Change Order by Contractor - Alternative Form
Overview of this form
The Change Order by Contractor - Alternative Form is a legal document that allows contractors or subcontractors to propose changes to the work or terms of a contract. This form is crucial for formally documenting modifications to project responsibilities or costs, ensuring that both parties are in agreement. It differs from other change order forms by providing a template specifically tailored for contractors and subcontractors to communicate changes efficiently and with legal clarity.
What’s included in this form
- Parties involved: Identifies the contractor or subcontractor and the owner of the project.
- Change request description: Specifies the changes or additional work required.
- Amount of change: Details the financial impact of the proposed changes, including a breakdown of costs.
- Time adjustments: Indicates any adjustments to the project timeline due to the proposed changes.
- Approval process: Requires signatures from both the contractor and the owner to validate the changes.
When this form is needed
This form should be used when a contractor or subcontractor needs to request changes to an existing contract, such as additional work, modifications to materials, or adjustments to project timelines. It is especially useful in construction projects where on-site conditions might require alterations from the original contract terms.
Who can use this document
- Contractors who are managing a construction project.
- Subcontractors who need to propose additional work or change requests.
- Project owners who need to document modifications formally.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify the parties involved: Enter the names and contact information of the contractor and owner.
- Provide a detailed description of the change request, outlining the work to be performed.
- Specify the financial impact: Indicate the amount of change in cost, using fixed sums or hourly rates as applicable.
- Adjust the completion date if necessary: Estimate the additional days required to complete the change.
- Collect signatures: Ensure both the contractor and owner sign and date the document for acceptance and approval.
Does this form need to be notarized?
In most cases, this form does not require notarization. However, some jurisdictions or signing circumstances might. US Legal Forms offers online notarization powered by Notarize, accessible 24/7 for a quick, remote process.
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Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to include a clear and detailed description of the changes requested.
- Not specifying the financial terms accurately, leading to disputes later.
- Leaving out signatures from one or both parties, rendering the form unenforceable.
Benefits of completing this form online
- Convenience: Access the form anytime and from anywhere to modify contracts swiftly.
- Editability: Tailor the form easily to suit specific projects and circumstances.
- Reliability: Ensure that the document meets legal standards set by licensed attorneys.
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7.2. 1 " A change order is written instrument prepared by the architect and signed by the owner, contractor, and architect..."
A change order is simply an addendum or amendment to the original construction contract and scope of work and can be initiated by the owner or the contractor.
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.
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In such a case, the owner has no right to insist that the contractor do anything that was not part of the original scope of work.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.
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.
The contractor prepares a change order proposal quoting a price for the extra work. Once the owner and contractor have agreed on scope, price, and schedule, a formal, written change order is prepared and signed by all parties. Then, the contractor proceeds to perform the changed work.
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.
In such a case, the owner has no right to insist that the contractor do anything that was not part of the original scope of work.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.
