NCIDQ Online Practice Questions and Answers

Why are addenda issued?

A. To provide additional information not included in the bid package

B. To inform potential bidders about acceptable alternates

C. To obtain additional information

D. To request a change during construction

After construction on a project has begun, the client asks you to change the wallcovering originally specified to one that does not meet current code requirements.

Which of the following is your BEST course of action?

A. Research available products that are similar to the requested product and meet the code requirements. Present the options to the client for approval.

B. Write a letter to the client stating that the change is against your professional recommendation and that you will make the change but assume no liability.

C. Write a letter to the client explaining that you will not make the requested change.

D. Tell the client that you will remove the wallcovering from the project and that the client may select and install a different product after your work is completed.

How do you ensure that all signage on a construction project will be installed in the correct locations?

A. Plan to be on site during installation of the signage, and specify where each sign will be placed.

B. Require the signage vendor to provide detailed specifications.

C. Provide a detailed takeoff along with a floor plan for installation.

D. Schedule a meeting for the client or building owner to specify where signage will be placed.

You have been hired to provide furnishings for a new elementary school project.

What is the BEST way to ensure that specified goods are delivered and installed in an organized and efficient manner?

A. Produce a furniture layout plan for the installation company, personally observe the installation, and prepare a punch list (deficiency list).

B. Request that the school district be responsible for the installation of the furniture.

C. Produce a furniture layout plan and instruct the building contractor to coordinate the installation.

D. Contract with an installation consultant to supervise the installation; personally conduct the punch list (deficiency list) review.

What correctly defines the phrase "or equal" as it relates to specifications?

A. Alternative products listed in the specification may be substituted.

B. The proposed substitution of a product is allowed if the bidder believes it is an equivalent.

C. Alternatives can be considered if they can be proven to be equivalent in quality.

D. The proposed substitution can be made only if submitted prior to close of bids [tenders].

When creating a drawings that will be used for reproduction in a magazine, it is best to use __________.

A. An architect's scale

B. An engineer's scale

C. A graphic scale

D. A metric scale

Bid openings are typically attended by the contractors and the __________.

A. Owner

B. Interior designer

C. Owner and interior designer

D. Subcontractors, owner and interior designer

The requirements for how bidders should propose a substitution is found in the __________.

A. Advertisement to bid

B. Bidding procedures

C. Instructions to bidders

D. General conditions

The final responsibility of awarding a contract rests with the __________.

A. Interior designer

B. Construction manager

C. Owner

D. Owner's legal counsel

Wood chips and sawdust made into panel products are examples of __________.

A. Post-consumer materials

B. Post-industrial materials

C. Recycled products

D. Renewable products