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The 2010 Standards of Professional Practice (SPP) The 2010 Standards of Professional Practice (SPP)
Approved 27 July 2010 as the Supplemental IRR of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) 1 of 94 Approved 27 July 2010 as the Supplemental IRR of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) 2 of 94
STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (SPP) Regulation Commission (the PRC or hereafter the Commission) as a
professional partnership or as an architectural corporation for group architectural
Annex “A” practice by RLAs, subject to full compliances with Sec. 37 of R.A. No. 9266 and
Promulgated as Part of the IRR of derivative regulations.
R.A. No. 9266, known as “The Architecture Act of 2004”
and to be known hereinafter as the 7. Architect and Architectural Firm (AF) may be used interchangeably for some
SPP Documents of the succeeding SPP.
(replacing the 1979 UAP Docs. 201 through 208 and the UAP Docs 209 and 210)
8. Professional/s as used for this SPP and the succeeding SPP documents shall
refer only to Registered and Licensed Professionals (RLPs), all natural
A. GENERAL DEFINITIONS
persons under Philippine law and jurisprudence with a valid certificate and a valid
1. State shall refer solely to the National Government of the Republic of the professional identification card (representing the renewable license) for the lawful
Philippines. practice of a State-regulated profession other than architecture.

2. Standards of Professional Practice (SPP) is a required document under Sec. 9. Client, Owner and Project Proponent may be used interchangeably for this
41 of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) and its Implementing Rules SPP and some of the succeeding SPP.
and Regulations (IRR).
10. Contractor and General Contractor shall also mean Constructor or Builder,
3. Commission as used for this SPP and the succeeding SPP documents shall and may be used interchangeably for this SPP.
refer only to the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), duly created
under R.A. No. 8981 (The PRC Modernization Act of 2000). 11. Bid and Tender shall mean the same.

4. Board as used for this SPP and the succeeding SPP documents shall refer only B. ACRONYMS
to the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture (PRBoA), duly created
under R.A. No. 9266 and its IRR and under the supervision and administrative ADR - Alternative Dispute Resolution
control of the Commission. AF - Architectural Firm
ADC - Architectural Design Competition
5. Architect as used for this SPP and the succeeding SPP documents shall refer Aicc - Architect in charge of construction
only to a Registered and Licensed Architect (RLA), a natural person under Aor - Architect-of-record
Philippine law and jurisprudence with a valid certificate of registration and a valid BPO - Business Process Outsourcing
professional identification card (representing the renewable 3-year license) for CA - Consulting Architect
the lawful practice of the State-regulated profession of architecture. Depending CEC - Codes of Ethical Conduct
on the SPP, the term Architect may also refer to Architect-of-record (Aor), DoLE - Department of Labor and Employment
Architect in charge of construction (Aicc), Consulting Architect (CA) as DTI - Department of Trade and Industry
provided for under R.A. No. 9266. FPCA - Filipino Professional Consulting Architects
IAPOA - Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects
6. Architectural Firm (AF) as used for this SPP and the succeeding SPP KPO - Knowledge Process Outsourcing
documents shall refer only to a juridical person under Philippine law and MoP - Manual of Procedure
jurisprudence, duly registered with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) PACS - Professional Architectural Consulting Services
as a sole proprietorship for individual architectural practice or registered with the PCA - Professional Consulting Architect
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and with the Professional PRC - Professional Regulation Commission

3.2.3. Interview. The Architect explains his methodology in translating the

C. GENERAL NOTES ON THE plan/design requirements of the proposed project.
SELECTION OF THE ARCHITECT
(Part of the IRR of R.A. No. 9266, replacing the 1979 UAP Doc. 208) 3.2.4. Verification. The selection committee may visit buildings designed by
the Architects and check references such as former clients and
1. INTRODUCTION financial institutions.

There are many ways by which a Client can engage the services of an Architect. 3.2.5. Evaluation & Ranking. The selection committee may adopt its own
The most appropriate method of selecting an Architect will depend on the type and procedure in evaluating the entries and recommending the most
complexity of the project. capable firm.

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES 3.2.6. Negotiation. The Architect explains to the Client the Scope of
Services and the Architect’s Fee as prescribed under the Architect’s
The scope of services will depend on the method by which the Architect is selected. Guidelines.

3. METHODS OF SELECTION 3.3. An Architectural Design Competition (ADC) is used for civic or
monumental projects. The competition may either be an idea competition,
3.1. Direct Selection is used when undertaking a relatively small project. The design or design build competition. Various Architects or architectural firms
Client selects his Architect on the basis of: (AFs) submit plan/design solutions to a particular design problem and are
judged on the basis of comparative excellence.
3.1.1. Reputation
3.3.1. Advantages
3.1.2. Personal or business acquaintance or recommendation of a friend
3.1.3. Recommendation of the Architect’s former Client a. Opportunities will be open only to all PRC-registered and licensed
Architects (RLAs) or PRC-registered Architectural Firms (AFs).
3.1.4. Recommendation of another Architect.
b. The Client/ Committee will have a wider range of options.
3.2. Comparative Selection may be conducted by committees representing
institutions, corporations or public agencies. The selection process involves: 3.3.2. Disadvantages

3.2.1. Invitation. The Client issues an invitation which includes the Terms of a. Process may be expensive and time consuming
Reference (ToR) for the project which is based on the Design Brief
prepared by another Architect. The selection committee established by b. The time and effort required may discourage qualified firms from
the Client may consist of representatives from other State-regulated participating.

a. With the assistance of the integrated and accredited professional 1. INTRODUCTION

organization of architects (IAPOA) or one of its local chapters, and
1.1. The basic services provided by the Architect have remained relatively
b. In accordance with the Architect’s Guidelines. unchanged over the years. However, the Architect must expand his services
in response to the increasing demands of his/her Clients, the evolution of new
3.3.4. Participants standards of regulated professional practice, the advancement of technology
and the enactment of new laws.
a. Sponsor or Client – a natural or juridical person;
1.2. It will be most advantageous to the Client to involve the Architect in the
b. Competitors – Filipino/ Philippine-Registered and Licensed earliest stages of the project since the Architect, if suitably experienced, can
Architects (RLA) and IAPOA members in good standing. A foreign provide the Client with objective project analysis, establishing parameters to
architect as a competitor must be registered in his/her country of optimize building needs vis-à-vis available resources and attendant
origin and must secure a Temporary Special Permit (TSP) from the constraints.
Commission (PRC), a work permit form the Department of Labor
and Employment (DoLE) and must work in collaboration with a
local/Filipino counterpart RLA who will assume the requisite 2. SCOPE OF PRE-DESIGN SERVICES
professional responsibilities and civil liabilities, in the case of a
design or design-build competition; The Pre- Design Services cover a broad line of architectural services ranging from
initial problem identification to activities that would allow the Architect to initially
c. Professional Adviser – Philippine-Registered and Licensed conceptualize an array of architectural and allied solutions. The Pre-Design Services
Architects (RLAs) who are IAPOA members in good standing; nominally include consultation, pre-feasibility studies, feasibility studies, site
selection and analysis, site utilization and land-use studies, architectural research,
d. Jury – Composed of at least five (5) members who are known for architectural programming, space planning, space management studies, value
their integrity, objectivity, impartiality and honesty. management, design brief preparation, promotional services and other related
activities.
d.1 Architect – member in good standing of the IAPOA
d.2 Competition Sponsor or Client. 2.1 Consultation

When a Client calls upon the Architect to give oral or written advice and
4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION direction, to attend conferences, to make evaluations and appraisals
regarding a contemplated project and similar activities, the Architect renders
This will be covered by the respective type of services. valuable inputs whether or not the Client pursues the project.

2.3 Feasibility Studies 2.9 Space Management Studies

Detailed analysis of the project based on pre-feasibility studies will determine An analysis of the space requirements of the project based on organizational
the viability of a proposed development. The studies will set the project structure and functional set-up pinpoints linkages and interaction of spaces.
against present and future trends to forecast how it will perform over time. The formulation of the space program will serve as the basis for the
This requires primary data gathering and analysis. development of the architectural plan/design.

2.4 Site Selection and Analysis 2.10 Value Management

This entails the formulation of site criteria, assistance to the Client in site This technique is applied in the cost management process to minimize the
evaluation as well as analysis to determine the most appropriate site/s for a negative effect of simplified operations associated with many cost-reduction
proposed project or building program. programs. The goal of value management is to achieve an unimpaired
program at minimum cost. Thus, a plan, design or system that has been
2.5 Site Utilization and Land-Use Studies successfully value-managed will still satisfy the same performance criteria as
the costlier alternatives.
The detailed analysis of the site involves the identification of a site’s
development potentials through the proper utilization of land. The analysis 2.11 Design Brief Preparation
covers the context of the site as well as that of its surrounding environment
and the development controls that apply to the site and its environs. Under design brief preparation, the Architect states the project terms of
reference (ToR) including the concept, objectives and other necessary
2.6 Architectural Research requirements to bid out architectural services (whether public or private).

Architectural research entails the conduct of primary and secondary 2.12 Promotional Services
researches and assembled facts used as basis for conclusion.
Projects may require promotional activities in order to develop and generate
2.7 Architectural Programming financial support and acceptance from governing agencies or from the
general public. In such cases, the Architect can act as the agent of the Owner
This analytical problem-seeking process will lead to the statement and by producing and coordinating the additional activities necessary to complete
identification of both horizontal and vertical requirements in offering a the services. In all such activities, the Architect must maintain his professional
solution. It incorporates a space program with characterizations of the status as the representative of the Owner.
envisioned spaces such as ambiance, cost range, etc.

3.2.2 Architect’s Own Staff FORMULA

It is possible for Architects (as natural persons) working in a single firm Assume:
to specialize in a variety of ways. Many Architects and firms (juridical
persons) specialize without losing the generalist approach of the A= Architect’s rate / hour
Architect or firm.
C= Consultant’s rate / hour
3.2.3 By Association, Consultation or Networking
T= Rate per hour of Technical Staff, Researchers and others involved in the Project
Another common practice is consultation between an Architect and a
firm of other disciplines, under the extended terms of the Owner- AN, CN, TN = No. of hours spent by Architect, Consultants and Technical Staff
Architect Agreement.
M= Multiplier to account for overhead and reasonable profit. The value may range
4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION from 1.5 to 2.5 depending on the set-up of the Architect’s office and the
complexity of the Project.
The Architect’s compensation is based on the Architect’s / architectural firm’s
talents, skill, experience, imagination, and on the type and level of professional R= Reimbursable expenses such as transportation, housing and living allowance of
services provided. Compensation for Pre-Design Services may be based on one or Consultant, transportation, per diem, housing and living allowance of local
more of the following: consultants and technical staff if assigned to places over 100 km. from the area
of operation of the Architect.
4.1 Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses
Cost of printing of extra set of drawings, reports, maps, contract documents, etc.
This cost-based method of compensation is applicable only to non-creative over the five (5) copies submitted to the Client, overseas and long distance calls,
work such as accounting, secretarial, research, data gathering, preparation of technical and laboratory tests, licenses, fees, taxes and similar cost items
reports and the like. This method of compensation is based on technical needed by the Project.

4.2 Professional Fee Plus Expenses

1. INTRODUCTION
This method of compensation is frequently used where there is continuing
relationship involving a series of Projects. It establishes a fixed sum over and 1.1 Applicability of this Document
above the reimbursement for the Architect’s technical time and overhead. An
agreement on the general scope of the work is necessary in order to set an 1.1.1 While these implementing rules and regulations specifically refer to the
equitable fee. “individual” professional practice of the Architect as a natural person,
the same may also apply to the Architect’s “group practice” as part of
4.3 Lump Sum or Fixed Fee a juridical entity i.e. as a DTI-registered sole proprietorship or as a
SEC-registered partnership or corporation, subject to full compliances
This method may be applied to government projects since they entail more with Sec. 37 of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) and its
paper work and time-consuming efforts. implementing rules and regulations and derivative regulations including
resolutions of the Board and the Commission.
4.4 Per Diem, Honorarium Plus Reimbursable Expenses
1.1.2 Foreign architects offering services under this service are subject to
In some cases a Client may request an Architect to do work which will require full compliances with Sec. 38 of R.A. No. 9266 and its implementing
his personal time such as: rules and regulations (including resolutions of the Board which calls for
a “local counterpart Architect” for any foreign architect) and other
4.4.1 attending project-related meetings, conferences or trips; periodic issuances of the Board and the Commission as well as
procedures/requirements of the Department of Labor and Employment
4.4.2 conducting ocular inspection of possible project sites; and and the Bureau of Immigration and Deportation governing such foreign
architects. Therefore, a foreign architect practicing architecture in the
4.4.3 conferring with others regarding prospective investments or ventures Philippines for projects on Philippine soil must first secure a
and the like. Temporary/ Special Permit (TSP) and a work permit from the
Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE) and must work in
For these particular activities, the Architect as agent of the Owner may be collaboration with a local counterpart Architect who is a Registered and
paid on a per diem and honorarium basis plus out-of-pocket expenses such Licensed Architect (RLA) under Philippine law.
as but not limited to travel, accommodations and subsistence.
1.1.3 Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and Knowledge Process
4.5 Mixed Methods of Compensation Outsourcing (KPO) firms which have been DTI- or SEC-registered in
the Philippines to provide services for overseas clients are not
The SPP provides for more than one method of compensation on a project. authorized to provide architectural services for projects located on
Each project should be examined to determine the most appropriate and Philippine soil unless they are PRC-registered architectural firms
equitable method of compensation. satisfying Sec. 37 of R.A. No. 9266 and its implementing rules and

1.2.1 In regular practice, the Architect acts as the Owner’s/ Client's/ 2.2.1 evaluates the Owner’s program, schedule, budget, project site and
Proponent’s Adviser and/or Representative. He translates the Owner's proposes methods of project deliveries.
needs and requirements to spaces and forms in the best manner of
professional service. 2.2.2 prepares the initial line drawings representing design studies leading to
a recommended solution, including a general description of the project
1.2.2 The Architect’s work starts at the inception of the project when the for approval by the Owner.
Owner outlines his requirements to the Architect. The work covers the
various aspects of the project, from analysis and study of the needs 2.2.3 submits to the Owner a Statement of the Probable Project Construction
and requirements, to the preparation of the necessary instruments of Cost (SPPCC) based on current cost parameters.
service, and finally to the supervision during project implementation. It
ends only when the general contractor or builder turns over the 2.3 Design Development Phase
completed project to the Owner.
Based on approved schematics and conceptual plans, the Architect prepares:
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES 2.3.1 the Design Development documents consisting of plans, elevations,
sections and other drawings,
2.1 Project Definition Phase
2.3.2 outline specifications to fix and illustrate the size and character of the
This phase involves the definition of the requirements of the project by the entire project as to type of materials, type of structural, electrical,
Owner. The Architect in turn informs the Owner of the technical requirements mechanical, sanitary, electronic and communications systems.
of the project and the concomitant professional fees. In this phase, the
Architect: 2.3.3 diagrammatic layout of construction systems, and
1.2.1. consults with the Owner to ascertain the conceptual framework and 2.3.4 an updated SPPCC for submission to the Owner.
related requirements of the project and confirms such requirements
with him.
2.4 Contract Document Phase
1.2.2. gathers relevant information and data leading to the definition of the
requirements of the project, including the scope of the Architect’s Based on the approved Design Development Documents, the Architect:
services.
2.4.1 prepares the complete Contract Documents consisting of detailed

2.5 Bidding or Negotiation Phase 2.5.3 For negotiated contracts, the Architect performs similar functions as in
item 2.5.2 but negotiates with one Contractor instead of many bidders.
2.5.1 In this phase, the Architect:

a. prepares the Bid Documents such as forms for contract letting, 2.6 Construction Phase
documents for construction, forms for invitation and instruction to
bidders, forms for bidders’ proposals, general / specific conditions In this phase, the Architect performs the following:
of contract, etc.
2.6.1 makes decisions on all claims of the Owner and Contractors on all
b. assists the Owner from the early stage of establishing a list of matters relating to the execution and progress of work or the
prospective Contractors to awarding of the construction contract. interpretation of the Contract Documents.

2.5.2 For competitive bids / procurements, the Architect: 2.6.2 prepares change orders, gathers and turns over to the Owner written
guarantees required of the Contractor and Sub-Contractors.
a. furnishes complete sets of the Bid Documents for purposes of
bidding in as many sets as may be required to conduct a successful 2.6.3 makes periodic visits to the project site to familiarize himself with the
bidding. The said documents are loaned to bidders at an amount general progress and quality of work and to ascertain that the work is
sufficient to cover direct and indirect costs attendant to the proceeding in accordance with the Contract Documents. The Architect
preparation, packaging, reproduction and delivery of the said shall not be required to make exhaustive or continuous 8-hour on-site
documents. supervision to check on the quality of the work involved and shall not
be held responsible for the Contractor's failure to carry out the
The Bid Documents are the intellectual property of the Architect Construction work in accordance with the Contract Documents. During

4.2 Group 2
3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES
Buildings of moderate complexity of plan / design which shall include but not
There are two ways by which the Architect may enter into contract with the Owner as be limited to the following:
the Lead Professional working with other professionals in the engineering and allied
professions: Art Galleries Nursing Homes
Banks, Exchange and other Office Buildings/ Office Condominium
3.1 with a single contract between the Architect and Owner, and sub-consultancy Buildings Park, Playground and Open-Air
contracts between the Architect and the other professionals working with the Financial Institutions Recreational Facilities
Architect. Bowlodromes Residential Condominiums
Call Centers Police Stations
3.2 with the Architect and the engineering and allied professionals executing Churches and Religious Facilities Postal Facilities
separate contracts with the Owner. City/Town Halls & Civic Centers Private Clubs
College Buildings Publishing Plants
In both cases, the professional responsibilities and civil liabilities of each State- Convents, Monasteries & Race Tracks
regulated professional remains separate. The Architect does not assume any of the Seminaries Restaurants / Fastfood Stores
responsibilities and liabilities of the other professionals (RLPs). Correctional & Detention Facilities Retail / Wholesale Stores
Court Houses/Halls of Justice Schools

Buildings of exceptional character and complexity of plan / design which shall 4.8 Group 8
include but not be limited to the following:
Projects involving extensive detail such as designs for built-in components or
Aquariums Laboratories/ Testing Facilities elements, built-in equipment, special fittings, screens, counters, architectural
Nuclear Facilities Marinas and Resort Complexes interiors (AI), and development planning and/or design
Auditoriums Medical Arts Offices & Clinics
Airports/Wet & Dry Ports & Terminals Mental Institutions 4.9 Group 9
Breweries Mortuaries
Cold Storage Facilities Observatories Alterations, renovations, rehabilitations, retrofit and expansion / additions to
Telecommunication Buildings Public Health Centers existing buildings belonging to Groups 1 to 5
Convention Facilities Research Facilities
Gymnasiums Stadia 4.10 Group 10
Hospitals & Medical Buildings Theaters & Similar Facilities
Hotels Veterinary Hospitals The Architect is engaged to render opinion or give advice, clarifications or
Transportation Facilities & Systems Other buildings of similar nature or use explanation on technical matters pertaining to architectural works.

4.4 Group 4
5. METHOD OF COMPENSATION
Residences (single-detached, single-attached or duplex; row-houses or shop-
houses), small apartment houses and townhouses The Architect’s compensation is based on the Architect’s / architectural firm’s
talents, skill, experience, imagination, and on the type and level of professional
4.5 Group 5 services provided. Compensation for Regular Design Services may be based on one
or more of the following:
Monumental buildings and other facilities
5.1 Percentage (%) of Project Construction Cost (PCC)
Exposition & Fair Buildings Specialized decorative buildings
Mausoleums, Memorials, Museums The Architect’s Fee based on the PPC shall be detailed in the Architect’s
& Monuments Buildings of similar nature or use Guidelines.

_____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________
The 2010 Standards of Professional Practice (SPP) The 2010 Standards of Professional Practice (SPP)
Approved 27 July 2010 as the Supplemental IRR of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) 21 of 94 Approved 27 July 2010 as the Supplemental IRR of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) 22 of 94
5.2 Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses calls, technical and laboratory tests, licenses, fees, taxes and similar cost items
needed by the Project.
This cost-based method of compensation is applicable only to non-creative
work such as accounting, secretarial, research, data gathering, preparation of Direct cost = AN + CN + TN
reports and the like. This method of compensation is based on technical
hours spent and does not account for creative work since the value of Fee = Direct Cost x M
creative design cannot be measured by the length of time the designer has Total Cost of Service charged to Client = Fee + R
spent on his work. The computation is made by adding all costs of technical
services (man hours x rate) and then multiplying it by a multiplier to cover
overhead and profit. 5.3 Professional Fee Plus Expenses
The multiplier ranges from 1.5 to 2.5 depending on the office set-up, This method of compensation is frequently used where there is continuing
overhead and experience of the Architect and the complexity of the Project. relationship involving a series of Projects. It establishes a fixed sum over and
above the reimbursement for the Architect’s technical time and overhead. An
Other items such as cost of transportation, living and housing allowances of agreement on the general scope of the work is necessary in order to set an
foreign consultants, out-of-town living and housing allowances of the local equitable fee.
consultants and the like, are all to be charged to the Client. At the start of the
commission, the Architect shall make known to the Client the rate of 5.4 Lump Sum or Fixed Fee
professionals and personnel who will be assigned to the Project and the
multiplier that has to be applied before agreeing on this method of This method may be applied to government projects since they entail more
compensation. paper work and time-consuming efforts.
FORMULA 5.5 Per Diem, Honorarium Plus Reimbursable Expenses
Assume:
In some cases a Client may request an Architect to do work which will require
A= Architect’s rate / hour his personal time such as:
C= Consultant’s rate / hour 5.5.1 attending project-related meetings, conferences or trips;
T= Rate per hour of Technical Staff, Researchers and others involved in the Project 5.5.2 conducting ocular inspection of possible project sites; and
5.5.3 conferring with others regarding prospective investments or ventures
AN, CN, TN = No. of hours spent by Architect, Consultants and Technical Staff and the like.
M= Multiplier to account for overhead and reasonable profit. The value may range For these particular activities, the Architect as agent of the Owner may be
from 1.5 to 2.5 depending on the set-up of the Architect’s office and the paid on a per diem and honorarium basis plus out-of-pocket expenses such
complexity of the Project. as but not limited to travel, accommodations and subsistence.
R= Reimbursable expenses such as transportation, housing and living allowance of
Consultant, transportation, per diem, housing and living allowance of local 5.6 Mixed Methods of Compensation
consultants and technical staff if assigned to places over 100km. from area of
operation of the Architect. The SPP provides for more than one method of compensation on a project.
Each project should be examined to determine the most appropriate method
Cost of printing of extra set of drawings, reports, maps, contract documents, etc. of compensation.
over the seven (7) copies submitted to the Client, overseas and long distance

6.4 Furnish or direct the Architect to obtain at his expense, a certified survey of Other services that may be needed in order to complete the project such as
the site, giving, as may be required, topographical and/or relocation surveys services of acoustic and illumination engineers / specialists, mural painters,
covering grades and lines of streets, alleys, easements, encroachments and sculptors, and other service providers are to be recommended by the
related information, boundaries, with dimensions and complete data Architect for the Owner’s approval. Costs for these services are to be paid for
pertaining to existing buildings, structures, trees, plants, water bodies, wells, separately by the Owner and shall be subject to a coordination fee payable to
excavations / pits, etc. and other improvements and full information as to the the Architect.
available utility / service lines both public and private; zoning compliances,
clearances, deed/s of restrictions, encumbrances and annotations to titles, 7.3 Scale Models, 3D Models and Walk-Thru Presentations
association guidelines and standards, and soil investigations / tests, borings
and test pits necessary for determining soil and sub-soil conditions. Should a scale model, 3D models and/or walk-thru presentation of the
architect’s design be necessary, they are to be recommended by the Architect
6.5 Promptly pay for architectural and all other engineering and allied services for the Owner’s approval. Costs for these services are to be paid for
required for the project. separately by the Owner and shall be subject to a coordination fee payable to
the Architect.
6.6 Pay for the design and consulting services on acoustic, communication,
electronic, and other specialty systems which may be required for the project. 7.4 Per Diem and Traveling Expenses

6.7 Arrange and pay for such legal, auditing, insurance, counseling and other A per diem plus traveling and living expenses shall be chargeable to the
services as may be required for the project. Owner whenever the Architect or his duly authorized representative is
required to perform services at a locality beyond 50.0 kilometers (air, straight
6.8 Pay for all reimbursable expenses incurred in the project as called for in line or radial distance) from his established office as it appears in the
Section 7: “Other Conditions on Services” and all taxes including VAT (but not Architect’s letterhead.
including income tax) that the government may impose on the Architect as a
result of the services rendered by the Architect on the project, whether the 7.5 Extra Sets of Contract Documents
services were performed as a natural person i.e. an individual practitioner or
as a juridical entity i.e. as a sole proprietorship, partnership or corporation. The Owner shall pay the Architect for additional sets of Contract Documents.

6.9 If the Owner observes or otherwise becomes aware of anything that may
impair the successful implementation of the project, he shall give prompt
written notice to the Architect.

If the Architect renders additional professional services due to changes Should the Owner require the Architect to design movable or fixed pieces of
ordered by the Owner after approval of the Architect’s outputs, the Owner cabinets and other architectural interior (AI) elements, site development
shall pay the Architect for extra time, resources/ drafting, or other office plan (SDP) components, urban design elements, and other items of similar
expenses. nature, the Owner shall pay the Architect in addition to the Architect’s fee.
The compensation shall be based on the Project Construction Cost as
7.7 Work Suspended or Abandoned provided for under SPP Document 203.

If the work of the Architect is abandoned or suspended in whole or in part, the 7.11 Fulltime Construction Supervision
Owner shall pay the Architect for the services rendered corresponding to the
amount due at the stage of suspension or abandonment of the work. Upon recommendation of the Architect and with the approval of the Owner,
full-time construction supervisors as will be deemed necessary shall be
The primary service of the Architect is the preparation of architectural engaged and paid by the Owner. If no Project / Construction Manager is
plans/designs, specifications and other building construction documents. present, the full-time construction supervisor shall be under the technical
These are sets of detailed instructions that shall serve as the basis for the control and supervision of the Architect and shall make periodic reports to the
General Contractor to implement the project. Once the Architect has prepared Owner and to the Architect regarding the progress and quality of the work
all these documents, the Architect has completed the Detailed Design and done.
Contract Documents Phase of his services, which is equivalent to Ninety
percent (90%) of his work. 7.12 Estimates

When the Owner therefore fails to implement the plans and documents for Any SPPCC or any Cost Estimate submitted by the Architect can attain only a
construction as prepared by the Architect, the Architect is entitled to receive certain degree of accuracy. As the Architect has no control over the cost of
as compensation the sum corresponding to ninety percent (90%) of the labor and materials, or the many factors that go into competitive bidding, he
Architect’s fee. does not assume any professional responsibility for such cost estimates,
unless glaring errors or discrepancies are clearly evident.
7.8 Different Periods of Construction
7.13 Government Taxes and Services
If portions of the building/s are erected at different periods of time, thus
increasing the construction period and Architect’s burden of services, charges The Architect’s Fee is a net amount. Any tax (exclusive of income tax) that
pertaining to services rendered during the Construction Phase shall be the national and/or local government/s may impose on the Architect as a
adjusted proportionately. When the suspension of construction exceeds a consequence of the services performed for the project shall be paid by the
period of six (6) months, the fee for the remaining works shall be doubled. Owner.

7.9 Services of Specialist Consultants 7.14 Ownership of Documents

If the Owner requires the services of specialist consultants, they shall be All designs, drawings, models, specifications and other contract documents
engaged with the consent of the Architect. The cost of their services shall be and copies thereof, prepared, duly signed, stamped and sealed and furnished
paid for separately by the Owner and shall not be deducted from the as instruments of service, are the intellectual property and documents of the
Architect’s fee. Architect, whether the work for which they were made is executed or not, and

7.15 Cost Records 7.18 Project Development Cost

During the progress of work, the Owner shall furnish the Architect a copy of Project Development Cost shall include cost of the construction as well as all
the records of expenses being incurred on the construction. Upon completion professional fees, permits, clearances and utilities and cost of acquiring the
of the project, the Owner shall furnish the Architect a copy of the summary of project site / lot, cost of money, etc.
all cost of labor, services, materials, equipment, fixtures and all items used at
and for the completion of the construction.

7.16 Design and Placement of Signs

All signboards of the General Contractor, sub-contractors, jobbers and

dealers that shall be placed at the project site during the progress of
construction shall be approved by the Architect as to size, design and
contents. After the completion of the project, the Owner or his building lessee
shall consult the Architect for the design, size of all signboards, letterings,
directories and display boards that will be placed on the exterior or public
areas attached to the building project in order to safeguard the Owner’s
interest. Nothing should be installed inside or outside of the building that
would compromise its safety and aesthetics.

7.17 Project Construction Cost (PCC)

Project Construction Cost (PCC) as herein referred to, means the cost of the
completed building to the Owner, including the structure, plumbing/sanitary
and electrical fixtures, mechanical equipment, elevators, escalators, air-
conditioning system, fire protection system, alarm and clock system,
communications and electronic system, elements attached to the building and
all items indicated in the plans, designs, drawings and specifications prepared
by the Architect and his consultants. The construction cost of other items
planned and designed by the Architect, such as architectural interiors (AI) and
site development plan elements and other items of similar nature, additionally
planned / designed by the Architect are also part of the PCC.

The cost of materials used and the labor for their installation are part of the
PCC. If these items are furnished by the Owner below its market cost, the
cost of the material and labor shall nonetheless be computed on the basis of
the current (and fair market value) costs.

1.3 Specialized Architectural Services deals with specific expertise for further 1.6.13 Forensic Architecture
enhancement of the architectural interior and exterior components of a
project. 1.6.14 Building Appraisal

1.4 The Architect’s responsibility to man and society is to make sure that both the 1.6.15 Structural Conceptualization
building and its physical environment enhance the lives of people by strictly
adhering to national and international standards with regard to public health, 1.6.16 Preliminary Services
safety and welfare.
1.6.17 Contract Documentation and Review
1.5 The architectural plan and design of the building properly falls under the
Architect’s Regular Design Services (SPP Document No. 202). 1.6.18 Post-Design Services (including Construction Management
Services)
1.6 Design services needed within and outside the building which fall under
Specialized Architectural Services as listed under the pertinent provisions of 1.6.19 Dispute Avoidance and Resolution
R.A. No. 9266 and its 2004 IRR, include but are not limited to the following:
1.6.20 Architectural Research Methods
1.6.1 Architectural Interiors (AI)
1.6.21 Special Building/ Facility Planning and Design
1.6.2 Acoustic Design
1.6.22 Building Components
1.6.3 Architectural Lighting Layout and Design
1.6.23 Management of Architectural Practices
1.6.4 Site Development Planning (SDP)

1. INTRODUCTION 2.3.4 Checks and approves samples of materials and shop drawings of AI
components.
1.1 Architectural Interiors (AI), specifically mentioned under Secs. 3 (4) (g) and
14 (3) of R.A. No. 9266, involves the detailed planning and design of the 2.3.5 Reviews and approves billings of AI components.
indoor / enclosed areas of any proposed building / structure, including retrofit,
renovation, rehabilitation or expansion work which shall cover all architectural 2.3.6 Conducts final inspection and approves installed AI components and
and utility aspects, including the architectural lay-outing of all building related items.
engineering systems found therein.
3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES
1.2 Depending on the complexity of the Project, the Architect undertaking
professional AI services must be sufficiently experienced in the planning, The Architect may enter into contract with the Owner in two possible ways:
design and detailing of AI elements.
3.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting Architect
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES for AI services.

2.1 In the design of a building, the Architect works on a development concept. To 3.2 Working as Consulting Architect for AI services only.
realize this, the Architect develops the design by determining the size and
interrelationship of interior spaces, laying out the furniture, movables, 4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION
equipment, built-ins and fixtures to support the required activities, thus
making both the exterior and interior spaces contribute to the total concept. 4.1 For projects involving extensive detailing of AI components such as custom
floor, wall, ceiling construction and finishes, cabinet design, built-in
2.2 The Architect plans and designs the architectural interiors (AI) of buildings components, equipment and special fittings, the Architect’s Fee shall be a
such that they contribute to the physical, visual, intellectual and emotional percentage of the cost of the AI work. This excludes the fee of any
comforts of the intended end-users. Engineering and / or Specialist Consultants (SCs) working with the Architect.

2.3 As such a specialist, the Architect:

The Architect may enter into contract with the Owner in two possible ways:
203.2 ACOUSTIC DESIGN SERVICES
3.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting Architect
1. INTRODUCTION for acoustic design services.

1.1 Acoustic design services involves the detailed planning and design to control 3.2 Working as Consulting Architect for acoustic design services only.
sound transmission for compatibility with the architectural design concept.
4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION
1.2 Throughout architectural history, one of the limiting criteria in building design
has been the need to control sound in an enclosed space. The continuing 4.1 The Architect’s Fee for acoustic design services shall depend on the
evolution of products and techniques in sound management and control has complexity of the works to be undertaken.
provided a wider flexibility in the design of the interior environment. This
allows the Architect to build an environment that answers the acoustical 4.2 Should the Owner/Client hire separately the services of other Specialist
demands of varied activities within an enclosed space. Consultants (SCs), their fee shall be for the account of the Owner/ Client and
shall be paid directly to the SC.
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES
4.3 For this Specialized Service, the payment of the Architect’s services shall be
2.1 The Architect is the prime professional commissioned by the Owner/Client as stated in the Architect’s Guidelines.
to plan and design the building/structure and all its utilities and to coordinate
the works of all allied design professionals involved in the project including all
inter-disciplinary and specialized works. He shall make certain that these 203.3 ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING LAYOUT AND DESIGN
inputs comply with the requirements of the project and are compatible with
the architectural design concept. 1. INTRODUCTION

2.2 As a specialist for acoustic design, the Architect: 1.1 Architectural Lighting Layout and Design Services involves the detailed
planning and design of light transmission, timing and control for compatibility
2.2.1 Prepares the drawings and specifications for acoustic design and with the architectural design concept.
treatment, sound control and reinforcement, sound absorption,
reflectance, insulation, etc. 1.2 One of the limiting criteria in building design has been the need to control light
in an enclosed or defined space. The continuing evolution of products and
2.2.2 Assists the Owner/ Client in bidding out the work or in negotiating with techniques in lighting has provided a wider flexibility in the design of the
a specialty sub-contractor building’s interior and exterior environments. This allows the Architect to build
an environment that answers the lighting demands of varied activities within
2.2.3 Checks and approves samples of materials and equipment and outside a building.

2.2.2 Assists the Owner/ Client in bidding out the work or in negotiating with 1.1 The space planning, architectural lay-outing and utilization of spaces within
a specialty sub-contractor and surrounding a specific building/ structure in relation with the existing
natural and/or built environments have to be a well-coordinated effort so that
2.2.3 Checks and approve samples of materials and fixtures both the building/ structure and the host environment shall act as one. Arising
from his concept of the total environment, the Architect is not merely
2.2.4 Conducts final inspection of work and fixtures concerned with the building/structure he creates but with the grounds and
surrounding space as well. He studies the existing environment in relation to
2.2.5 Assists Owner/ Client to evaluate the amount due the sub-contractor the building/structure and consequently lays out the areas/ grounds
immediately surrounding the building/ structure.
3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES
1.2 Ordinarily, the landscaping layout of small building projects could be done by
The Architect may enter into contract with the Owner in two possible ways: the Architect as part of the site development planning (SDP) effort. However,
if the project is large in scale, the Architect must hire other State-regulated
3.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting Architect professionals (RLPs) as qualified Specialist Consultants (SCs).
for architectural lighting and layout design services.
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES
3.2 Working as Consulting Architect for architectural lighting and layout design
services only. 2.1 The Architect, upon designing a building/ structure, complements this with the
design of the surroundings that will make the space fit for a specific mood and
4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION for the required activities. He lays out the open spaces in and around the
structure such that they contribute to the totality of the project.
4.1 The Architect’s Fee for lighting layout and design services shall depend on
the complexity of the works to be undertaken. 2.2 In order to achieve a well-balanced design of the environment enveloping a
specific building/structure, the Specialist Architect:
4.2 Should the Owner/Client hire separately the services of Specialist
Consultants, the fee shall be for the account of the Owner/Client and shall be 2.2.1 Conceptualizes the entire site development plan (SDP) including the
paid directly to the Consultant. generic scope of civil works and the general scope of softscape and
hardscape requirements.

2.2 Physical planning is concerned with the general quality of the settings for
people and their activities, buildings and other natural and man-made
phenomenon.

2.4 Should other services be required by the project, such as environmental 2.6.5 Prepares the SPPCC for the total physical development.
studies, feasibility studies, market analysis, access/movement systems,
impact analysis and others, said services should be performed by duly- 2.6.6 Undertakes modifications, revisions and changes as may be required
qualified professionals with the Architect acting as the Lead Professional of by the Owner/ Client and the project within the engagement period.
the physical planning team.
2.6.7 Prepares the finalized plans, reports and specifications needed for
2.5 Depending on the complexity of the project, the Architect may hire additional approval by Owner/ Client or proper government agencies concerned.
Specialist Consultants (SCs) whose expert advice may be needed to validate
certain features of the physical plan. The fee of any additional SC needed in 2.6.8 Prepares the phasing of the construction with the concurrence of the
the project must be paid separately by the Owner/Client. Owner/Client.

2.6 When the Architect is commissioned to do physical planning for building sites 2.6.9 Prepares Project Cost Estimates (PCE) based on current cost
such as Industrial Estates, Commercial, Religious, Institutional and parameters.
Government/Civic Centers, Sports Complexes, Tourist Centers/ Tourism
Estates/ Resorts, Amusement Parks, Educational Facilities, Residential and 1. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES
Housing Subdivisions and the like, the Architect:
The Architect may enter into contract with the Owner in two possible ways:
2.6.1 Confers with the Owner/ Client on project requirements, secures
sufficient primary and secondary data to generate reliable projections 1.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting Architect
and analyses which are to be used as basis for the preparation of for site and physical planning services.
physical plans/designs.
1.2 Working as Consulting Architect for site and physical planning services only.
2.6.2 Examines laws, ordinances, rules and regulations affecting the project
i.e. code searches, and considers the best industry practices 2. MANNER OF COMPENSATION
applicable.
The fee structure for Site and Physical Planning Services by the Architect shall be as
2.6.3 Prepares framework and conceptual master development plans stated in the Architect’s Guidelines.
(FRDPs and CMDPs) and report/s from relevant information gathered
by other disciplines.

2.6.4 Prepares Preliminary up to Detailed Master Development Plans

(PMDPs/ DMDPs) showing the physical layout/distribution of areas,
road network/s, vehicular and pedestrian movement/ access systems,
legal easements, basic utility layouts/ corridors, landscape layouts, lot
pad elevations, lot primacy matrices, deed of restrictions (DoR),
development standards and guidelines (DSG), lot counts and typology,
land use tabulations, building footprints, roof-prints, basement level-

1.2 While the planning team is multi-disciplinary, the CDP Services may place 1.1.3 Socio-Cultural Component - the people, their living conditions and the
heavy emphasis on the non-physical/ non-engineering components of the seeking of ways to ameliorate it.
development plan i.e. financial, economic/market demand/forecast,
administrative-political-institutional-legal, socio-cultural, environmental, and 1.1.4 Transport Component - road and transit networks, land-sea-air
the like. In contrast, MDP Services puts a premium on the physical planning linkages, the movement of people and goods from one place to
and engineering components of the development plan, which are the direct or another.
sequential physical translations of the inputs from the initial stages of the CDP
effort. 1.1.5 Legal and Administrative Component - the relationship of adopted
development proposals and policies to existing laws.
1.3 If suitably trained and experienced, the Architect’s ability to synthesize and
organize into a whole, the various information relating to the user’s needs, 1.2 Comprehensive Development Planning (CDP) calls for the detailed study of
perception and expectations, site and climatic conditions, construction physical, social, economic and administrative components and as such
technology, materials, cost and other information, qualifies him to take the requires the expertise and knowledge of Specialist Consultants (SCs).
lead role in an undertaking that cuts across various disciplines.
1.3 When the Consulting Architect is commissioned to do a Comprehensive
1.4 The Consulting Architect is concerned with the management and use of land Development Planning effort, he performs the following:
as well as the conservation, preservation and upgrading of the human
environment. Since the Architect, particularly if a separate RLP i.e. 1.3.1 Identifies existing land use, resources, social behavior and interaction;
Environmental Planner (EnP) with suitable training and experience in physical
and land use planning, has the social commitment and technical experience 1.3.2 Undertakes environmental analysis, demographic analysis and
as coordinator of several disciplines, he is qualified to lead the multi- feasibility studies;
disciplinary team in offering Comprehensive Development Planning (CDP)
Services. 1.3.3 Examines existing laws, ordinances, political/ social constraints;

1.3.4 Prepares the conceptual development plans, policies, implementing

strategies to arrive at the desired comprehensive and/or master
planning solution/s.

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2. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES
The Consulting Architect in this area of practice provides the Owner/Client with
The Architect may enter into contract with the Owner in two possible ways: means and measures to ensure the proper function and maintenance of the
building/structure and site after final inspection.
2.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting Architect
for comprehensive development planning services. 203.11 BUILDING TESTING AND COMMISSIONING
2.2 Working as Consulting Architect for comprehensive development planning The Architect in this area of practice recommends the systematic process of
services only. ensuring that a building/structure’s array of systems is planned, designed, installed
and tested to perform according to the design intent and the building’s operational
3. MANNER OF COMPENSATION needs. If the building materials, equipment and systems are not installed properly or
are not operating as intended, the effectiveness, efficiency, productivity and other
Compensation for the foregoing specialized architectural service shall be through benefits of high performance plans/designs will not be achieved.
man-months i.e. 22 man-days multiplied by 8 man-hours, and multiplied by a factor
to cover other direct and indirect costs e.g. overhead, etc. or as prescribed by the
203.12 BUILDING ENVIRONMENT CERTIFICATION
Architect’s Guidelines.
A building environment rating system is needed to evaluate the environmental
performance of a building and to encourage market migration towards sustainable
203.7 HISTORIC AND HERITAGE CONSERVATION AND PLANNING design. The rating system must be:
The suitably trained and experienced Consulting Architect in this area of  credit-based, allowing projects to earn points for environment-friendly use of the
architectural practice provides research, assessment, recording, management, building / structure and actions taken during planning, design, construction and
interpretation and conservation of historical heritage. occupancy.
 flexible, such that projects need not meet identical requirements to qualify.
 consensus-based and market-driven, in order to accelerate the development
203.8 SECURITY EVALUATION AND PLANNING and implementation of green building practices.
The Consulting Architect in this area of practice arranges and formulates methods of The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the
rating and ascertaining the value of structures or facilities which must be fully basic knowledge of Green Architecture and Environmental and/or Sustainable
secured, kept safe, protected, assured, guaranteed and provided sufficient Design and sufficient knowledge of the governing environmental laws and
safeguards for the conduct of any work or activity. environmental investigation processes and procedures under international protocols
such as the Philippine Solid Waste, Clean Air and Clean Water Acts, DENR
administrative issuances and the like.
203.9 BUILDING SYSTEMS DESIGN
203.13 FORENSIC ARCHITECTURE
The Architect in this area of practice engages in methods of producing building
components in a highly engineered, efficient and cost-effective manner, particularly The Architect in this area of practice undertakes a scientific study on the built
for residential and commercial applications. environment’s well-being, which allows the Architect to focus on the ways in which
the building/structure can best maintain itself and prolong its life in a cost-efficient

203.14 BUILDING APPRAISAL 203.19 DISPUTE AVOIDANCE AND RESOLUTION

Appraisal is defined as an act or process of estimating value. The Consulting The Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic
Architect in this area of practice places value on the building/ structure condition and knowledge of the various modes of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) prescribed
defects, and on its repair and maintenance, including the required improvements. under R.A. No. 9285, the ADR Act of 2004 and its IRR i.e. Construction Arbitration,
Mediation and Conciliation, Negotiation and of Contract Administration, Quality
203.15 STRUCTURAL CONCEPTUALIZATION Surveys, Appraisals and Adjustments and Expert Testimony. An Architect
specializing in ADR must preferably be State-accredited.
The Architect in this area of practice conceives, chooses and develops the type,
disposition, arrangement and proportioning of the structural elements of an 203.20 ARCHITECTURAL RESEARCH METHODS
architectural work, giving due considerations to safety, cost-effectiveness,
functionality and aesthetics. The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the
basic knowledge of Research Methods, Philippine Architecture and its History,
203.16 PRELIMINARY SERVICES Architectural Materials and Finishes, Building Types and Standards, Architectural
Design Trends, Architectural Writing and Architectural Photography.
The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the
basic knowledge of Site Analysis, Space Planning and Management, Architectural 203.21 SPECIAL BUILDING/ FACILITY PLANNING AND DESIGN
Programming, and the other services under SPP Document 201.
The Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic
knowledge of the Planning and Design Processes required for Housing
203.17 CONTRACT DOCUMENTATION AND REVIEW SERVICES Developments, Recreational and Tourism Estates, Health Care and Hospitality
Facilities, Transportation and Telecommunications Facilities, Production and
The Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic Extractive Facilities, Utility-related Developments, Secure Facilities, Business and
knowledge of Specification Writing, Estimation and Quantity Survey, Architectural Industrial Parks, Economic Zones and Community Architecture and the like.
Production, Architectural Software, Architectural Support Services and Contract
Document Review. 203.22 BUILDING COMPONENTS

The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the
basic knowledge of Building Materials and Finishes, Construction Methodologies,

General Notes: 1.1.1 The Owner who orders for the implementation of a project;
METHOD OF COMPENSATION FOR SPECIALIZED ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
1.1.2 The Architect and his Specialist Consultants (SCs) who render
Compensation for the foregoing specialized architectural services, all of which may plan/design services and limited inspection work;
be classified as additional or extra services, shall be through man-months i.e. 22
man-days multiplied by 8 man-hours, and multiplied by a factor to cover other direct 1.1.3 The Contractor who performs the construction work;
and indirect costs e.g. overhead, etc. or any other applicable mode of determination
of the Architect’s fee as stated in Doc. 201, Doc. 202 and the Architect’s 1.1.4 The individual or group of individuals who assist in the supervision and
Guidelines. delivery of the work.

1.2 The Architect-in-charge of construction (Aicc) is directly and professionally

responsible and liable for the construction supervision of the project.

1.3 When projects were still manageable in size, the Architect was then assisted
by a construction inspector, traditionally called Clerk-of-Works. As projects
become more complex, it becomes necessary for a construction supervision
group to do the full-time inspection at the project site.

1.4 The Construction Supervision Group (CSG) is normally recommended by the

Architect based on their performance, and hired by the Owner. They are
answerable to both the Owner and Architect.

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

2.1 Quality Control

2.2 Evaluation of Construction Work

2.3 Preparation of Daily Inspection Reports

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2.4 Filing of documents The multiplier ranges from 1.5 to 2.5 depending on the office set-up,
overhead and experience of the Architect and the complexity of the Project.
The detailed tasks shall be as specified under the Architect’s Guidelines.
Other items such as cost of transportation, living and housing allowances of
3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES foreign consultants, out-of-town living and housing allowances of the local
consultants and the like, are all to be charged to the Client. At the start of the
There are two ways by which the Architect may enter into contract with the Owner: commission, the Architect shall make known to the Client the rate of
professionals and personnel who will be assigned to the Project and the
3.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting Architect multiplier that has to be applied before agreeing on this method of
for fulltime supervision services or as the Construction Supervision Group compensation.
(CSG). As the Architect-of-record (Aor) of the project, the Aor is in a better FORMULA
position to interpret his drawings and documents and to assure conformity by
the Contractor. He can assign his staff to undertake the fulltime supervisory Assume:
work to perform the works as enumerated in the Architect’s Guidelines.
A= Architect’s rate / hour
3.2 Working as Consulting Architect for fulltime supervision services only or as C= Consultant’s rate / hour
the CSG.
T= Rate per hour of Technical Staff, Inspectors and others involved in the Project
4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION
AN, CN, TN = No. of hours spent by Architect, Consultants and Technical Staff
The Architect’s compensation is based on the Architect’s / architectural firm’s M= Multiplier to account for overhead and reasonable profit. The value may range
talents, skill, experience, and on the type and level of professional services provided. from 1.5 to 2.5 depending on the set-up of the Architect’s office and the
Compensation for Fulltime Supervision Services may be based on one or more of complexity of the Project.
the following:
R= Reimbursable expenses such as transportation, housing and living allowance of
4.1 Percentage (%) of Project Construction Cost (PCC) Consultant, transportation, per diem, housing and living allowance of local
consultants and technical staff if assigned to places over 100km. from area of
The Architect’s Fee for Fulltime Supervision as based on the PPC shall be operation of the Architect.
detailed in the Architect’s Guidelines.
Cost of printing of extra set of drawings, reports, maps, contract documents, etc.
4.2 Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses over the seven (7) copies submitted to the Client, overseas and long distance
calls, technical and laboratory tests, licenses, fees, taxes and similar cost items
This cost-based method of compensation is applicable only to non-creative needed by the Project.
work such as accounting, secretarial, research, data gathering, preparation of Direct cost = AN + CN + TN
reports and the like. This method of compensation is based on technical
hours spent and does not account for creative work since the value of Fee = Direct Cost x M
creative design cannot be measured by the length of time the designer has
spent on his work. The computation is made by adding all costs of technical Total Cost of Service charged to Client = Fee + R
services (man hours x rate) and then multiplying it by a multiplier to cover
overhead and profit.

This method of compensation is frequently used where there is continuing 6.1 The Construction Supervision Group (CSG) is responsible to the Owner only
relationship involving a series of Projects. It establishes a fixed sum over and for administrative matters. For technical matters, the CSG is responsible to
above the reimbursement for the Architect’s technical time and overhead. An the Architect-of-record (Aor).
agreement on the general scope of the work is necessary in order to set an
equitable fee. 6.2 Under Article 1723 of the present Civil Code, the CSG may appear not to
have any legal responsibility since the Architect-of-record (Aor) and
4.4 Lump Sum or Fixed Fee Engineers-of-record (Eors) are responsible for the design while the Contractor
is responsible for the construction. However, a Service Contract / Agreement
This method may be applied to government projects since they entail more between the CSG and the Owner may stipulate certain professional
paper work and time-consuming efforts. responsibilities and civil liabilities of the CSG, particularly if the CSG is party
to the review of the Contract Documents and their subsequent evaluation and
4.5 Per Diem, Honorarium Plus Reimbursable Expenses interpretation during the course of construction.

In some cases a Client may request an Architect to do work which will require 6.3 If the Aor (and Eors) and the Contractor are sued by an Owner for civil
his personal time such as: liabilities due to the performance or non-performance of certain acts traceable
to the CSG, the Aor and Eors may file cross claims against the CSG.
7.18.1 attending project-related meetings, conferences or trips;
7.18.2 conducting ocular inspection of possible project sites; and 7. QUALIFICATIONS
7.18.3 conferring with others regarding prospective investments or ventures
and the like. Inspectors of the Construction Supervision Group (CSG) must have:

For these particular activities, the Architect as agent of the Owner may be 7.1 A Bachelor of Science in Architecture (B.S. Arch.) degree
paid on a per diem and honorarium basis plus out-of-pocket expenses such
as but not limited to travel, accommodations and subsistence. 7.2 Extensive experience in design and building construction and must be very
knowledgeable in building materials and construction detailing.
4.6 Mixed Methods of Compensation

The SPP provides for more than one method of compensation on a project.
Each project should be examined to determine the most appropriate method
of compensation.

5. LIMITATION OF AUTHORITY

5.1 The Construction Supervision Group (CSG), which may be a qualified

architectural firm, or which the Architect is only part of, shall not assume the
responsibility of the Contractor’s project superintendent.

5.2 The CSG shall not make decisions on matters that are the sole responsibility
of the Architect-of-record (Aor).

7.5 The Architect may be engaged as the Building Administrator and/or Property 2.1.4 Business Development and Management. The Architect shall:
Manager of a commercial, industrial, residential or institutional building, facility a. Innovate schemes to attain maximum building occupancy
or complex to maximize the lifespan of the building/s in order to produce the
maximum economic return. b. Bill the tenants for rentals and utilities (electricity, water, telephone,
cable, gas and other/ related dues)
8. SCOPE OF SERVICES
2.2 Post-Construction Evaluation
8.1 Building and Facilities Administration
2.2.2 Upon the request of the Owner, the Architect shall:
8.1.1 Building Maintenance. The Architect shall: a. evaluate the initial design program vs. the actual use of the facility;
a. See to it that the building and all the parts thereof (structure, b. determine the effectiveness of the various building systems and the
plumbing, electrical, partitions, finishes, etc.) are all in good materials systems in use;
condition.
c. assist the proper third parties in evaluating the functional
b. Formulate and enforce rules for the proper use of the building and effectiveness of the design and construction process undertaken,
facility, particularly in the common areas and the emergency/ and
egress/ exit areas. d. study, research, and give solutions to any discovered/ emerging/
evolving defects and failures such as shrinkage, water seepage
c. Monitor security services, and and other problems in the building. This is referred to as “forensic
investigation” of the building’s systems (Reference Doc 203).

8.3 Comprehensive Architectural Services refers to the range of professional

services that covers Pre-design Services, Regular Design Services,
Specialized Architectural Services, Construction Services and Post-
Construction Services.

8.4 In this extended dimension, the Architect is the prime professional. He

functions as creator, author, and coordinator of the building design which
becomes the basis for the construction of a project. In order for him to be able
to properly assist and serve his Client, the Architect has to be knowledgeable
in other fields in addition to building design.

8.5 The Architect is not expected to perform all the services. Rather, he is to act
as the agent of the Client in procuring and coordinating the necessary
services required by a project.

9. SCOPE OF COMPREHENSIVE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES

9.1 Pre-Design Services (SPP Document 201)

9.1.1 Consultation

9.1.2 Pre-Feasibility Studies

9.1.3 Feasibility Studies

9.1.7 Architectural Programming 9.3.7 Historic and Cultural Heritage Conservation and Planning
9.3.8 Security Evaluation and Planning
9.1.8 Space Planning
9.3.9 Building Systems Design
9.1.9 Space Management Studies
9.3.10 Facilities Maintenance Support
9.1.10 Value Management
9.3.11 Building Testing and Commissioning
9.1.11 Design Brief Preparation
9.3.12 Building Environmental Certification
9.1.12 Promotional Services
9.3.13 Forensic Architecture
9.2 Regular Design Services (SPP Document 202)
9.3.14 Building Appraisal
9.2.1 Project Definition Phase
9.3.15 Preliminary Services
9.2.2 Schematic Design Phase
9.3.16 Contract Documentation and Review
9.2.3 Design Development Phase
9.3.17 Post-Design Services (including Construction Management
9.2.4 Contract Documents Phase Services)

9.2.5 Bidding or Negotiation Phase 9.3.18 Dispute Avoidance and Resolution

9.2.6 Construction Phase 9.3.19 Architectural Research Methods

9.3 Specialized Architectural Services (SPP Document 203) 9.3.20 Special Building/ Facility Planning and Design

9.3.1 Architectural Interiors (AI) 9.3.21 Building Components

9.3.2 Acoustic Design 9.3.22 Management of Architectural Practices

9.3.3 Architectural Lighting Layout and Design 9.4 Construction Services

9.3.4 Site Development Planning (SDP) 9.4.1 Fulltime Supervision Services (SPP Document 204-A)

9.5.2 Post-Construction Evaluation 4.1.5 The Project Manager (PM)’s primary responsibility is the exercise of
overall cost control. He will plan, program and monitor the various
activities, and will act as an adviser on material costs and construction
10. PROJECT MANAGEMENT (PM) methods.

10.1 By his education and training, the Architect may perform any or all of the 4.2 Scope of Services
services as stipulated under Section 2 above. However, when the Owner
hires an Architect or a firm to coordinate the whole range of Comprehensive 4.2.1 Pre-Construction Phase
Architectural Services (CAS), this constitutes Project Management (PM).
As early as during the design development phase, perhaps even
10.2 Project Management (PM) involves management activities over and above concurrently with the Architect’s commission, the Project Manager
the normal architectural and engineering (A&E) services carried out during (PM) should conduct regular consultations with the Owner and with the
the pre-design, design and construction phase. The over-all objective is to Architects and Engineers (for A&E services) on all aspects of planning
have control over time, cost and quality relative to the construction of a for the project.
project.
4.2.2 Construction Phase
10.3 The presence of a PM does not relieve the designers and contractors of their
respective normal duties and responsibilities in the design and construction of If the Project Manager (PM) also serves as the Construction Manager
the project. The PM complements the functions of the Architects, Engineers (CM) to oversee time, cost and quality control during the construction
and Contractors in meeting the broad and complex requirements of projects. of the project, he shall provide the services detailed under SPP
Documents 204-A and/or 204-B.

11. THE PROJECT MANAGER (PM) 12. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

11.1 The Project Manager (PM, whether individual or firm) operates as a 12.1 Normally, the Architect enters into a contract with the Owner to perform
member of an Owner-Architect-Engineer-Contractor Team. In the Team comprehensive architectural services. By the very nature of the services, he
Approach, each member of the team will have precedence in his own field of assumes the dual role of the Project Manager (PM) and the Construction
operations or expertise. In accordance with this principle: Manager (CM), or effectively the overall coordinator whose functions are
outlined under this SPP.
4.1.1 The Architect and the Specialist Consultants (SCs) will have prime
responsibility for the plan/design of the project. 12.2 To perform the variety of services indicated under the Comprehensive
Architectural Services, the Architect must make full use of his own capability
4.1.2 The Engineers will be responsible for their respective engineering as well as of services offered by other professionals. He may expand his staff
plans. by hiring the experts needed, or he may form a team consisting of
professionals such as but not limited to:

12.2.4 Accountants
1. INTRODUCTION
12.2.5 General Contractors
1.1 In any building project, there is need to balance the elements of time, quality
12.2.6 Real Estate Consultants and cost, which, in many cases, can best be achieved by the Architect
performing Design-Build Services.
12.2.7 Sociologists
1.2 The building industry and the architectural profession have devised several
12.2.8 Planners methods of project delivery with the ultimate goal of handling projects in the
shortest possible time, at the lowest possible cost and at an acceptable
12.2.9 Bankers quality and performance.

12.2.10 Lawyers 1.3 An Architect with his education, training and expertise qualifies him to take a
direct role in the project, from conceptualization to implementation.
12.3 If a Project Manager (PM) is hired by the Owner, it may be the responsibility
of the PM to either hire the Construction Manager (CM) to be paid either by 1.4 Design-Build Services simplifies and expedites the process of project delivery
him or directly by the Owner on salary, or on the basis of percentage of while providing creative cost-effective solutions.
construction cost or to serve as the CM himself. In like manner, the Fulltime
Supervisor can either be a staff member of the PM or hired directly by the 1.5 The Architect renders professional services in the implementation of his
Owner. design. In Design-Build Services, he assumes the professional responsibility
and civil liability for both the design and the construction of the project.
13. METHOD OF COMPENSATION
2. SCOPE OF DESIGN-BUILD SERVICES
13.1 The Project Manager is compensated on a percentage basis, as shall be
described in the Architect’s Guidelines. 2.1 Design-Build Services by Administration

13.2 If the Architect as Project Manager (PM) performs regular design services for The scope of Design-Build Services by Administration includes the Architect’s
the same project, he shall be compensated separately for these services as Regular Design Services (reference SPP Document 202) namely:
stipulated in SPP Document 202.
2.1.1 Project Definition Phase

2.1.2 Schematic Design Phase

2.1.3 Design Development Phase

2.1.5 Construction Phase 2.2.3 The project construction cost is guaranteed by the Architect not to
exceed Ten Percent (10%) of the estimated project construction cost.
When the various phases of design services are completed, the Should the actual cost exceed the estimated project construction cost
Construction Phase goes beyond periodic inspection and assessment plus Ten Percent (10%), the Architect shall be liable for the excess
to include the following: amount but only up to the amount of his administration Fee.

a. Preparation of schedule of work, program and estimates of 2.2.4 Should there be additional expenditures beyond the guaranteed
materials, labor, transportation, equipment and services as maximum project construction cost which are due to legitimate
reference for the construction. change/variation orders (CVOs), extra work orders (EWOs),
substantial escalation of prices of the costs of materials or labor as
b. Organization and hiring of construction personnel, designation of evidenced by data certified by a nationally recognized agency such as
duties and remunerations the National Economic Development Authority (NEDA), or to other
causes not attributable to the fault of the Architect, the additional costs
c. Negotiation and entering into contract with piecework contractors shall be borne by the Owner/ Client.
and evaluation of work accomplishments
14. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES
d. Procurement of materials, plants and equipment, licenses and
permits 4.5 The Architect may be involved in construction, including that of his own
design, by adopting an arrangement different from the general way of bidding
e. Authorizing and undertaking payments of accounts out projects to constructors, or from the different modes of Design-Build
Services (DBS). Such an arrangement may take the form of any of the
f. Keeping records and books of accounts following:

g. Negotiation with Government and private agencies having 4.5.1 The Architect is part of or a member of the entity constructing his
jurisdiction over the project, and design. He works in tandem with or has authorized an entity to
construct his design.
h. Management of all other business transactions related to the
project construction / implementation. 4.5.2 The Architect is himself a State-licensed contractor implementing his
design (or that of others).
2.2 Design-Build Services with Guaranteed Maximum Project Construction
Cost 4.6 In adopting any of the above arrangements, or any acceptable variation
thereof, the Architect must strictly adhere to the following: :
2.2.1 This method is essentially the same as Design-Build Services by
Administration except that the Owner/ Client is provided a guaranteed 4.6.1 The Architect must retain his separate / distinct professional identity,
maximum project construction cost for the construction of the project. prerogatives and integrity as an Architect, and is therefore subject to
the standards and tenets of the SPP, particularly Document 200,
2.2.2 The Owner/ Client is given an estimate of the project, and upon otherwise known as the Code of Ethical Conduct and SPP Document
completion, if there is realized savings from the estimated project 202.

5. METHOD OF COMPENSATION The purpose of this SPP for Architectural Design Competition (ADC) is to state the
principles upon which competitions are based and by which Promoters/ Owners
5.1 The manner of payment to the Architect follows the progress of construction. should be guided in organizing ADCs. It has been drawn up in the interest of both
All costs for labor and materials are paid directly by the Client. The Architect Project Proponents/ Owners and Competitors.
does not advance any money for payment of expenditures connected with the
work. Generally, a revolving fund is given to the Architect beforehand and is 2. DEFINITIONS
accounted for and subject to periodic auditing by the Client.
2.1 Owner - The person or organization who undertakes or promotes an ADC with
5.2 Cost of all permits, licenses and other incidentals to the work are paid by the the primary objective of obtaining excellence in design for a project or for a
Owner/ Client. development concept. The Owner issues the invitation to Architects to submit
plans/designs in accordance with a program and finances the ADC.
5.3 The Architect may appoint, subject to the Owner/ Client’s approval, a
construction superintendent, purchasing agent, timekeeper and property clerk 2.2 Jury - The people appointed by the Owner to assess the entries to the
aside from the usual labor personnel required. Salaries of such persons are competition. The members of the Jury are called Jurors. It consists of a
paid by the Owner/ Client and not deductible from the Architect’s Fee under majority of registered and licensed architects (RLAs, hereinafter referred to as
this SPP. “Architect/s”) assisted by a lay Juror to represent and voice the intention of
the Owner. They are nominated by the Owner and approved by the integrated
5.4 The method of compensation may be modified by using the relevant and accredited professional organization of architects (IAPOA).
alternatives detailed in SPP Doc. 202.
2.3 Professional Advisor – An Architect nominated by the Owner and approved by
IAPoA to organize the ADC on behalf of the Owner.

2.4 Technical Advisors – Specialist personnel who may be consulted by the

Jurors during the conduct of the ADC to permit them to obtain all necessary
relevant information.

2.5 Competition Secretariat – The body formed by the Owner and approved by
the Professional Advisor, to assist the Professional Advisor and the Jury in the
administrative conduct of the ADC

2.6 Classification of Architectural Design Competitions (ADCs)

a. Project ADCs for actual Projects proposed for implementation. 4.1 It is essential that the ANONYMITY of competitors should be maintained until
the final judgment of the competition. In the interest of the competition
b. Ideas Competition or competition of ideas set as a design and system, rigorous measures should be taken to ensure that this principle is
planning exercise to elucidate a problem. adhered to.

2.6.2 Project ADCs may be conducted in a single stage or two (2)-stage 4.2 The ADC conditions, including the program of requirements of a National ADC
manner. It may either be open or limited by invitation. shall be identical for all competitors.

2.6.3 Project ADCs shall be further classified according to degree of 4.3 The conditions for National ADC, whether single or two (2)-stage, upon or
complexity based on project classification i.e. under SPP Document limited shall state clearly:
202.
4.3.1 the purpose of the ADC and the intentions of the Owner.
2.7 Conditions – The full conditions include the program, instructions on
submission of entries, site plans, entry forms and official envelopes and 4.3.2 the nature of the problem to be solved.
labels. These are drawn up by the Professional Advisor.
4.3.3 all the requirements to be met by Competitors.
2.8 SPP on ADC – refers to the Philippine Standard of Professional Practice
(SPP) on Architectural Design Competitions (ADC). 4.4 A clear distinction shall be made between the mandatory requirements of the
Conditions and those which permit the competitor freedom of interpretation,
2.9 IAPOA ADC Committee – appointed by the IAPOA National President to which should be as wide as possible. All competition entries shall be
oversee all architectural design competitions (ADCs) referred to the IAPOA. submitted in a manner to be prescribed in the Conditions.

3. IAPOA APPROVAL 4.5 The information supplied to competitors (social, economic, technical,
geographical and topographical, etc.) must be specific and not open to
3.1 Before any official announcement is made by the Owner, a written approval of misinterpretation. Supplementary information and instructions approved by
the draft Conditions, including the timetable, The ADC registration fee (when the Jury may be issued by the Owner to all Competitors selected to proceed
required) and membership of the Jury shall have been received in writing by to the second (2nd) stage of a two (2)-stage competition.
the Owner from the IAPOA through the ADC Committee.
4.6 The Conditions shall state the number, nature, scale and dimensions of the
3.2 Notice of a National Architectural Design Competition (ADC) shall be issued documents, plans or models required and the terms of acceptance of such
by the Owner and/or the IAPOA ADC Committee Secretariat with a request documents or models. Where an estimate of cost is required this must be
for publication in technical journals or through other media at their disposal, presented in standard form as set out in the Condition.
simultaneously if possible to enable those interested to apply for the
competition. Such an announcement shall state where and how the ADC 5. PROFESSIONAL ADVISOR
documents may be obtained and that the ADC conditions have received the
requisite IAPOA approval. 5.1 A Professional Advisor should be appointed and paid by the Owner and
approved by the IAPOA National Board of Directors (NBD) thru its ADC
Committee. His role is the supervision of the conduct of the ADC and the
preparation of the Conditions. His function includes insuring that the ADC

6.1 The Jury shall be set up before the official announcement of the competition. 6.11 The Jury shall disqualify any design which does not conform to the mandatory
Their names and those of the reserve members of the Jury shall be stated in requirements, instructions or Conditions for the ADC.
the Conditions.
6.12 The Jury must make awards. The awards shall be final and made public by a
6.2 The Jurors are appointed by the Owner and approved by the IAPOA, which date agreed on with the IAPOA and stated in the competitions. The Jury,
shall assist the Owner in the selection of the Jury members. when distributing the awards, shall make full use of the amount set aside for
prizes in the ADC Conditions.
6.3 The Jury shall be composed of the smallest reasonable number of persons
and in any event should be an odd number and should not exceed seven (7). 6.13 The fees and travel and subsistence expenses of the Jury members shall be
The majority of them shall be Architects i.e. 4 out of 7. paid by the Owner.

6.4 To ensure correct conduct of the competition, at least one of the Architect- 7. PERSONS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ENTRY TO THE ADC
Jurors shall represent the IAPOA.
7.1 No member of the Jury will be allowed to take part in the competition, either
6.5 There should not be more than one (1) representative of the Owner included directly or indirectly, nor be commissioned with work connected with the prize-
in the Jury. winning design either directly or indirectly.

6.6 It is essential that all Jurors be present at all meetings of the Jury. 7.2 No member of the promoting body nor any associate or employee, nor any
person concerned with the preparation or organization of the ADC will be
6.7 Each Juror shall see the Conditions before they are made available to eligible to compete or assist a Competitor.
Competitors.
8. PRIZES, HONORARIA AND MENTIONS
6.8 The decisions of the Jury shall be taken by a majority vote, with a separate
vote on each competition plan/design submitted. The list of ADC awards 8.1 The Conditions must state the amount and number of prizes. The prizes
including the Jury’s report to the Owner shall be signed by all Jurors before awarded must be related to the size and complexity of the project, the amount
the Jury is dissolved and one copy of this document shall be sent to the of work involved and the expense incurred by Competitors.
IAPOA.
8.2 It is important for the Owner to allot adequate prize money to compensate all
6.9 In a two (2)-stage competition, the same Jury should judge both stages of the the Competitors for their work. For Ideas Competition only, it may be the sole
competition. In no case may a competition that has received IAPOA approval remuneration received by the first (1st) prize winner.
as a single-stage competition proceed to a second (2nd) stage except with
IAPOA approval of the Conditions and the arrangements for payment of 8.3 The Owner undertakes to accept the decisions of the Jury and to pay the

8.7 In Project ADCs, the award of first prize to a plan/design places the Owner 10.1 As soon as they have received details of the architectural design competition
under an obligation to entrust the Author of the plan/design with the (ADC), all Competitors shall register with the Owner. Registration implies
commission for the Project. If the winning Competitor is unable to satisfy the acceptance of the Conditions of the ADC.
Jury of his ability to carry out the plan/ design work, the Jury may require the
winner to collaborate with another Architect of the winning Competitor’s 10.2 The Owner shall issue to all Competitors all the necessary documentation for
choice, duly approved by the Jury and Owner. preparing their plans/designs. Where the furnishing of such documentation is
conditional on payment of a deposit, unless otherwise stated, such a deposit
8.8 In Project ADCs, provisions shall be made in the ADC Conditions for the first shall be returned to Competitors who submit a bona fide plan/ design.
prize winner to receive compensation of a further sum equal to the amount of
the first prize, if no contract has been signed within twelve (12) months of the 10.3 The names of those Competitors selected to proceed to the second (2nd)
announcement of the Jury’s award. In so compensating the first prize winner, stage of a two (2)-stage competition shall be made public only under
the Owner does not acquire the right to carry out the project except with the exceptional conditions to be agreed on by the Jury before the launching of the
collaboration of its Author. ADC.

8.9 In an Ideas Competition, if the Owner decides to make use of all or part of the 11. INSURANCE
winning scheme, he should do so with the collaboration of the Author. The
terms of collaboration must be acceptable to the latter. 11.1 The Owner shall insure the Competitors’ plans/ designs from the time when
he assumes responsibility for them and for the duration of his responsibility.
The amount of such insurance shall be stated in the Conditions.

14.2 The Jury members are the sole arbiters at all stages, up to the final prize- 15.3 The said document contained a comprehensive coverage of provisions in
giving. consonance with national policies and compatible with norms of accepted
professional practices, was seen as a much needed vehicle by which the
14.3 In the event of a dispute, not related to the adjudication process or awarding Filipino professionals can accelerate their contribution to national
of the prizes, the matter shall be settled by an arbitration process approved by development.
the IAPOA, and without initial recourse to any form of litigation.
15.4 Three decades hence, it has become urgent to re-visit this document in light
14.4 The expenses resulting from any conciliation, mediation or arbitration, of the influx of foreign consultants (FCs) and the proliferation of entities
procedure shall be shared by the two (2) interested parties to the ADR projecting themselves as “consultants” even without the adequate skills,
proceeding. training, and experience required for rendering competent services. This
necessity does not spring only from narrow professional needs, but more
significantly it underscores the need for utilizing qualified Filipino
professionals in the comprehensive development of our country.

16.1 The Government of the Republic of the Philippines, through its various 16.6 The disproportionate inflow versus outflow of expertise is becoming more
departments, agencies, instrumentalities, institutions and entities, as well as and more serious. This means a tremendous loss to the country in terms of
the private sector and civil society organizations and representatives of the educational costs. More significantly, the country is deprived of returning
international community (with projects on Philippine soil), regularly select, Filipino RLPs’ contributions to the country’s comprehensive development.
commission or engage the services of professional consultants to achieve
maximum efficiency, economy and expediency in the preparation of 16.7 The professional competence of Filipino Professional Consultants (FPCs),
program/project concepts, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies, project specifically Professional Consulting Architects (PCAs) is well established and
evaluations, design and plan preparation, management and other related adequate to meet the country’s requirements. In fact, in many cases, foreign
activities. consultants depend largely on the expertise and information furnished by
FPCs, specially of PCAs
16.2 Moreover, one important strategy for strengthening national capability in the
various fields of consulting services is the full utilization of local expertise, 16.8 The primary purpose of this SPP is to complement existing professional
which in turn generates conditions for increased nationally-evolved scientific regulatory laws (PRLs) governing the practice of State-regulated professions,
and technological knowledge specifically architecture, as governed by R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act
of 2004) and its derivative regulations, and other pertinent laws such as R. A.

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The 2010 Standards of Professional Practice (SPP) The 2010 Standards of Professional Practice (SPP)
Approved 27 July 2010 as the Supplemental IRR of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) 79 of 94 Approved 27 July 2010 as the Supplemental IRR of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) 80 of 94
No. 8293 known as the “Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines” and its
IRR, R. A. No. 9184 known as “Government Procurement Reform Act 17.5 A nurturing environment that will encourage Filipino professional consultants
(GPRA) of 2003” and its IRR (latest as of 2009), or as defined by the Code of (i.e. RLA-PCAs) to practice, further develop and/or extend their services in
Ethical Standard (CES), other Standards of Professional Practice (SPPs) and the country rather than abroad, and propel them to the same level as, if not to
other related laws, policies, rules and regulations approved and implemented greater heights than, their counterparts in the global market;
by the Commission and/or other concerned government entities. Therefore,
nothing in this SPP on Professional Architectural Consulting Services (PACS) 18. DECLARATION OF POLICY
must unduly affect the said laws, policies, rules and regulations, and the CES
and SPPs. 18.1 All accredited professional organizations (APOs) are committed to abide by,
advocate, and steadfastly uphold the ideals enunciated under Section 14,
17. OBJECTIVES Article XII of the 1987 Constitution of the Philippines which states that, “The
sustained development of a reservoir of national talents consisting of Filipino
17.1 By law, Professional Consulting Architects (PCAs) must first be registered scientists, entrepreneurs, professionals, managers, high-level technical
and licensed Architects (RLAs). As such, the standards and parameters, to manpower and skilled workers and craftsmen in all fields shall be promoted
which PCAs who offer and/or make their services available, are adhered to in by the State. The State shall encourage appropriate technology and regulate
order to develop and nurture the competencies, credibility and integrity of its transfer for the national benefit. The practice of all professions in the
PCAs in their respective fields/areas of specialization; Philippines shall be limited to Filipino citizens, save in cases prescribed
by law xxx”. (emphases and underscoring supplied)
17.2 Scope, type and nature of professional architectural consulting services
(PACS) that only RLA-PCAs shall be allowed to extend or perform for the 18.2 It shall be mandatory upon all State-registered and licensed professionals
Government, for the private sector and CSOs and for members of the (RLPs) such as RLAs, to strictly adhere to their respective policies and
international community (with projects on Philippine soil), relative to or in standards of professional practice (SPPs) within the framework and in support
connection with any aspect of comprehensive development at all levels – of the constitutional provision stated therein, including and most especially
national, regional and/or local, are defined; within the bounds of the scope of practice of each profession as defined by
their respective professional regulatory laws (PRLs) such as R.A. No. 9266
17.3 Full compliance with the applicable advisories and guidelines on the slection, and its derivative regulations.
commissioning and engagement of foreign architects and/or foreign
consultants (FCs) for projects and services on Philippine soil, promulgated 19. DEFINITION OF TERMS
and/or prescribed by the Commission and/or the Professional Regulatory
Board of Architecture (PRBoA), through the integrated and accredited 19.1 Comprehensive Development
professional organization of Architects (IAPoA), as a measure to stimulate the
local market for Filipino professional consultants (i.e. RLA-PCAs) and to refers to the holistic and progressive growth and advancement of a
protect and level the field of professional practice between and among RLAs community, province, region and nation inclusive of their respective
and FAs/FCs; economic, social, physical, environmental and institutional sectors.

17.4 Application by Filipino Architects (i.e. RLA-PCAs) of their familiarity with local 19.2 Consortium or Association
physical, social (e.g. educational, health, historical and cultural), economic,
business, and institutional (e.g. political, governance, administrative and refers to a coalition of purely Filipino professional consultants (i.e. RLA-PCAs)
legal) and environmental conditions in relation to the practice of their or consulting firm/s (i.e. SEC- and/or PRC-registered architectural firms/
profession towards the attainment of a sustainable and comprehensive RAFs); or Filipino professional consultants (i.e. RLA-PCAs) or consulting
development; and firm/s (i.e. RAFs) in collaboration with foreign professional consultant/s and/or

(see Filipino Professional Consulting Architect or FPCA) 19.10.2 identifiable communication expenses, such as long-distance
telephone, telegraph, internet, short messaging system (SMS), cable,
19.4 Consultant, Foreign express charge, postage, etc.;

(see Foreign Consultant or FC) 19.10.3 services directly applicable to the contracted architectural consulting
work, such as special legal and accounting expenses, computer
19.5 Consulting Architect (PCA), Professional rental and programming costs, special consultants, borings,
(see Professional Consulting Architect or PCA) laboratory charges, commercial printing and bindings and similar
costs that are not applicable to general overhead;
19.6 Consulting Agreement
19.10.4 identifiable expenses for supplies and materials charged to the project
means a binding covenant or understanding entered into by a professional at hand, as distinguished from such supplies and expenses applicable
consulting architect (PCA) and/or consulting firm (i.e. RAF only) with an to two or more projects;
Owner/ Client, whether in Government, private sector or CSO or the
international community (with projects on Philippine soil), that provides such 19.10.5 Identifiable reproduction costs applicable to the work, such as blue-
terms and conditions mutually agreed upon by the parties, under which printing, mimeographing, printing, etc.;
specific work, study or joint venture requiring special or technical skills and
expertise, shall be undertaken These also include expenses, which seldom can be determined in advance
with any invoice costs, plus a service charge as may be mutually agreed upon
19.7 Consulting Architectural Firm (CAF) by the professional consulting architect (PCA) and his Client, and in
accordance with the Architect’s Guidelines.
refers to an architectural corporation, association, group or partnership duly
registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or other 19.11 Filipino Professional Consulting Architect (FPCA)
concerned government regulatory agency or instrumentality or to a single
proprietorship duly registered with the Department of Trade and Industry refers to a Filipino citizen, a natural person who possesses the qualifications
(DTI), and likewise registered with the Commission/ Board to perform State- of a Filipino Professional Consultant (FPC) as hereafter defined; the FPCA
regulated architectural services such as professional architectural consulting must be a Philippine-registered and licensed architect (RLA) and must be a
services (PACS) as herein defined. member in good standing of the IAPoA; the FPCA must also be a RLA
specializing in any or several branch/es of the State-regulated profession of
19.8 Cost, Total Project (see Project Cost) architecture as defined under R.A. No. 9266 and its derivative regulations; if
the FPCA signs and seals architectural documents, he then becomes an
19.9 Cost, Salary (see Salary Cost) Architect-of-record (Aor) for a project and thereby assumes the attendant
professional responsibilities and civil liabilities consistent with the provisions
19.10 Direct Costs or Reimbursable Expenses under valid and subsisting laws.

19.12.1 satisfies the definition of a Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) as 19.14.1 provisions for office, light, air-conditioning, and similar items for
hereafter provided; working space;

19.12.2 has acquired a permit to work and/ or do business in the Philippines 19.14.2 depreciation allowances or rental of furniture, equipment and
in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Commission instruments;
Guidelines for the Registration of Foreign Professionals (Res. No. 98-
547); has acquired a temporary/special permit (TSP) to engage in the 19.14.3 vehicle and travel-related expenses;
practice of any branch of architecture for any project on Philippine soil
in full accordance with the pertinent Board Resolutions implementing 19.14.4 office supplies;
Secs. 37 and 38 of R.A. No. 9266;
19.14.5 taxes and insurances other than those included as salary cost;
19.12.3 is allowed by the Department of Labor and Employment (DoLE),
Bureau of Immigration and Deportation (BID) and other concerned 19.14.6 library and periodical expenses and other means of keeping abreast
regulatory agencies and/or instrumentalities of government to practice with new developments and/or technologies;
the State-regulated profession of architecture in the Philippines, under
pertinent laws, rules and regulations; and 19.14.7 executive, administrative, accounting, legal, stenographic, and clerical
salaries and expenses, other than those that are identifiable as
19.12.4 is a registered and/or licensed professional architect in his own salaries including reimbursable non-salary expenses, plus salaries or
country of origin (and/or country of residence/practice, as applicable). imputed salaries of partners and principals to the extent that they
perform general executive and administrative services as
19.13 Multiplier distinguished from technical or advisory services directly applicable to
particular projects; these services and expenses, essential to the
refers to a factor which compensates the Professional Consulting Architect conduct of the business, includes preliminary arrangements for new
(PCA) for the following items: projects or assignments, and interest on borrowed capital;

19.13.1 overhead costs of the office; 19.14.8 business development expenses, including salaries of principals and
salary costs of employees so engaged; and
19.13.2 fringe benefits and social charges;
19.14.9 provision for loss of productive time of technical employees between
19.13.3 fee for contingencies; assignments, and for time of principals and employees on public
interest assignments
19.13.4 interest on capital reserves; and
19.15 Professional Consulting Architect (PCA)
19.13.5 profit
refers to any person, whether natural or juridical, duly licensed, registered
The “multiplier” varies according to the types of architectural consulting work, and/or duly accredited by the Commission. This also refers to a person,
the organization and experience of the Professional Consulting Architect whether natural or juridical, duly certified/recognized by the concerned APO
(PCA) and the geographic area in which his office is located. under the PTC or CBNE as one who possesses the appropriate knowledge

19.18 Project Cost 20.6 documentation;

means the total cost of the project which includes but is not limited to 20.7 conduct of pre-investment/pre-feasibility and feasibility studies;
construction cost, fees for professional services, the cost of land, right-of-way
(ROW), legal, administrative and other related expenses of the client. 20.8 marketing and promotional studies;

20.9 land use and multi-sectoral development planning, development and

19.19 Reimbursable Expenses (see Direct Costs) management;

19.20 Salary Cost 20.10 site selection, analyses, evaluation, ranking and development;

means the cost of salaries (including sick leave, vacation, holiday and 20.11 construction;
incentive pay applicable thereto) of professional consultants for the time
directly chargeable to the projects; plus excise, and payroll taxes as well as 20.12 Project/ Construction Management and/or Administration;
all other imposable taxes/duties; and contributions for social security and
insurance benefits. 20.13 post-construction evaluation

20.14 monitoring and evaluation;

20.15 training, capability building and Continuing Professional Education (CPE);

and

A Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) must possess all of the following 22.3 For Government projects, the selection of PCAs shall be in accordance with
qualifications: the relevant provisions of R. A. No. 9184, otherwise known as the
Government Procurement Reform Act (GPRA) of 2003.
21.1 if a natural person, must be a citizen of the Philippines who is a duly
registered and licensed Architect (RLA), a holder of a valid identification (ID) 23. MANNER OF PROVIDING PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTING
card-license issued by the Commission and a member in good standing of the SERVICES (PACS)
IAPOA;
A Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) may provide services directly or
21.2 if a juridical person, a consulting firm that must be a partnership or indirectly to the Client in the manner prescribed, suggested or promulgated by the
corporation duly registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission Commission/Board through the IAPOA.
(SEC) or a sole proprietorship that is a duly registered with the Department of
Trade and Industry (DTI), respectively and/or any other concerned regulatory 24. COMPENSATION OF PACS
agency/ies of government; in addition, the consulting firm must possess a
valid Commission certificate to operate as a registered architectural firm 24.1 The computation of the compensation of fees for professional architectural
(RAF) in full accordanance with R.A. No. 9266 and its derivative regulations; consulting services (PACS) shall depend on the type of services to be
rendered and the conditions under which they are to be performed;
21.3 Must have the minimum years of active and relevant professional training and
experience in the chosen field/s of specialization as may be determined by 24.2 Compensation for PACS that require only one kind of
the IAPOA and the PRBoA/ Commission; expertise/specialization or related types of expertise shall be treated
differently from those services that require the use of more than one type of
21.4 Endorsed and certified by the IAPOA as a member in good standing; and expertise;

21.5 Has never been convicted of any criminal or administrative offense related to 24.3 Compensation and allowances shall be comparable with foreign consulting
deliberate wrongdoing. service compensation standards;

22. SELECTION OF PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING ARCHITECTS (PCAs) 24.4 For the same scope of work, there shall be no disparity in the compensation
between Filipino professional consulting Architects (FPCAs) and their foreign
Clients shall consider the following criteria or general guidelines in the selection of consultant (FC) counterparts;
Professional Consulting Architects (PCAs):
24.5 Professional Consulting Architects (PCAs) shall adhere to and be governed
22.1 The major consideration in hiring the services of a Professional Consulting by the relevant provisions pertaining to compensation as provided for under
Architect (PCA) is his/her qualifications as herein provided such as the Codes of Ethical Conduct (CEC) and the other Standards of Professional
competence, capabilities and integrity; Practice (SPP);

22.2 Only duly-qualified Filipino professional consulting Architects (FPCAs) shall 24.6 All entities, whether in the Government, private sector or CSOs and the
render architectural consulting services in areas or fields of architectural international community (with projects on Philippine soil) shall respect and

_____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________
The 2010 Standards of Professional Practice (SPP) The 2010 Standards of Professional Practice (SPP)
Approved 27 July 2010 as the Supplemental IRR of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) 89 of 94 Approved 27 July 2010 as the Supplemental IRR of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) 90 of 94
take cognizance of said CEC and SPPs; or “Reimbursable Expenses”. The following formula is used to
compute the fee:
24.7 Compensation of a professional consulting Architect (PCA) may be
computed based on one or a combination of the following methods, with Fee = Salary Cost x Multiplier + Reimbursable Expenses
modifications applicable to the types of services and/ or specific cases, if
and when needed: This method of remuneration is best suited for Projects for which the
costs are difficult to pre-determine, or in cases where it may become
24.7.1 Per Diem or Hourly Basis necessary to undertake additional experimental or investigative work,
the result of which may further alter the scope of the project.
This method is particularly suited to engagements involving
intermittent personal service. When such consulting services are The method however, cannot be used as a measure of compensation
furnished, the Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) is for services which cannot be measured by the length of time spent on
compensated for all the time he devotes to the work, including travel his work.
time. The per diem charge should be based on the complexity of the
work involved and the extent of his experience/specialization. In The other part of the remuneration by this method is made up of the
addition to the compensation based on per diem, his expenses for reimbursable direct costs. These costs are billed to the Client
travel, subsistence, and other out-of-pocket expenses incurred while supported, if required by receipts and other documents.
away from his home/office shall be reimbursed by the Client .
24.7.4 Fixed/ Lump Sum payment
24.7.2 Retainer
This method of compensation may be used when the scope of PACS
This method of remuneration is used when the services of a required can be clearly and fully defined. Two methods may generally
Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) is expected to be required at be used to arrive at a lump-sum compensation for the basic PACS.
intervals over a period of time. It is a means of ensuring in advance These two methods are frequently used concurrently with one serving
that his services will be available to the Client when required. Under as a check on the other.
this method, a stipulated amount is paid at regular intervals for which
the PCA is obligated to render a certain service or to spend a certain a. computation of a lump-sum as an appropriate percentage of the
amount of time on Client’s requirements. The compensation is estimated total cost of the project
usually enough to pay for the minimum services required by the
Client. All additional services are paid separately. In addition to the b. direct development of a fixed amount of compensation by
retainer, the PCA may be reimbursed for travel, subsistence and estimating the individual elements of the cost outlines, plus a
other out-of-pocket expenses incurred while away from his reasonable margin of profit, all expressed as a single lump-sum
home/office.
Where compensation is given on a lump-sum basis, the agreements
24.7.3 Salary cost times a multiplier, plus direct cost or reimbursable should contain a clearly stated time limit during which the service/s
expenses will be performed, and a provision for additional compensation for
extra time used. In design assignments, these should be a provision
This method is based on the total basic salaries of all PCAs and their for charges required after the approval of preliminary designs, with a
staff multiplied by a factor from 3.0 as a multiplier plus cost of certain clear understanding as to where the final approval authority lies.
items that are reimbursable to the PCA classified under “Direct Cost”

_____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________
The 2010 Standards of Professional Practice (SPP) The 2010 Standards of Professional Practice (SPP)
Approved 27 July 2010 as the Supplemental IRR of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) 91 of 94 Approved 27 July 2010 as the Supplemental IRR of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) 92 of 94
24.7.5 Percentage of total project cost (PCA) or author of said architectural documents and/or materials shall duplicate or
The remuneration under this method is calculated as an agreed make copies of said documents for use in the repetition of and for other projects,
percentage of the ultimate cost of the project/service. The validity of whether executed partly or in its entirety.
the Percentage of Total Project Cost Method rests upon the
assumption that consultancy costs vary in proportion to the total 27. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND CIVIL LIABILITY FOR PACS
project cost regardless of the type or location of the project. 27.1 Any individual, partner, firm/corporation/consortium or joint ventures which
Therefore, this method should be applied only where experience has engage in the practice of professional architectural consulting services
established some approximate correlations between consultancy (PACS) is legally responsible i.e. professionally responsible before the State
costs and project costs. and civilly liable before the State, the general public and the Client, for the
conduct and performance of his/her services to their Clients, whether in the
24.8 Fees for services that require inputs of an artistic, innovative and creative Government, private sector or civil society or then international community
endeavor shall not be determined in the same manner as services that (with projects on Philippine soil).
involve purely technical and scientific undertakings 27.2 Where applicable, it is imperative that a Professional Consulting Architect
24.9 Criteria for Establishing Method of Compensation (PCA) secures a Professional Liability Insurance Policy, professional
The criteria for establishing method/s of compensation shall be promulgated, indemnity insurance or equivalent in bond form commensurate with the
approved and adopted by the IAPoA. magnitude and scope of project involvement with the corresponding
24.10 Interest Due on Late Payment of Fees compensation. Such cost shall form part of the total project cost chargeable
The Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) shall be entitled to interest at to the Client.
the prevailing rate set by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) in additional
to a percentage as may be determine by the IAPOA unless otherwise 28. APPLICABILITY
mutually agreed upon by the PCA and his Client, on all fees, other charges This Standard of Professional Practice (SPP) for Professional Architectural
and reimbursements due and not paid within 30 days from receipt of billing. Consulting Services (PACS) shall be adopted by the IAPOA, which shall thereafter
formulate the covering guidelines and Manual of Procedure (MoP).
25. SEAL AND USE OF SEAL UNDER PACS
Where applicable and in full accord with R.A. No. 9266 and its derivative 29. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION (ADR)
regulations, a Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) shall sign and affix his In case of any dispute arising from the implementation of these IRR and related
professional license number and the seal duly-approved by the Commission/ derivative regulations, the same shall be resolved by modes of alternative dispute
PRBoA and/or the IAPOA on all architectural documents as outputs and other resolution (ADR) mandated under R.A. No. 9285 (the ADR Act of 2004 and its IRR)
deliverables/materials such as, but not limited to plans, designs, technical drawings before it is referred to a competent court. The ADR modes must necessarily include
and specifications, feasibility studies as well as instruments of service, prepared by negotiation, conciliation, mediation and arbitration. An ADR clause must therefore
him, or under his/her direct supervision, if and only if the CA shall also act as the form part of all PCAS agreements.
Architect-of-record (Aor), in which case he must assume all the attendant/pertinent
professional responsibilities and civil liabilities for the project. 30. PENALTY CLAUSE AND SANCTION
Any individual, partner, firm/corporation/ consortium who/which engages in
26. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS FOR PACS professional architectural consulting services (PACS), but are not qualified in
All architectural documentary outputs and materials delivered or rendered by a accordance with the provisions prescribed by law, particularly under R.A. No. 9266
professional consulting Architect (PCA), such as, but not limited to plans, designs, (The Architecture Act of 2004) and its IRR, shall be subject to sanction/s by the
technical drawings and specifications, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies and appropriate public or private entities, without prejudice to the filing of appropriate
other instruments of service, shall be protected under Secs. 20 (4) and 33 of R.A. criminal, civil administrative or special complaints pursuant to existing laws.
No. 9266 and its 2004 IRR, whether such outputs and materials are executed or
not. No person without the written consent of the professional consulting Architect Nothing follows

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3.2.3. Interview. The Architect explains his methodology in translating the

a. With the assistance of the integrated and accredited professional 1. INTRODUCTION

2.3 Feasibility Studies 2.9 Space Management Studies

2.4 Site Selection and Analysis 2.10 Value Management

3.2.2 Architect’s Own Staff FORMULA

4.2 Professional Fee Plus Expenses

7.9 Services of Specialist Consultants 7.14 Ownership of Documents

7.15 Cost Records 7.18 Project Development Cost

7.16 Design and Placement of Signs

All signboards of the General Contractor, sub-contractors, jobbers and

7.17 Project Construction Cost (PCC)

2.3 As such a specialist, the Architect:

2.6.4 Prepares Preliminary up to Detailed Master Development Plans

1.3.4 Prepares the conceptual development plans, policies, implementing

203.14 BUILDING APPRAISAL 203.19 DISPUTE AVOIDANCE AND RESOLUTION

1.2 The Architect-in-charge of construction (Aicc) is directly and professionally

1.4 The Construction Supervision Group (CSG) is normally recommended by the

2.1 Quality Control

2.2 Evaluation of Construction Work

2.3 Preparation of Daily Inspection Reports

5.1 The Construction Supervision Group (CSG), which may be a qualified

8.3 Comprehensive Architectural Services refers to the range of professional

8.4 In this extended dimension, the Architect is the prime professional. He

9. SCOPE OF COMPREHENSIVE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES

9.1 Pre-Design Services (SPP Document 201)

9.1.2 Pre-Feasibility Studies

9.1.3 Feasibility Studies

9.2.5 Bidding or Negotiation Phase 9.3.18 Dispute Avoidance and Resolution

9.2.6 Construction Phase 9.3.19 Architectural Research Methods

9.3.1 Architectural Interiors (AI) 9.3.21 Building Components

9.3.2 Acoustic Design 9.3.22 Management of Architectural Practices

9.3.3 Architectural Lighting Layout and Design 9.4 Construction Services

11. THE PROJECT MANAGER (PM) 12. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

2.1.2 Schematic Design Phase

2.1.3 Design Development Phase

2.4 Technical Advisors – Specialist personnel who may be consulted by the

2.6 Classification of Architectural Design Competitions (ADCs)

19.18 Project Cost 20.6 documentation;

20.9 land use and multi-sectoral development planning, development and

20.14 monitoring and evaluation;

20.15 training, capability building and Continuing Professional Education (CPE);

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