Common use of Architect’s Written Decision Clause in Contracts

Architect’s Written Decision. If a claim has not been resolved after consideration of the foregoing and of other evidence presented by the parties or requested by the ARCHITECT, the ARCHITECT will notify the parties in writing that the ARCHITECT's decision will be made within seven (7) days. Before the expiration of such time period, the ARCHITECT will render to the parties its written decision relative to the claim, including any change in the Contract Sum or Contract Time or both. The ARCHITECT may, but is not obligated to, notify the Surety and request the Surety's assistance in resolving the controversy. If either party disputes the ARCHITECT’s decision, it may proceed with the dispute resolution provisions which follow.