Which statement best describes Architect's Supplemental Instructions (ASI)?

Which statement best describes Architect's Supplemental Instructions (ASI)?

• A. Architect's Supplemental Instructions require time extensions.
• B. Architect's Supplemental Instructions modify contract amount.
• C. Architect's Supplemental Instructions clarify design intent without changing contract amount.
• D. Architect's Supplemental Instructions approve all shop drawings.

Answer: (C)

Architect's Supplemental Instructions are used to clarify design intent and coordinate the construction documents so on-site work better reflects the architect’s vision, while keeping the contract sum and schedule unchanged. They address ambiguities, conflicts, or missing details in drawings and specs to ensure the project proceeds consistently with the original design. If a proposed change would affect cost or time, that adjustment is handled through a formal Change Directive or Change Order rather than an ASI. ASIs do not authorize shop-d drawing approvals or changes in price; they refine the documents without altering the contract amount.

Architect's Supplemental Instructions are used to clarify design intent and coordinate the construction documents so on-site work better reflects the architect’s vision, while keeping the contract sum and schedule unchanged. They address ambiguities, conflicts, or missing details in drawings and specs to ensure the project proceeds consistently with the original design. If a proposed change would affect cost or time, that adjustment is handled through a formal Change Directive or Change Order rather than an ASI. ASIs do not authorize shop-d drawing approvals or changes in price; they refine the documents without altering the contract amount.