Change Order
Understanding this form
The Change Order is a legal document that modifies the original contract between parties involved in a construction project. Unlike a standard contract, this form specifically addresses changes to the scope of work, costs, or timeline. It ensures that all parties are in agreement regarding the adjustments made to the original terms.
Form components explained
- Address of the owner for communication.
- Project number for identification.
- Change order number for tracking specific modifications.
- Date of the original contract to reference the initial agreement.
- Details on changes to the work specified in the original contract.
- Modification of the original contract amount if applicable.
- Payment terms for compensation related to the change.
- Signatures of both the general contractor and the owner to validate the agreement.
Common use cases
This form should be used when there are alterations in the scope of work for a construction project after the original contract has been executed. Common situations for its use include when additional tasks are needed, changes in materials are requested, or if there is a need to revise the overall project costs.
Who should use this form
- General contractors managing construction projects.
- Property owners who wish to modify the original construction contract.
- Construction project managers overseeing changes in scope or costs.
- Subcontractors requesting additional work or changes in payment terms.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify and enter the address of the owner and project number.
- Provide the change order number and original contract date.
- Clearly specify the changes to be made to the original contract.
- Adjust the original contract amount as necessary, detailing payment terms.
- Obtain signatures from both the general contractor and the owner.
Is notarization required?
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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Mistakes to watch out for
- Failing to specify the details of the changes clearly.
- Not updating the original contract amount accurately.
- Omitting important signatures from the form.
- Using vague language that can lead to misunderstandings.
Benefits of using this form online
- Convenient access from anywhere, allowing quick updates to contracts.
- Easy editability to tailor the form to specific project needs.
- Reliable templates drafted by licensed attorneys to ensure legal compliance.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
