is to assure that the completed project meets all quality requirements of the contract.
is to provide a framework for employee training and development.
is to monitor the financial performance of the project throughout its lifecycle.
is to ensure that all team members are satisfied with their roles and responsibilities.
Term 2 of 45
What are the roles of QC personnel?
a. Controlling the quality specified in the plans and specifications.
b. Developing and maintaining an effective CQC system.
c. Stopping work.
d. Performance of all control activities and tests
Preparation of acceptable documentation of CQC activities
a. The Government will prepare a list of submittals required for each contract. This list
will be prepared on a submittal register (ENG Form 4288R)
b. Review a minimum 10% of FIO submittals.
c. Review and approve submittals that are required to be GA. For design-build contracts,
the Government will review submittals for conformance with the contract which includes
the solicitation requirements and the contractor's accepted proposal.
d. An important aspect of the Government's quality assurance role is to enforce
submittal requirements.
It ensures that contractors adhere to project plans, specifications and safety standards.
It also verifies that the completed work meets quality requirements. CQM fosters
collaboration between contractors and government agencies and helps contractors to
navigate challenges like technology advancements and environmental concerns.
a. Produce the quality specified in the real plans and specification, and for design-build
contracts in the Request of Proposal, as well as the contractor's accepted proposal
b. Develop and maintain an effective CQC system
c. Perform all control activities and tests, and
d. Prepare acceptable documentation of CQC activities
,Term 3 of 45
What is the purpose of Construction Quality Management?
a. Produce the quality specified in the real plans and specification, and for design-build
contracts in the Request of Proposal, as well as the contractor's accepted proposal
b. Develop and maintain an effective CQC system
c. Perform all control activities and tests, and
d. Prepare acceptable documentation of CQC activities
To assure that the specified standard of workmanship within the limits of the contract are
provided.
To conduct onsite business with the contractor's QC Manager/superintendent only.
It is required by the contract in order to regulate the timely flow of materials to be
incorporated into work. They are necessary to demonstrate that the proposed materials,
etc., are in compliance with the contract.
It ensures that contractors adhere to project plans, specifications and safety standards.
It also verifies that the completed work meets quality requirements. CQM fosters
collaboration between contractors and government agencies and helps contractors to
navigate challenges like technology advancements and environmental concerns.
,Term 4 of 45
Benefits of CQC to the Contractor?
It is the performance of tasks, which ensure that construction is performed according to
plans and specifications, on time, within a defined budget, and a safe work environment.
CQM is essential for successful project execution and client satisfaction.
Reducing costs by preventing rework and delays
Increasing profits by delivering quality work that meet customer satisfaction
Improving reputation by demonstrating competence and reliability
Enhancing safety by identifying and eliminating hazards and risks.
it is the process by which ongoing and completed work is examined to ensure that it
complies with the contract provisions. While Control is a continual system of planning
future activities to ensure that the work meets the quality standards of the contract.
a. Produce the quality specified in the real plans and specification, and for design-build
contracts in the Request of Proposal, as well as the contractor's accepted proposal
b. Develop and maintain an effective CQC system
c. Perform all control activities and tests, and
d. Prepare acceptable documentation of CQC activities
, Term 5 of 45
What are the two principal areas of CQM activity?
a. CQC (Contractor Quality Control)
b. QA (Government Quality Assurance)
It is to obtain complete construction that meets all contract requirements.
work is performed according to plans and specifications, on time, within a defined
budget, easily maintained, and a safe work environment.
a. The contractor must integrate the submittal process into his QC Plan. He must
delegate submittal responsibilities to the proper individuals on his staff.
b. The contractor must assure that onsite management and, for design-build, the
designer of record remains attentive to submittal procedures at all times.
c. QC personnel and designer of record are responsible for ensuring, through detailed
review, that all submittals are in full compliance with the contract.
d. The contractor must review the Government prepared Submittal Register and add any
needed additional submittals.
e. The contractor must check the submittal schedule requirements against the Network
Analysis System (NAS) or other approved construction schedule.
f. The contractor constantly maintains and adjusts dates on the register as required by
the contract activities to ensure the document reflects current information.
g. The contractor assures that work must not be permitted to begin without properly
approved submittals.
h. The "Buy American Act - Construction Materials" must be considered in the submittal
process because it significantly impacts what will be acceptable on Government
projects.
Term 6 of 45
How often are QC and QA Reports required?
Monthly
Annually
Weekly
Daily
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