Common use of Design Memorandum Phase Clause in Contracts

Design Memorandum Phase. 2.3.1 The Design Memorandum or Preliminary Engineering Design Report will summarize the process and design criteria established in Conceptual Design and initiate acquiring necessary permits and servitudes. The document will be used in the development of final design plans and specifications and will serve as a guide by designers and other interested parties. 2.3.2 The Design Memorandum will consist minimally of the following sections: 16 material and equipment specifications, to be used in final design. 2.3.3 The engineer will deliver to owner within 15 days following Design Memorandum authorization, a detailed description(including specifications) and estimated cost of required additional services such as site survey, topographical survey, or geotechnical investigation. In addition, the engineer will also deliver estimated time and cost to apply for regulatory permits from local, state or federal authorities. The owner will have the option to utilize their own surveyor, land/servitude acquisition consultant, permit consultant, or geotech firm. 2.3.4 Meeting with the Owner and presenting findings of the Preliminary Design Report.