SPP Document 205: Post-Construction Services

🔍 Core Concepts

 Building Administration & Maintenance

 Key Responsibilities:

o Building maintenance (systems, structure)

o Grounds and landscaping upkeep

o Equipment operation and monitoring

o Business management (leasing, occupancy, utilities)

o Security and housekeeping supervision

 Post-Construction Evaluation

o Review of actual performance vs design intent

o Forensic investigations (e.g., cracks, leaks)

📌 Important Points to Remember

 Post-construction services can be engaged separately or as part of Comprehensive Services

 Compensation can be via percentage of rentals, fixed fees, or monthly salary.

SPP Document 206: Comprehensive Architectural Services (CAS)

🔍 Core Concepts

 Architect provides all architectural services from pre-design to post-construction.

 Architect may serve as Project Manager or lead a multi-disciplinary team.

🧱 Scope of Services

1. Pre-Design Services (e.g., feasibility, site analysis)

2. Regular Design Services (SPP 202)

3. Specialized Allied Services (engineering, ID, landscape)

4. Bidding/Procurement Assistance

5. Construction Phase (monitoring, documentation)

6. Post-Construction (SPP 205 scope)

📌 Key Takeaways
  Promotes a "one-stop shop" project delivery

 Ensures design and construction integration

 Compensation: % of TPCC (Total Project Construction Cost) or fixed fee

SPP Document 207: Design-Build Services (DBS)

🔍 Core Concepts

 Architect acts as both designer and builder (or part of a D-B entity)

 Offers turnkey services for the client, enhancing coordination

🧱 Modes of Engagement

1. By Administration: Architect manages construction directly

2. With Guaranteed Maximum Cost: Architect guarantees a ceiling cost; savings shared, excess
liability capped

📌 Essential Points

 Architect assumes full responsibility for design and construction

 Must be licensed and may need PCAB license

 Payment is progress-based or via revolving fund

 Allows cost control and faster project delivery

SPP Document 208: Architectural Design Competition (ADC)

🔍 Core Concepts

 ADCs are held to promote design excellence through competitive selection

 Governed by ethical and procedural standards

🧩 Types of ADCs

1. Project ADC – For actual implementation

2. Ideas Competition – Conceptual problem-solving

⚖️Competition Guidelines

 Must be approved by IAPOA

 Requires a Jury, Professional Advisor, and clear conditions

 Anonymity, fairness, and copyright protection are critical

📌 Key Rules

 Jurors must be majority architects

 Disqualified entries cannot be used

 Prizes must reflect complexity and effort

 Architect retains copyright unless stated otherwise

🧩 Purpose

Covers all preliminary planning and research activities done before the actual design phase begins.

🧱 Scope of Services

1. Project Definition

2. Site Selection & Analysis

3. Feasibility Studies

4. Market Analysis

5. Space Planning & Programming

6. Design Brief Preparation

7. Environmental Studies

8. Conceptual Budgeting

9. Zoning and Regulatory Research

💵 Compensation

 Time-based, lump sum, or per diem depending on the complexity and scope

 Typically includes travel and research-related reimbursements

🔹 SPP Document 202: Regular Design Services

🧩 Purpose

Details the basic services an architect provides for the complete design and documentation of a
building project.

🧱 Five Phases of Regular Design Services

1. Schematic Design Phase (SDP)

2. Design Development Phase (DDP)

3. Contract Documents Phase (CDP)

4. Bidding/Negotiation Phase (BNP)

5. Construction Phase – Professional Supervision (CPPS)

🧑‍🔧 Architect’s Role

 Lead professional in design and documentation

 Coordinates with allied professionals (engineers, consultants, etc.)

💵 Compensation
  Typically, percentage-based on Project Construction Cost (PCC)

 Other options: lump sum, unit cost, time basis

🔹 SPP Document 203: Specialized Architectural Services

🧩 Purpose

Services that go beyond regular architectural scope, often involving expertise or unique client
requirements.

🧱 Examples of Specialized Services

1. Architectural Interiors (AI)

2. Acoustic & Lighting Design

3. Building Systems Integration

4. Security Evaluation

5. Building Forensics / Investigations

6. Historic Preservation / Adaptive Reuse

7. Facilities Maintenance Planning

8. Model-making, Signage Design

💵 Compensation

 Varies based on expertise: often lump sum, per unit, or time-based

 Reimbursables and consultant fees may apply

🔹 SPP Document 204-A: Full-Time Supervision Services

🧩 Purpose

Involves assigning a full-time architect or representative to be present on-site during construction.

🧱 Scope of Work

 Monitor day-to-day construction

 Quality control and schedule checking

 Documentation and coordination with contractor

 Reports progress to the Owner

👷‍♂️When Required

 For large, complex, or critical projects

 When Owner requires strict site monitoring

 Monthly salary or fixed fee, depending on project duration

 Owner provides office space, equipment, and utilities on site

🔹 SPP Document 204-B: Construction Management Services

🧩 Purpose

Architect acts as Construction Manager (CM), overseeing planning, execution, and control of the
construction process.

🧱 Scope of Work

 Organize construction team

 Manage cost, time, and quality

 Supervise procurement, scheduling, contracts

 Serve as liaison between Owner and contractors

🏗️Key Role

 May act as Owner’s representative

 Manages multiple contractors or phases

 Ensures contractual obligations are fulfilled

💵 Compensation

 Percentage of total construction cost or fixed monthly fee

 Often includes bonus for early completion or cost savings

📚 Study Tips

 Understand which services fall under each SPP document.

 Know the phases of design under SPP 202 (SDP to CPPS).

 Memorize when full-time supervision (204-A) is necessary vs when CM services (204-B) are
needed.

 Associate each SPP doc with its real-world application (e.g., a hospital may need SPP 203
and 204-B).