What is the standard response turnaround time for a commercial construction RFI?

Most commercial prime contracts specify a 7 to 14 calendar day turnaround for architect/engineer RFI responses before critical path schedule delay claims may be filed.

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AIA Document G716™ – Request for Information

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

Formal Request for Interpretation or Clarification of Contract Documents

RFI NUMBER:

DATE SENT:

RESPONSE REQ'D BY:

PROJECT & LOCATION

SPEC & DRAWING REFERENCES

Spec Section:

Drawing No.:

Grid Line / Loc:

ORIGINATOR & ADDRESSEE

RFI Subject / Issue Title:

Description of Question / Problem / Field Condition:

Contractor's Recommended Solution (If Applicable):

Potential Impact: Cost Impact Anticipated Schedule Impact Anticipated

Est. Added Cost: ~$8,500 • Est. Schedule Delay: 3-5 Days

ARCHITECT / ENGINEER (A/E) FORMAL RESPONSE Do not proceed if cost or schedule is impacted without an approved Change Order

Response Date

A/E Authorized Representative

A/E Action Status

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RFI #	Spec	Subject / Description	Date Sent	Req'd By	Answered	Status	Act

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