How to prepare this document
- Identify the change order number and the date it is issued.
- Fill in the project identification numbers assigned to the owner and engineer.
- Enter the names and details of the owner and contractor.
- Describe the nature of the changes being made to the contract.
- Document any adjustments to the contract price and timeline, specifying increases or decreases.
- Obtain signatures from the owner, architect/engineer, and contractor to finalize the agreement.
Notarization requirements for this form
This form does not typically require notarization to be legally valid. However, some jurisdictions or document types may still require it. US Legal Forms provides secure online notarization powered by Notarize, available 24/7 for added convenience.
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Avoid these common issues
- Failing to accurately describe the changes in detail.
- Not obtaining all required signatures before proceeding with the changes.
- Leaving out important project identification numbers, which may cause confusion.
- Making changes without properly documenting the adjustments to price and timeline.
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Review Your Contract Anticipating Change Orders. Specifications for managing change orders should be spelled out clearly in the contract. Review All Plans. Write It Down. Set Communication Procedures. There's a Solution for That.
A description of the requested change compared to the original contract or bid. Itemized documentation of any subcontractor costs. A summary by the contractor of the total costs of the proposed change.
Job name, address and phone number. Owner's name. A complete description of new work to be performed. Total price for materials and labor to complete the change. Revised date of completion due to the change order. Signatures of the company representative.
Job name, address and phone number. Owner's name. A complete description of new work to be performed. Total price for materials and labor to complete the change. Revised date of completion due to the change order. Signatures of the company representative.
A description of the requested change compared to the original contract or bid.Itemized documentation of any subcontractor costs.A summary by the contractor of the total costs of the proposed change.What Is a Change Order in Construction? - Digital Builder\nconstructionblog.autodesk.com > change-order
A change order is work that is added to or deleted from the original scope of work of a contract, however, depending on the magnitude of the change, it may or may not alter the original contract amount and/or completion date. A change order may force a new project to handle significant changes to the current project.
Change orders are often negotiated By submitting an aggressive price, when you need to discount your client, you're still profiting on the change order. Change Orders are often challenged They can be challenged because they believe the work is part of your contract.
A change order is work that is added to or deleted from the original scope of work of a contract, however, depending on the magnitude of the change, it may or may not alter the original contract amount and/or completion date. A change order may force a new project to handle significant changes to the current project.
First, let's start with the fact that there is no law that says that you have to have changes or change orders in a construction contract.Contractors are not banks, yet they are routinely used as such by owners who order changes, but refuse to execute change orders, which can then be billed.
