AFTERDRAFT

What does A103 mean in construction?

Short definition

A103 is an AIA owner-contractor agreement form used for cost of the work plus a fee without a guaranteed maximum price.

Longer explanation

This structure may be used when the owner wants cost-reimbursable delivery and accepts more open-ended cost exposure than a GMP arrangement.

Example in context

The project team reviewed the A103 during the construction phase.

Common users

  • Owners
  • Architects
  • Contractors
  • Construction managers

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