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D.C. Municipal Regulations (Last Updated: September 13, 2017) |
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Title 8. HIGHER EDUCATION |
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SubTilte 8-B. UNIVERSITY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA |
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Chapter 8-B30. UNIVERSITY PROCUREMENT RULES |
Section 8-B3043. LIABILITY FOR DESIGN ERRORS OR DEFICIENCIES
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3043.1The architect-engineer firm shall be responsible for the professional quality, technical accuracy, and coordination of all services required under its contract. The firm shall be liable to the University for costs resulting from errors or deficiencies in designs furnished under its contract.
3043.2When modification of a construction contract is required because of an error or deficiency in the services provided under an architect-engineer contract, the CCO shall determine the extent to which the architect-engineer may be liable.
3043.3If the CCO determines that the firm is liable, and the recoverable cost will exceed the administrative cost involved or collection is otherwise in the best interests of the University, the CCO shall initiate procedures to collect the amount due.
3043.4The CCO shall prepare a written statement of the reasons for the decision whether or not to recover costs from the firm and place in the contract file.