Common use of PHASE I - SCHEMATIC DESIGN Clause in Contracts

PHASE I - SCHEMATIC DESIGN. 2.2.1 The Project Consultant shall confer with representatives of the Owner to verify and confirm the Program (as appropriate to the type of project), consisting of a detailed listing of all functions and spaces together with the square footage of each assignable space, gross square footage, and a description of the relationships between and among the principal programmatic elements. (If the project needs are so unique that a special analysis of the requirements is necessary to establish a more detailed program, such services may be authorized as Supplemental Services). 2.2.2 The Project Consultant shall, prior to commencing Phase I design activities, receive a fully approved and executed ATP and Purchase order (See 5.2.3), visit and inspect the site to verify if existing conditions conform to those portrayed on information as may have been provided by the Owner: .1 Take photographs and make written documentation, sketches, notes or reports to confirm and record the general condition and age of the existing equipment and site with particular attention to the following building/site elements as appropriate to the Project: .1 All above ceiling areas. .2 Power supplies, switch gear, breaker panels, electrical room, electrical vault, transformers and mechanical room. .3 Major components of existing HVAC systems including chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, and primary ductwork runs. .4 Roofing, waterproofing and building envelope systems. .5 Site drainage systems and water retention characteristics. .6 Determine age and condition of fixed equipment.