Survey on the Use of Standard Forms 254 and 255 for Architect-Engineer Qualifications (1996) / Chapter Skim
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Chapter 2: Survey Findings on Standard Form 254
Chapter 2: Survey Findings on Standard Form 254
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Synopsis of Comments: Paper files are the primary method of maintaining SF 254, and typically at regional or local contracting or engineering offices. The only central automated database of SF 254 is the Architect-Engineer Contract Administration Support System (ACASS)
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To identify qualified firms prior to inviting submission of additional information (which may include a SF 255) when a contract is not synopsized in the Commerce Business Daily (CBD)
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for specific projects. One A-E commented that for large, diverse firms, it is difficult to represent the full capabilities of the entire company on a single corporate SF 254.
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Reduces paper storage requirements. Cost efficient.
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. The following disciplines were cited five times or more and should be added to Block 4: Environmental engineers CADD operators/technicians Industrial hygienists .
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One respondent questioned the validity of this information since the fee for a project can be split many different ways. The following changes to Block 9 were recommended: Add fee ranges above $10 million.
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Some respondents recommended adding the 200 series profile codes from ACASS.
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However, 76 other codes were suggested, but only two were listed over 5 times: hazardous and tome waste remediation, and asbestos abatement. Several respondents suggested including the 200 series codes in ACASS.
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Th parenthetical phrase should be eliminated in the third sentence. Definitions: Include definitions for "small business," "small disadvantaged business," and "woman owned small business".
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