Common use of Basis of Design Clause in Contracts

Basis of Design. The specifications shall consist of a general description of the Project and shall include a Basis of Design to satisfy the needs of the program. This shall include all the design parameters that affect the design of the building systems. For example: the hours of occupancy; the design and temperature for heating and cooling; the floor loading; the number of occupants; and the foot-candle design in various spaces.

Basis of Design. The specifications shall consist of a general description of the Project and shall include a Basis basis of Design design to satisfy the needs of the program. This shall include all the design parameters that affect the design of the building systems. For example: the hours of occupancy; the design and temperature for heating and cooling; the floor loading; the number of occupants; and the foot-candle design in various spaces.