NEW CCDC 01 - 2020 (Master Specification for Division 01 – 2020 "General Requirements")

CCDC Division 01 provides a series of editable specification templates covering the project specific requirements. This document was developed based on the CCDC 2 ‘Stipulated Price Contract', but with proper editing it can easily be used with other contracts .

Spec notes are provided to explain the intended use of each section, assist the editing process, and indicate when coordination is required. Microsoft Word format is available to provide maximum editing flexibility.

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NEW! CCDC 2 (2020) Stipulated Price Contract between Owner and Contractor

CCDC 2 – Stipulated Price Contract is the industry standard prime contract between Owner and prime Contractor. This contract establishes a single, pre-determined fixed price, or lump sum, for the project.

The contract outlines the high-level administrative requirements and procedures needed for construction projects, including the role and authority of the consultant, procedures for changes in the work, work by other contractors, insurance requirements, prerequisites for Ready-for-Takeover, dispute resolution procedures, early occupancy by the Owner, and more.

Operating on the basis of a stipulated price, the CCDC 2 assumes monthly progress payments and makes reference to provincial payment legislations where applicable.

Users of the CCDC 2 should also acquaint themselves with the CCDC Master Specification for Division 01 ‘General Requirements' as a companion document.

Click here to download CCDC 41 Insurance Requirements

Related documents include CCDC 20 (2008) – A Guide to the Use of CCDC 2; and CCDC 24 (2016) – A Guide to Model Forms and Support Documents.

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CCDC 2MA (2023) Master Agreement between Owner and Contractor

CCDC 2MA (2023) is developed to meet the needs of Owners with an on-going construction or maintenance program: to enter into specific work arrangements quickly and easily, without having to review and re-negotiate general terms and conditions for each work order.

The Master Agreement is a contract form between Owner and Contractor that is applicable for a defined period of time and is intended to establish contractual terms and conditions (excluding scope, time, and cost) for multiple projects during that time period. Each project will be ordered by means of Work Authorizations, that define the project-specific requirements like scope, price, time.

Master Agreement contract and Work Authorization form are included. 

Copyright seal for CCDC 2MA (2023) Master Agreement.

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Copyright seal for CCDC 2MA (2023) Master Agreement - Work Authorization Form.

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Copyright seal for CCDC 3 (2008) Cost Plus Contract.

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CCDC 4 (2011) Unit Price Contract between Owner and Contractor

CCDC 4 (2011) is a standard prime contract between Owner and prime Contractor to perform the required work for a pre-determined, fixed amount for each specified unit of work performed. The total price is determined by multiplying the unit price by the actual, measured quantity of work performed for each specified unit.

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CCDC 5A (2010) Construction Management Contract for Services

CCDC 5A (2010) is a standard contract between Owner and Construction Manager for which the Work is to be performed by Trade Contractors. The Construction Manager acts as a limited agent of the Owner providing advisory services and administering and overseeing the contracts between the Owner and Trade Contractors.

Related documents include CCDC 45 (2011) A Guide to the Use of CCDC 5A.

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CCDC 5B (2010) Construction Management Contract for Services and Construction

CCDC 5B (2010) is a standard contract between Owner and Construction Manager to provide advisory services during the pre-construction phase and perform the required Work during the construction phase.

At the outset, the Work is performed on an actual-cost basis, plus a percentage or fixed fee which is applied to actual costs. The parties may agree to exercise the following options: Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP), GMP Plus Percentage Cost Savings, and conversion into a Stipulated Price Contract.

Related documents include CCDC 46 (2011) A Guide to the Use of CCDC 5B.

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Copyright seal for Statutory Declarations of Progress Payment CCDC 9A (2018) by Contractor and CCDC 9B (2018) by Subcontractor.

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*A minimum order of five (5) seals is required for mailing. All orders less than five must be picked up at the GVCA office. 

CCDC 10 (2018) A Guide to Construction Project Delivery Methods

The choice of a delivery method is a crucial and strategic decision that should consider the needs of the owner, their organizational resources, and the needs of the project.

CCDC 10 (2018) identifies the issues that should be considered when selecting a project delivery method. It examines the characteristics and critical conditions for the following common project delivery methods:

• Design – bid – build;
• Design – build;
• Construction management for services;
• Construction management for services and construction; and
• Integrated project delivery.

CCDC 10 also includes a chart showing how different project delivery methods can affect the following common project issues if all critical conditions are met:

• Scope definition;
• Performance requirements;
• Schedule requirements;
• Costs;
• Allocation of human resources and construction expertise; and 
• Collaboration and communications.

CCDC 11 (2019) Contractor's Qualification Statement

CCDC 11 (2019) offers a standard format for contractors to provide information about their company, capacity, skill, and experience. It includes:

Company information. Legal structure, financial reference, contract security reference, insurance reference, health and safety, valuation of construction work projected for current year, and the actual value for the past four years.

Qualification and experience of personnel. Key office and site personnel proposed for the qualification statement.

Project experience. A list of five relevant projects for each of the following:

• Key construction projects completed in the past five years;
• Comparable construction projects completed; and
• Key construction projects underway.

Related documents include CCDC 29 (2016) A Guide to Pre-Qualification.

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CCDC 12 (1994) is a model form to assist the Owner in showing that financial arrangements have been made to fulfill the Owner's obligations under the contract (e.g. CCDC 2).

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CCDC 14 (2013) Design-Build Stipulated Price Contract between Owner and Design-Builder

CCDC 14 (2013) is a standard prime contract between the Owner and the Design-Builder where the Design-Builder provides the Design Services and performs the Work under one agreement, for a single, pre-determined stipulated or fixed price.

In addition to the common contract terms and conditions for construction projects, CCDC 14 clearly defines the roles and responsibilities of the contracting parties:

Owner

• Provides project information;
• Makes decisions;
• Interprets the Owner's Statement of Requirements;
• Reviews and approves Construction Documents; and
• Requires inspection or testing of the Work.

Design-Builder

• Controls the Design Services and the Work;
• Reviews Owner's Statement of Requirements or other project information;
• Develops Construction Documents; and
• Engages Consultants, Other Consultants, and Subcontractors.

CCDC 14 also identifies and describes the roles of other parties such as the Consultant and Payment Certifier as well as Owner's Advisor, if any.

Related documents include CCDC 44 (2016) A Guide to the Use of CCDC 14 and CCDC 15.

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CCDC 15 (2013) Design Services Contract between Design-Builder and Consultant

CCDC 15 (2013) is a standard contract between the Design-Builder and Consultant to perform the Design Services required under a design-build contract between the Owner and Design-Builder.

Based on an approach similar to standard client-consultant contracts (i.e. RAIC Document Six and ACEC 31), CCDC 15 lists all the basic design services that are considered necessary in a design-build contract. These design services are listed in a Schedule, which allows flexibility for the Design-Builder and Consultant to establish the scope of services and compensation method.

CCDC 15 also includes a schedule that lists typical additional design services that the Consultant may be required to provide.

The important terms and conditions addressed in this contract include:

• Copyright and use of documents;
• Design-Builder's roles and responsibilities in supplying information to the Consultant and reviewing design;
• Consultant's roles and responsibilities in providing Design Services, engaging Subconsultants, and coordinating Other Consultants;
• Design to meet the Construction Budget; and
• Limitation of liability for Design Services.

Related documents include CCDC 44 (2016) A Guide to the Use of CCDC 14 and CCDC 15.

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CCDC 17 (2010) Stipulated Price Contract between Owner and Trade Contractor on Construction Management Projects

CCDC 17 (2010) is a standard contract form between Owner and Trade Contractor to perform the Work for a single, pre-determined fixed price, regardless of the Trade Contractor's actual costs. It is specifically for use where the project is performed under the CCDC 5A Construction Management method of contracting.

Related documents include CCDC 47 (2011) A Guide to the Use of CCDC 17.

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CCDC 18 (2001) Civil Works Contract between Owner and Contractor

CCDC 18 (2001) is a standard prime contract between Owner and Contractor for civil works construction, e.g. roads, bridges, dams, underground utilities, etc.

Related documents include CCDC 48 (2002) A Guide to the Use of CCDC 18.

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CCDC 20 (2008) A Guide to the Use of CCDC 2 (2008) Stipulated Price Contract

CCDC 20 (2008) is a guide document designed to assist users of CCDC 2 (2008).

CCDC 21 (2016) A Guide to Construction Insurance

CCDC 21 (2016) covers all important issues relating to construction insurance:

• General Liability Insurance. Coverage offered by standard policy IBC 2100 and CCDC Endorsement IBC 2320; who is insured and the coverage for Additional Insured; exclusions; Umbrella Liability insurance; six-year coverage for completed operations; etc.

• Builder's Risk Broad Form Property Insurance. Insured and excluded property; major excluded perils; suggested additional coverages (e.g. soft costs, delayed start-up, expediting expense, early occupancy, testing and commissioning, valuable papers, electronic data, and cyber threats); renovation projects; negotiating coverage; etc.

• Other Insurance. Important considerations for Boiler and Machinery (Equipment Breakdown) Insurance; Automobile Liability Policy Insurance; Aircraft and Watercraft Liability Insurance; Contractors' Equipment Insurance; Professional Liability Insurance; Wrap up Liability (with Wrap Up Difference in Condition Endorsement and coverage for completed operations); and Installation Insurance.

• Practical Tips on Critical Insurance Issues. Selection of insurance representatives; claims process (reporting, handling, proof of loss); subrogation; etc.

CCDC 22 (2002) A Guide to Construction Surety Bonds

The purpose of this guide is to help the construction and business communities in Canada better understand surety bonds and the suretyship process. This guide was prepared by the Surety Sub-Committee of the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) and is endorsed by the constituent organizations of the CCDC and the Surety Association of Canada.

CCDC 23 (2018) A Guide to Calling Bids and Awarding Contracts

CCDC 23 addresses all aspects of the bid calling and contract award process:

• Summary of fundamental principles under the law of competitive bidding such as the legal obligation of owners and bidders under Contract A and Contract B;
• Overview of the bid documents. Division 00 to Division 49;
• Calling for bids. Bid solicitation, bidding period and scheduling, pre-bid meetings and site-visits, bidder inquiries, and issuances of addenda;
• Receiving bids. Bid closing dates and times, bid modifications, bid opening, two-stage bid closing, electronic receipt of bids; and
• Awarding the contract. Evaluation for compliance, selection of successful bidder, contract award, post-bid negotiations and re-bidding, owner's responsibilities, notification of contract award.

Users of the CCDC 23 are encouraged to familiarize themselves with CCDC Master Specification for Division 00 as a companion document. Division 00 provides standard text that reflects the best practices in CCDC 23.

CCDC 24 (2022) A Guide to Model Forms and Support Documents

CCDC 24 – 2022 is a guide document to assist users of CCDC 2 – 2020 in meeting the administrative requirements outlined in that standard contract form.

For each model form the guide contains a brief explanation of each of the administrative processes involved, a short narrative description to guide users of the form, a list of items which should be included in the form, and an example of a model form.

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CCDC 29 (2016) A Guide to Pre-Qualification

CCDC 29 (2016) is developed for Procurement Authority (e.g. Owners, Consultants, Construction Managers, Design-Builders) to explain and recommend best practices through the entire pre-qualification process.

There will be discussions on how to determine whether pre-qualification is necessary and appropriate during the procurement planning; comparison of various types of pre-qualifications (unlimited, short-listing, source-list); and best practices for Request for Qualifications (checklist, submissions, evaluation and interviews, notification and debriefing).

There will also be an explanation of the revised CCDC 11 ‘Contractor's Qualification Statement' and its correct use.

CCDC 30 (2018) Integrated Project Delivery Contract

CCDC 30 (2018) addresses issues specific to integrated project delivery (IPD) projects including scope allocation, payments, changes, conflict management, termination, insurance and contract security, and liability allocation.

The pricing structure is cost plus with a target price. The profits of the design/construction team are identified and allocated to a risk pool that remains at risk subject to the achievement of mutually agreed project objectives.

CCDC 30 also outlines the project management structure of an IPD project including the senior management team, project management team, and project implementation teams.

The roles and responsibilities of the parties are clearly defined in all phases of the IPD process:

• Validation phase;
• Design/procurement phase;
• Construction phase; and
• Warranty phase.

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NEW CCDC 31 (2020) - Service Contract Between Owner and Consultant

CCDC 31 – Service Contract Between Owner and Consultant is a standard service contract for use between Owner and consulting engineer. Originally adapted from the ACEC 31 at the request of ACEC, the document was updated in line with the existing CCDC principles and terminology, consistent with the CCDC 2.

This contract allows for a variety of types of remuneration, including the use of fixed fees, fees based on the value of the Work, fees based on time-based rates, or any combination therein.

The CCDC 31 clearly outlines the scope of the Consultant's Professional Services with Schedule A, which allows users to select the specific duties of the Consultant for the project.

Also contained within the CCDC 31 are provisions addressing the roles and responsibilities of both parties, insurance requirements, dispute resolution, and more.

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CCDC 40 (2018) Rules for Mediation and Arbitration of Construction Disputes

CCDC 40 (2018) sets out specific methods for settling disputes incorporating the concepts of negotiation, mediation, and arbitration to encourage speedy, inexpensive, and voluntary resolutions of construction disputes.

CCDC 40 has been incorporated by reference in CCDC contract forms, including CCDC 2. It is also a standalone document and can be used with other construction contract forms.

Some of the features included in CCDC 40 include:

• Graphic sequence of the process delineated in PART 8 – DISPUTE RESOLUTION of CCDC 2 (2005), including timeframes for expeditious resolution of construction disputes;
• Model mediator and arbitrator agreements;
• To the extent legally permissible, CCDC 40 will override mediation and arbitration rules in provincial/territorial legislation; and
• The joinder of additional parties with an interest in a dispute to be resolved by arbitration will be permissible only if all parties consent and the proposed additional party consents.