A-101 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor

AIA Document A101 - 2017 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Contractor is a contract form that establishes the terms and conditions between an owner and a contractor for a construction project. This agreement is typically used in a traditional design-bid-build project delivery method where the owner hires an architect to design the project and then contractors bid on the construction of the project.

The A101 agreement is broken down into the following sections:

1. Agreement: This section includes the date of the agreement, the names and addresses of the owner and contractor, a description of the project, and the contract sum.

2. General Provisions: This section contains general provisions related to the contract, such as the contractor's responsibilities, the owner's responsibilities, and the schedule for completing the project.

3. Scope of Work: This section outlines the work that the contractor is responsible for, including the drawings and specifications that define the scope of work.

4. Time for Completion and Liquidated Damages: This section establishes the time frame for completing the project and specifies any liquidated damages that will be assessed if the project is not completed on time.

5. Payment: This section outlines the payment terms, including the schedule of payments and any retainage that will be held by the owner.

6. Changes in the Work: This section addresses changes in the scope of work and outlines the procedures that must be followed for changes to be made.

7. Dispute Resolution: This section outlines the procedures for resolving disputes that may arise during the project.

8. Termination or Suspension: This section outlines the circumstances under which the owner or contractor can terminate or suspend the contract.

9. Miscellaneous Provisions: This section includes miscellaneous provisions related to the contract, such as insurance requirements, notices, and governing law.

The A101 agreement is typically accompanied by AIA Document A201 - General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, which provides additional general terms and conditions for the project. Together, these two documents provide a comprehensive contract that establishes the relationship between the owner and contractor and sets forth the terms and conditions of the project.