"The Implications of Substantial and Total Performance" video - Contract Consideration Series
This video defines Substantial Performance (GC 1.67) and Total Performance (GC 1.73) , and discusses who can initiate the processes, what should happen first and what happens after these important milestones.
"Payment Processing Issues" video - Contract Consideration Series
This video discusses the somewhat unique methodology the MMCD sets up for regular monthly progress payments to the Contractor..
"What Exactly does GC 13.10 Mean?" video - Contract Consideration Series
This video explains and interprets GC 13.10, which was written to clarify that time extensions which are due to a change in the scope of work are not delays and thus not subject to the provisions of GC 13.
"The Problem of Putting Specs on Drawings" video - Contract Consideration Series
This video discusses and provides examples of how putting specs on drawings can cause problems during a project, particularly when the drawings rank lower in the Document Hierarchy (GC 2.2.4.).
"The Implications of Optional Work" video - Contract Consideration Series
This video defines (GC 1.48) and provides examples of Optional Work, and explains the related General Conditions: GC 7.4.1, GC 9.4.2, and GC 9.5.3.
"Cost Types and Reimbursability" video - Contract Consideration Series
This video discusses contract costs from a Contractor’s perspective and the Owner’s liability for reimbursement from the Contract Administrator’s perspective, and aims to clarify the difference between Indirect and Impact costs.
"How Quantity Variation Adjustments Benefit Both Parties" video - Contract Consideration Series
This video provides examples of how GC 9.4 benefits both Owners and Contractors, and explains how removing this clause actually increases the risk of unknown costs.
"Payment Contrary to Specifications" video - Contract Consideration Series
This video addresses a long standing inconsistency in the MMCD specifications for payment of some items.
"Quality Assurance and Quality Control Testing" video - Contract Consideration Series
There is a certain amount of confusion shown in forum and class questions about the difference between Quality Assurance and Quality Control. This video brings some clarity to this topic as well as discussing testing and retesting options.
"Coping With COVID-19" video - Contract Consideration Series
This video reviews options for owners and contractors during the COVID-19 pandemic, based on what is allowed under the MMCD standard language..