California Supplemental (CSE) Practice Exam

During the bidding and negotiation phase, one of the architect's key responsibilities is to facilitate the communication and selection of qualified contractors. This includes sending out Contractors' Qualification Statements, which are essential documents that assess contractors’ abilities, past performances, and financial stability. By sending these statements, the architect helps ensure that only competent and suitable contractors are considered for the project, thus promoting a successful partnership between the client and the contractor.

This phase is critical as it sets the tone for the selection process, allowing the architect to gather and evaluate necessary information about the contractors before the bidding actualizes. The focus here is on due diligence and ensuring that the contractor has the right skills, experience, and resources necessary to complete the project effectively.