AIA publishes close to 200 agreements and administrative forms that are considered to be THE INDUSTRY STANDARD for contracts in the building profession. These documents assist those involved in design and construction to define the terms and relationships of a project. Since 1888, AIA has produced these comprehensive contracts and follow a revision policy to ensure their ongoing accuracy and relevance by consulting with architects, attorneys, contractors, engineers, owners, and other related professionals.
AIA contract documents can be utilized by Architects, Contractors, Owners, and Attorneys. There are a number of product options that are summarized in this Product Overview chart {http://www.aia.org/contractdocs/product-overview}.
Contract documents are organized by two methods:
- By FAMILIES {http://www.aia.org/contractdocs/referencematerial/aiab099118} based on project type or delivery method.
- By SERIES {http://www.aia.org/contractdocs/referencematerial/aiab099130} based on the document use or purpose.
AIA Contract Documents are available for purchase online by both AIA Members and Non Members at the AIA Contract Document page {http://www.aia.org/contractdocs}. AIA Members eligible for discounted pricing.
- A variety of support options are available on the AIA Contract Documents Support page {http://www.aia.org/contractdocs/supportctr/index.htm}.
- For technical issues and purchasing support, call 800-942-7732.
- For contract and form questions, call 202-626-7526.
AIA Central Valley carries a very limited supply of older edition paper documents. Please contact the Chapter office at 916-444-3658 to inquire about current stock and place an order.
Please note that due to copyright laws, AIA Contract Documents can’t be emailed, faxed, copied, or electronically reproduced. Further, reusing a document violates federal copyright law.
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