Similar to AIA Document A133™–2019, AIA Document A134™–2019 is intended for use where a construction manager, in addition to serving as Advisor to the owner during the preconstruction phase, also provides construction of the project. However, in AIA Document A134–2019 the construction manager does not provide a guaranteed maximum price (GMP). A134–2019 employs the cost-plus-a-fee method, wherein the owner can monitor cost through periodic review of a control estimate that is revised as the project proceeds.
The document divides the construction manager’s services into two phases: the preconstruction phase and the construction phase, portions of which may proceed concurrently in order to fast track the process. A134-2019 is drafted to be used in conjunction with a new Insurance and Bonds Exhibit (Exhibit A) which is a critical part of the agreement and should be discussed with legal and insurance counsel.
A134–2019 is coordinated for use with AIA Documents A201®–2017, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, and B133™–2019, Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and Architect, Construction Manager as Constructor Edition.
When to use this document?
- Large project
- Where construction manager is the constructor
- Cost plus without guaranteed maximum price (GMP)
- Adopts A201, General Conditions
