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 STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (SPP)
Annex “A”
Promulgated as Part of the IRR of
R.A. No. 9266, known as “The Architecture Act of 2004”
and to be known hereinafter as the
SPP Documents
(replacing the 1979 UAP Docs. 201 through 208 and the UAP Docs 209
and 210)

A. GENERAL DEFINITIONS
1. State shall refer solely to the National Government of the Republic of
the Philippines.

2. Standards of Professional Practice (SPP) is a required document under

Sec. 41 of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) and its
Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR).

3. Commission as used for this SPP and the succeeding SPP documents
shall refer only to the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), duly
created under R.A. No. 8981 (The PRC Modernization Act of 2000).

4. Board as used for this SPP and the succeeding SPP documents shall
refer only to the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture (PRBoA),
duly created under R.A. No. 9266 and its IRR and under the supervision
and administrative control of the Commission.

5. Architect as used for this SPP and the succeeding SPP documents shall
refer only to a Registered and Licensed Architect (RLA), a natural person
under Philippine law and jurisprudence with a valid certificate of
registration and a valid professional identification card (representing
the renewable 3-year license) for the lawful practice of the State-
regulated profession of architecture. Depending on the SPP, the term
Architect may also refer to Architect-of-record (Aor), Architect in charge
of construction (Aicc), Consulting Architect (CA) as provided for under
R.A. No. 9266.

6. Architectural Firm (AF) as used for this SPP and the succeeding SPP
documents shall refer only to a juridical person under Philippine law
and jurisprudence, duly registered with the Department of Trade and
Industry (DTI) as a sole proprietorship for individual architectural
practice or registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission
(SEC) and with the Professional

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 Regulation Commission (the PRC or hereafter the Commission) as a
professional partnership or as an architectural corporation for group
architectural practice by RLAs, subject to full compliances with Sec. 37
of R.A. No. 9266 and derivative regulations.

7. Architect and Architectural Firm (AF) may be used interchangeably for

some of the succeeding SPP.

8. Professional/s as used for this SPP and the succeeding SPP documents
shall refer only to Registered and Licensed Professionals (RLPs), all
natural persons under Philippine law and jurisprudence with a valid
certificate and a valid professional identification card (representing the
renewable license) for the lawful practice of a State-regulated
profession other than architecture.

9. Client, Owner and Project Proponent may be used interchangeably for

this
SPP and some of the succeeding SPP.

10. Contractor and General Contractor shall also mean Constructor or

Builder, and may be used interchangeably for this SPP.

11. Bid and Tender shall mean the same.

B. ACRONYMS

ADR - Alternative Dispute Resolution

AF - Architectural Firm
ADC - Architectural Design
Competition Aicc - Architect in
charge of construction Aor -
Architect-of-record
BPO - Business Process Outsourcing
CA - Consulting Architect
CEC - Codes of Ethical Conduct
DoLE - Department of Labor and Employment
DTI - Department of Trade and Industry
FPCA - Filipino Professional Consulting Architects
IAPOA - Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects
KPO - Knowledge Process Outsourcing
MoP - Manual of Procedure
PACS - Professional Architectural Consulting Services
PCA - Professional Consulting Architect
PRC - Professional Regulation Commission

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PRBoA Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture
SEC - Securities and Exchange
Commission RLA - Registered and
Licensed Architect SPP - Standards
of Professional Practice TSP -
Temporary/ Special Permit

C. GENERAL NOTES ON THE

SELECTION OF THE
ARCHITECT
(Part of the IRR of R.A. No. 9266, replacing the 1979 UAP Doc. 208)

1. INTRODUCTION

There are many ways by which a Client can engage the services of an
Architect. The most appropriate method of selecting an Architect will
depend on the type and complexity of the project.

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

The scope of services will depend on the method by which the Architect is
selected.

3. METHODS OF SELECTION

3.1. Direct Selection is used when undertaking a relatively small

project. The Client selects his Architect on the basis of:

3.1.1. Reputation
3.1.2. Personal or business acquaintance or recommendation of a
friend
3.1.3. Recommendation of the Architect’s former Client
3.1.4. Recommendation of another Architect.

3.2. Comparative Selection may be conducted by committees

representing institutions, corporations or public agencies. The
selection process involves:

3.2.1. Invitation. The Client issues an invitation which includes the

Terms of Reference (ToR) for the project which is based on
the Design Brief prepared by another Architect. The selection
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 professions and/or the construction industry, as well as
persons with related expertise.

3.2.2. Pre-qualification. Architects and/or PRC-registered

Architectural Firms (AFs) submit information regarding their
qualification and expertise.

3.2.3. Interview. The Architect explains his methodology in

translating the plan/design requirements of the proposed
project.

3.2.4. Verification. The selection committee may visit buildings

designed by the Architects and check references such as
former clients and financial institutions.

3.2.5. Evaluation & Ranking. The selection committee may adopt its
own procedure in evaluating the entries and recommending
the most capable firm.

3.2.6. Negotiation. The Architect explains to the Client the Scope of

Services and the Architect’s Fee as prescribed under the
Architect’s Guidelines.

3.3. An Architectural Design Competition (ADC) is used for civic or

monumental projects. The competition may either be an idea
competition, design or design build competition. Various Architects
or architectural firms (AFs) submit plan/design solutions to a
particular design problem and are judged on the basis of
comparative excellence.

3.3.1. Advantages

a. Opportunities will be open only to all PRC-registered and

licensed Architects (RLAs) or PRC-registered Architectural
Firms (AFs).

b. The Client/ Committee will have a wider range of options.

3.3.2. Disadvantages

a. Process may be expensive and time consuming

b. The time and effort required may discourage qualified

firms from participating.

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 c. Some potentially unscrupulous prospective Clients will
seek free services under the guise of design competition.
Architects must always be constantly aware that ownership
and copyright issues under Secs. 20 (4) and 33 of R.A. No.
9266 must be fully addressed under all architectural
competition rules.

3.3.3. Procedure. Competitions should be conducted:

a. With the assistance of the integrated and accredited

professional organization of architects (IAPOA) or one of its
local chapters, and

b. In accordance with the Architect’s Guidelines.

3.3.4. Participants

a. Sponsor or Client – a natural or juridical person;

b. Competitors – Filipino/ Philippine-Registered and Licensed

Architects (RLA) and IAPOA members in good standing. A
foreign architect as a competitor must be registered in
his/her country of origin and must secure a Temporary
Special Permit (TSP) from the Commission (PRC), a work
permit form the Department of Labor and Employment
(DoLE) and must work in collaboration with a local/Filipino
counterpart RLA who will assume the requisite professional
responsibilities and civil liabilities, in the case of a design
or design-build competition;

c. Professional Adviser – Philippine-Registered and Licensed

Architects (RLAs) who are IAPOA members in good
standing;

d. Jury – Composed of at least five (5) members who are

known for their integrity, objectivity, impartiality and
honesty.

d.1 Architect – member in good standing of the IAPOA

d.2 Competition Sponsor or Client.

4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION

This will be covered by the respective type of services.

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 STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (SPP)
ON PRE-DESIGN SERVICES
(Part of the IRR of R.A. No. 9266)
SPP Document 201
(replacing the 1979 UAP Doc. 201)

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. The basic services provided by the Architect have remained

relatively unchanged over the years. However, the Architect must
expand his services in response to the increasing demands of
his/her Clients, the evolution of new standards of regulated
professional practice, the advancement of technology and the
enactment of new laws.

1.2. It will be most advantageous to the Client to involve the Architect in

the earliest stages of the project since the Architect, if suitably
experienced, can provide the Client with objective project analysis,
establishing parameters to optimize building needs vis-à-vis
available resources and attendant constraints.

2. SCOPE OF PRE-DESIGN SERVICES

The Pre- Design Services cover a broad line of architectural services

ranging from initial problem identification to activities that would allow
the Architect to initially conceptualize an array of architectural and allied
solutions. The Pre-Design Services nominally include consultation, pre-
feasibility studies, feasibility studies, site selection and analysis, site
utilization and land-use studies, architectural research, architectural
programming, space planning, space management studies, value
management, design brief preparation, promotional services and other
related activities.

2.1 Consultation

When a Client calls upon the Architect to give oral or written advice
and direction, to attend conferences, to make evaluations and
appraisals regarding a contemplated project and similar activities,
the Architect renders valuable inputs whether or not the Client
pursues the project.

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 2.2 Pre-Feasibility Studies

These preliminary studies involve the procurement, analysis and

use of secondary information gathered for the project to aid the
Client in early decision-making. They represent the Architect’s initial
assessment of a project’s soundness, allowing the Client to
promptly explore available/ readily identifiable directions/ options.
Researched/ processed/ validated secondary data are generally
used for such studies e.g. electronic, print, etc.

2.3 Feasibility Studies

Detailed analysis of the project based on pre-feasibility studies will

determine the viability of a proposed development. The studies will
set the project against present and future trends to forecast how it
will perform over time. This requires primary data gathering and
analysis.

2.4 Site Selection and Analysis

This entails the formulation of site criteria, assistance to the Client

in site evaluation as well as analysis to determine the most
appropriate site/s for a proposed project or building program.

2.5 Site Utilization and Land-Use Studies

The detailed analysis of the site involves the identification of a site’s

development potentials through the proper utilization of land. The
analysis covers the context of the site as well as that of its
surrounding environment and the development controls that apply
to the site and its environs.

2.6 Architectural Research

Architectural research entails the conduct of primary and secondary

researches and assembled facts used as basis for conclusion.

2.7 Architectural Programming

This analytical problem-seeking process will lead to the statement

and identification of both horizontal and vertical requirements in
offering a solution. It incorporates a space program with
characterizations of the envisioned spaces such as ambiance, cost
range, etc.
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 2.8 Space Planning

The Architect determines the adequate size and appropriate

configuration and assemblage for a proposed project in
consideration of the use, allocation and interface of spaces for given
activities. Space planning is done mainly through primary data
gathering such as interviews, consultations, interfaces, focus group
discussions (FGDs), space planning surveys, space audits, etc. and
subsequent analyses i.e. spatial layouts with stacking concepts,
particularly for multi-storey structures.

2.9 Space Management Studies

An analysis of the space requirements of the project based on

organizational structure and functional set-up pinpoints linkages
and interaction of spaces. The formulation of the space program will
serve as the basis for the development of the architectural
plan/design.

2.10 Value Management

This technique is applied in the cost management process to

minimize the negative effect of simplified operations associated
with many cost-reduction programs. The goal of value management
is to achieve an unimpaired program at minimum cost. Thus, a plan,
design or system that has been successfully value-managed will still
satisfy the same performance criteria as the costlier alternatives.

2.11 Design Brief Preparation

Under design brief preparation, the Architect states the project

terms of reference (ToR) including the concept, objectives and other
necessary requirements to bid out architectural services (whether
public or private).

2.12 Promotional Services

Projects may require promotional activities in order to develop and
generate financial support and acceptance from governing agencies
or from the general public. In such cases, the Architect can act as
the agent of the Owner by producing and coordinating the
additional activities necessary to complete the services. In all such
activities, the Architect must maintain his professional status as the
representative of the Owner.

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3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

3.1 After the initial meeting/ conversation/ correspondence with the

Client, the Architect must submit his proposal for pre-design
services, stating the following:
3.1.1 Scope of Work
3.1.2 Manner of Payment
3.1.3 Owner’s Responsibilities
3.1.4 Other Conditions of Services
3.2 The Architect can render services in any of the following ways:
3.2.1 As an individual Architect he must have special training
and be knowledgeable in different fields to supplement his
skills.
3.2.2 Architect’s Own Staff
It is possible for Architects (as natural persons) working in a
single firm to specialize in a variety of ways. Many Architects
and firms (juridical persons) specialize without losing the
generalist approach of the Architect or firm.
3.2.3 By Association, Consultation or Networking

Another common practice is consultation between an

Architect and a firm of other disciplines, under the extended
terms of the Owner- Architect Agreement.

4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION

The Architect’s compensation is based on the Architect’s / architectural

firm’s talents, skill, experience, imagination, and on the type and level of
professional services provided. Compensation for Pre-Design Services
may be based on one or more of the following:

4.1 Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses

This cost-based method of compensation is applicable only to non-
creative work such as accounting, secretarial, research, data
gathering, preparation of reports and the like. This method of
compensation is based on technical

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 hours spent and does not account for creative work since the value
of creative design cannot be measured by the length of time the
designer has spent on his work. The computation is made by adding
all costs of technical services (man hours x rate) and then
multiplying it by a multiplier to cover overhead and profit.
The multiplier ranges from 1.5 to 2.5 depending on the office set-
up, overhead and experience of the Architect and the complexity of
the Project.

Other items such as cost of transportation, living and housing

allowances of foreign consultants, out-of-town living and housing
allowances of the local consultants and the like, are all to be
charged to the Client. At the start of the commission, the Architect
shall make known to the Client the rate of professionals and
personnel who will be assigned to the Project and the multiplier that
has to be applied before agreeing on this method of compensation.

FORMULA
Assume:
A= Architect’s rate /

hour C = Consultant’s

rate / hour

T= Rate per hour of Technical Staff, Researchers and others involved in

the Project AN, CN, TN = No. of hours spent by Architect, Consultants and

Technical Staff

M = Multiplier to account for overhead and reasonable profit. The value

may range from 1.5 to 2.5 depending on the set-up of the Architect’s
office and the complexity of the Project.

R = Reimbursable expenses such as transportation, housing and living

allowance of Consultant, transportation, per diem, housing and living
allowance of local consultants and technical staff if assigned to places
over 100 km. from the area of operation of the Architect.
Cost of printing of extra set of drawings, reports, maps, contract
documents, etc. over the five (5) copies submitted to the Client,
overseas and long distance calls, technical and laboratory tests,
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Direct cost = AN + CN +

TN Fee = Direct Cost x M

Total Cost of Service charged to Client = Fee + R

4.2 Professional Fee Plus Expenses

This method of compensation is frequently used where there is

continuing relationship involving a series of Projects. It establishes a
fixed sum over and above the reimbursement for the Architect’s
technical time and overhead. An agreement on the general scope of
the work is necessary in order to set an equitable fee.

4.3 Lump Sum or Fixed Fee

This method may be applied to government projects since they

entail more paper work and time-consuming efforts.

4.4 Per Diem, Honorarium Plus Reimbursable Expenses

In some cases a Client may request an Architect to do work which

will require his personal time such as:

4.4.1 attending project-related meetings, conferences or trips;

4.4.2 conducting ocular inspection of possible project sites; and

4.4.3 conferring with others regarding prospective investments or

ventures and the like.

For these particular activities, the Architect as agent of the Owner

may be paid on a per diem and honorarium basis plus out-of-pocket
expenses such as but not limited to travel, accommodations and
subsistence.

4.5 Mixed Methods of Compensation

The SPP provides for more than one method of compensation on a

project. Each project should be examined to determine the most
appropriate and equitable method of compensation.

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 STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (SPP)
ON REGULAR DESIGN SERVICES
(Part of the IRR of R.A. No. 9266)
SPP Document 202
(replacing the 1979 UAP Doc. 202)

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Applicability of this Document

1.1.1 While these implementing rules and regulations specifically

refer to the “individual” professional practice of the Architect
as a natural person, the same may also apply to the
Architect’s “group practice” as part of a juridical entity i.e. as a
DTI-registered sole proprietorship or as a SEC-registered
partnership or corporation, subject to full compliances with
Sec. 37 of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) and its
implementing rules and regulations and derivative regulations
including resolutions of the Board and the Commission.

1.1.2 Foreign architects offering services under this service are

subject to full compliances with Sec. 38 of R.A. No. 9266 and
its implementing rules and regulations (including resolutions
of the Board which calls for a “local counterpart Architect” for
any foreign architect) and other periodic issuances of the
Board and the Commission as well as
procedures/requirements of the Department of Labor and
Employment and the Bureau of Immigration and Deportation
governing such foreign architects. Therefore, a foreign
architect practicing architecture in the Philippines for projects
on Philippine soil must first secure a Temporary/ Special
Permit (TSP) and a work permit from the Department of Labor
and Employment (DoLE) and must work in collaboration with a
local counterpart Architect who is a Registered and Licensed
Architect (RLA) under Philippine law.

1.1.3 Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and Knowledge Process

Outsourcing (KPO) firms which have been DTI- or SEC-
registered in the Philippines to provide services for overseas
clients are not authorized to provide architectural services for
projects located on Philippine soil unless they are PRC-
registered architectural firms satisfying Sec. 37 of R.A. No.
9266 and its implementing rules and
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 regulations (IRR) and its derivative regulations including
resolutions of the Board and other periodic issuances of the
Board and the Commission.

1.1.4 The Architect’s outputs described / listed under this SPP may
be expanded or increased depending on the requirements of
the project or the Architect’s experience, capabilities and
specialization/s.

1.2 Regular Design Services of an Architect

1.2.1 In regular practice, the Architect acts as the Owner’s/ Client's/

Proponent’s Adviser and/or Representative. He translates the
Owner's needs and requirements to spaces and forms in the
best manner of professional service.

1.2.2 The Architect’s work starts at the inception of the project

when the Owner outlines his requirements to the Architect.
The work covers the various aspects of the project, from
analysis and study of the needs and requirements, to the
preparation of the necessary instruments of service, and
finally to the supervision during project implementation. It
ends only when the general contractor or builder turns over
the completed project to the Owner.

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

2.1 Project Definition Phase

This phase involves the definition of the requirements of the project

by the Owner. The Architect in turn informs the Owner of the
technical requirements of the project and the concomitant
professional fees. In this phase, the Architect:

1.2.1. consults with the Owner to ascertain the conceptual

framework and related requirements of the project and
confirms such requirements with him.

1.2.2. gathers relevant information and data leading to the definition

of the requirements of the project, including the scope of the
Architect’s services.

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 1.2.3. reviews and refines the owner’s space requirements and
translates them into an architectural program.

1.2.4. prepares an initial statement of probable construction cost.

2.2 Schematic Design Phase

This phase consists of the preparation of schematic design studies

derived from the Project Definition Phase, leading to conceptual
plans. The Architect:

2.2.1 evaluates the Owner’s program, schedule, budget, project site

and proposes methods of project deliveries.

2.2.2 prepares the initial line drawings representing design studies

leading to a recommended solution, including a general
description of the project for approval by the Owner.

2.2.3 submits to the Owner a Statement of the Probable Project

Construction Cost (SPPCC) based on current cost parameters.

2.3 Design Development Phase

Based on approved schematics and conceptual plans, the Architect

prepares:

2.3.1 the Design Development documents consisting of plans,

elevations, sections and other drawings,

2.3.2 outline specifications to fix and illustrate the size and

character of the entire project as to type of materials, type of
structural, electrical, mechanical, sanitary, electronic and
communications systems.

2.3.3 diagrammatic layout of construction systems, and

2.3.4 an updated SPPCC for submission to the Owner.

2.4 Contract Document Phase

Based on the approved Design Development Documents, the

Architect:

2.4.1 prepares the complete Contract Documents consisting of

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 designs and construction drawings, setting forth in detail the
work required for the architectural, structural, electrical,
plumbing/ sanitary, mechanical, electronic and
communication works prepared by the Architect and the
respective professionals involved.

2.4.2 prepares Technical Specifications describing type and quality

of materials, finish, manner of construction and the general
conditions under which the project is to be constructed.

2.4.3 submits to the Owner seven (7) sets of all construction

drawings and technical specifications for purposes of
obtaining a building permit.
2.4.4 updates the SPPCC based on changes in scope, requirements
or market conditions.
2.4.5 assists the Owner in filing the required documents to secure
approval of government authorities having jurisdiction over
the design of the Project.

2.5 Bidding or Negotiation Phase

2.5.1 In this phase, the Architect:

a. prepares the Bid Documents such as forms for contract

letting, documents for construction, forms for invitation
and instruction to bidders, forms for bidders’ proposals,
general / specific conditions of contract, etc.

b. assists the Owner from the early stage of establishing a list

of prospective Contractors to awarding of the construction
contract.

2.5.2 For competitive bids / procurements, the Architect:

a. furnishes complete sets of the Bid Documents for purposes

of bidding in as many sets as may be required to conduct a
successful bidding. The said documents are loaned to
bidders at an amount sufficient to cover direct and indirect
costs attendant to the preparation, packaging,
reproduction and delivery of the said documents.

The Bid Documents are the intellectual property of the

Architect
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 (Sec. 33 of R.A. No. 9266), and must be returned by all
entities acquiring bid documents. A bond may be required
to assure the return of the Bid Documents.

The Architect retains the sole ownership and copyright to

the said documents (Sec. 33 of R.A. No. 9266). As such,
bidders must not reproduce nor use the documents for
unauthorized purposes. The Owner also must not use the
documents for any other purpose other than the project for
which the Owner and Architect signed an agreement.

b. helps in organizing and conducting pre-bid conferences,

c. responds to questions from bidders,

d. assists the Owner in obtaining proposals from Contractors,

analyzes bid results and prepares abstract of bids, notice
of award, notice to proceed and other construction
contracts.

2.5.3 For negotiated contracts, the Architect performs similar

functions as in item 2.5.2 but negotiates with one Contractor
instead of many bidders.

2.6 Construction Phase

In this phase, the Architect performs the following:

2.6.1 makes decisions on all claims of the Owner and Contractors

on all matters relating to the execution and progress of work
or the interpretation of the Contract Documents.

2.6.2 prepares change orders, gathers and turns over to the Owner
written guarantees required of the Contractor and Sub-
Contractors.

2.6.3 makes periodic visits to the project site to familiarize himself

with the general progress and quality of work and to ascertain
that the work is proceeding in accordance with the Contract
Documents. The Architect shall not be required to make
exhaustive or continuous 8-hour on-site supervision to check
on the quality of the work involved and shall not be held
responsible for the Contractor's failure to carry out the
Construction work in accordance with the Contract
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 such project site visits and on the basis of his observations, he
shall report to the Client defects and deficiencies noted in the
work of Contractors, and shall condemn work found failing to
conform to the Contract Documents.

2.6.4 determines the amount owing and due to the Contractor and
issues corresponding Certificates for Payment for such
amounts based on his observations and the Contractor's
Applications for Payment. These Certificates will constitute a
certification to the Client that the work has progressed to the
state indicated and that to his best knowledge, the quality of
work performed by the Contractor is in accordance with the
Contract Documents. The Architect shall conduct the
necessary inspection to determine the date of substantial and
final completion and issue the final Certificate of Payment to
the Contractor.

2.6.5 Should more extensive inspection or full-time (8-hour)

construction supervision be required by the Client, a separate
full-time supervisor shall be hired and agreed upon by the
Owner and the Architect subject to the conditions provided in
the SPP Document on Full -Time Supervision. When the
Architect is requested by the Owner to do the full time
supervision, his services and fees shall be covered separately
in conformance with the applicable and appropriate SPP
Document.

3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

There are two ways by which the Architect may enter into contract with
the Owner as the Lead Professional working with other professionals in
the engineering and allied professions:

3.1 with a single contract between the Architect and Owner, and sub-
consultancy contracts between the Architect and the other
professionals working with the Architect.

3.2 with the Architect and the engineering and allied professionals
executing
separate contracts with the Owner.

In both cases, the professional responsibilities and civil liabilities of each

State- regulated professional remains separate. The Architect does not
assume any of the responsibilities and liabilities of the other professionals
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4. PROJECT CLASSIFICATION

Professional architectural work is classified in accordance with the degree

of complexity and the creative skill required to meet the requirements of
the Client within technical, functional, economic and aesthetic constraints.
Based on these groupings, the corresponding scale of charges shall be
prescribed in the Architect’s Guidelines to determine the fair remuneration
to the Architect.

4.1 Group 1

Buildings of the simplest utilization and character which shall

include but not be limited to the following:

Armories Parking Structures

Bakeries Printing Plants
Habitable Agricultural Buildings Public Markets
Freight Facilities Service
Garages
Hangars Simple Loft-Type Buildings
Industrial Buildings Warehouses
Manufacturing/Industrial Plants Packaging and Processing
Plants Other similar utilization type buildings

4.2 Group 2

Buildings of moderate complexity of plan / design which shall

include but not be limited to the following:

Art Galleries Nursing Homes

Banks, Exchange and other Office Buildings/ Office
Condominium Buildings Park, Playground and Open-Air
Financial Institutions Recreational
Facilities Bowlodromes Residential
Condominiums
Call Centers Police Stations
Churches and Religious FacilitiesPostal
Facilities City/Town Halls & Civic Centers
Private Clubs
College Buildings Publishing
Plants
Convents, Monasteries & Race Tracks
Seminaries Restaurants / Fastfood
Stores Correctional & Detention Facilities Retail /
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 Dormitories Shopping
Centers Exhibition Halls & Display Structures
Fire Stations Specialty Shops
Laundries & Cleaning Facilities Supermarkets/ Hyper-
marts Libraries Serviced Apartments
Malls/Mall Complexes Welfare Buildings
Motels & Apartels Mixed Use Buildings
Multi-storey Apartments Other buildings of similar
nature Showrooms/Service Centers or use

4.3 Group 3

Buildings of exceptional character and complexity of plan / design

which shall include but not be limited to the following:

Aquariums Laboratories/ Testing Facilities

Nuclear Facilities Marinas and Resort Complexes
Auditoriums Medical Arts Offices &
Clinics Airports/Wet & Dry Ports & Terminals Mental
Institutions Breweries Mortuaries
Cold Storage Facilities Observatories
Telecommunication Buildings Public Health
Centers Convention Facilities Research Facilities
Gymnasiums Stadia
Hospitals & Medical Buildings Theaters & Similar
Facilities Hotels Veterinary Hospitals
Transportation Facilities & Systems Other buildings of similar
nature or use

4.4 Group 4

Residences (single-detached, single-attached or duplex; row-houses

or shop- houses), small apartment houses and townhouses

4.5 Group 5

Monumental buildings and other facilities

Exposition & Fair Buildings Specialized decorative

buildings Mausoleums, Memorials, Museums
& Monuments Buildings of similar nature or use

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 4.6 Group 6

Projects where the plan / design and related Contract Documents

are re-used for the repetitive construction of similar buildings
without amending the drawing and the specifications

4.7 Group 7

Housing Project involving the construction of several residential

units on a single site with the use of one (1) set of plans / design,
specifications and related documents

4.8 Group 8

Projects involving extensive detail such as designs for built-in

components or elements, built-in equipment, special fittings,
screens, counters, architectural interiors (AI), and development
planning and/or design

4.9 Group 9

Alterations, renovations, rehabilitations, retrofit and expansion /

additions to existing buildings belonging to Groups 1 to 5

4.10 Group 10

The Architect is engaged to render opinion or give advice,

clarifications or explanation on technical matters pertaining to
architectural works.

5. METHOD OF COMPENSATION

The Architect’s compensation is based on the Architect’s / architectural

firm’s talents, skill, experience, imagination, and on the type and level of
professional services provided. Compensation for Regular Design Services
may be based on one or more of the following:

5.1 Percentage (%) of Project Construction Cost (PCC)

The Architect’s Fee based on the PPC shall be detailed in the

Architect’s Guidelines.

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 5.2 Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses
This cost-based method of compensation is applicable only to non-
creative work such as accounting, secretarial, research, data
gathering, preparation of reports and the like. This method of
compensation is based on technical hours spent and does not
account for creative work since the value of creative design cannot
be measured by the length of time the designer has spent on his
work. The computation is made by adding all costs of technical
services (man hours x rate) and then multiplying it by a multiplier to
cover overhead and profit.
The multiplier ranges from 1.5 to 2.5 depending on the office set-
up, overhead and experience of the Architect and the complexity of
the Project.

Other items such as cost of transportation, living and housing

allowances of foreign consultants, out-of-town living and housing
allowances of the local consultants and the like, are all to be
charged to the Client. At the start of the commission, the Architect
shall make known to the Client the rate of professionals and
personnel who will be assigned to the Project and the multiplier that
has to be applied before agreeing on this method of compensation.
FORMULA
Assume:
A= Architect’s rate /
hour C = Consultant’s
rate / hour
T= Rate per hour of Technical Staff, Researchers and others involved in
the Project AN, CN, TN = No. of hours spent by Architect, Consultants and
Technical Staff
M = Multiplier to account for overhead and reasonable profit. The value
may range from 1.5 to 2.5 depending on the set-up of the Architect’s
office and the complexity of the Project.
R = Reimbursable expenses such as transportation, housing and living
allowance of Consultant, transportation, per diem, housing and living
allowance of local consultants and technical staff if assigned to places
over 100km. from area of operation of the Architect.

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 Cost of printing of extra set of drawings, reports, maps, contract
documents, etc. over the seven (7) copies submitted to the Client,
overseas and long distance

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 calls, technical and laboratory tests, licenses, fees, taxes and similar
cost items needed by the Project.
Direct cost = AN + CN +
TN Fee = Direct Cost x M
Total Cost of Service charged to Client = Fee + R

5.3 Professional Fee Plus Expenses

This method of compensation is frequently used where there is
continuing relationship involving a series of Projects. It establishes a
fixed sum over and above the reimbursement for the Architect’s
technical time and overhead. An agreement on the general scope of
the work is necessary in order to set an equitable fee.

5.4 Lump Sum or Fixed Fee

This method may be applied to government projects since they
entail more paper work and time-consuming efforts.

5.5 Per Diem, Honorarium Plus Reimbursable Expenses

In some cases a Client may request an Architect to do work which

will require his personal time such as:

5.5.1 attending project-related meetings, conferences or trips;

5.5.2 conducting ocular inspection of possible project sites; and
5.5.3 conferring with others regarding prospective investments or
ventures and the like.

For these particular activities, the Architect as agent of the Owner

may be paid on a per diem and honorarium basis plus out-of-pocket
expenses such as but not limited to travel, accommodations and
subsistence.

5.6 Mixed Methods of Compensation

The SPP provides for more than one method of compensation on a

project. Each project should be examined to determine the most
appropriate method of compensation.

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6. OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES

6.1 Provide full information as to his requirements for the Project.

6.2 When necessary, designate a representative authorized to act on his

behalf.

6.3 Promptly examine and render decisions pertaining to documents

submitted by the Architect to avoid unreasonable delay in the
progress of the Architect’s work. The Owner should issue orders to
the General Contractor only through the Architect.

6.4 Furnish or direct the Architect to obtain at his expense, a certified

survey of the site, giving, as may be required, topographical and/or
relocation surveys covering grades and lines of streets, alleys,
easements, encroachments and related information, boundaries,
with dimensions and complete data pertaining to existing buildings,
structures, trees, plants, water bodies, wells, excavations / pits, etc.
and other improvements and full information as to the available
utility / service lines both public and private; zoning compliances,
clearances, deed/s of restrictions, encumbrances and annotations to
titles, association guidelines and standards, and soil investigations /
tests, borings and test pits necessary for determining soil and sub-
soil conditions.

6.5 Promptly pay for architectural and all other engineering and allied
services required for the project.

6.6 Pay for the design and consulting services on acoustic,

communication, electronic, and other specialty systems which may
be required for the project.

6.7 Arrange and pay for such legal, auditing, insurance, counseling and
other services as may be required for the project.

6.8 Pay for all reimbursable expenses incurred in the project as called
for in Section 7: “Other Conditions on Services” and all taxes
including VAT (but not including income tax) that the government
may impose on the Architect as a result of the services rendered by
the Architect on the project, whether the services were performed
as a natural person i.e. an individual practitioner or as a juridical
entity i.e. as a sole proprietorship, partnership or corporation.

6.9 If the Owner observes or otherwise becomes aware of anything that

may impair the successful implementation of the project, he shall
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7. OTHER CONDITIONS ON SERVICES

7.1 Conditions for the Architect’s Fee

The Architect’s Fee is based on the Project Construction Cost.

Where the Architect has to render additional services, additional
compensation shall be required.

7.2 Other Services

Other services that may be needed in order to complete the project

such as services of acoustic and illumination engineers / specialists,
mural painters, sculptors, and other service providers are to be
recommended by the Architect for the Owner’s approval. Costs for
these services are to be paid for separately by the Owner and shall
be subject to a coordination fee payable to the Architect.

7.3 Scale Models, 3D Models and Walk-Thru Presentations

Should a scale model, 3D models and/or walk-thru presentation of

the architect’s design be necessary, they are to be recommended
by the Architect for the Owner’s approval. Costs for these services
are to be paid for separately by the Owner and shall be subject to a
coordination fee payable to the Architect.

7.4 Per Diem and Traveling Expenses

A per diem plus traveling and living expenses shall be chargeable to

the Owner whenever the Architect or his duly authorized
representative is required to perform services at a locality beyond
50.0 kilometers (air, straight line or radial distance) from his
established office as it appears in the Architect’s letterhead.

7.5 Extra Sets of Contract Documents

The Owner shall pay the Architect for additional sets of Contract
Documents.

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 7.6 Change/s Ordered by the Owner

If the Architect renders additional professional services due to

changes ordered by the Owner after approval of the Architect’s
outputs, the Owner shall pay the Architect for extra time, resources/
drafting, or other office expenses.

7.7 Work Suspended or Abandoned

If the work of the Architect is abandoned or suspended in whole or

in part, the Owner shall pay the Architect for the services rendered
corresponding to the amount due at the stage of suspension or
abandonment of the work.

The primary service of the Architect is the preparation of

architectural plans/designs, specifications and other building
construction documents. These are sets of detailed instructions that
shall serve as the basis for the General Contractor to implement the
project. Once the Architect has prepared all these documents, the
Architect has completed the Detailed Design and Contract
Documents Phase of his services, which is equivalent to Ninety
percent (90%) of his work.

When the Owner therefore fails to implement the plans and

documents for construction as prepared by the Architect, the
Architect is entitled to receive as compensation the sum
corresponding to ninety percent (90%) of the Architect’s fee.

7.8 Different Periods of Construction

If portions of the building/s are erected at different periods of time,

thus increasing the construction period and Architect’s burden of
services, charges pertaining to services rendered during the
Construction Phase shall be adjusted proportionately. When the
suspension of construction exceeds a period of six (6) months, the
fee for the remaining works shall be doubled.

7.9 Services of Specialist Consultants

If the Owner requires the services of specialist consultants, they

shall be engaged with the consent of the Architect. The cost of their
services shall be paid for separately by the Owner and shall not be
deducted from the Architect’s fee.

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 7.10 Separate Services

Should the Owner require the Architect to design movable or fixed

pieces of cabinets and other architectural interior (AI) elements, site
development plan (SDP) components, urban design elements, and
other items of similar nature, the Owner shall pay the Architect in
addition to the Architect’s fee. The compensation shall be based on
the Project Construction Cost as provided for under SPP Document
203.

7.11 Fulltime Construction Supervision

Upon recommendation of the Architect and with the approval of the

Owner, full-time construction supervisors as will be deemed
necessary shall be engaged and paid by the Owner. If no Project /
Construction Manager is present, the full-time construction
supervisor shall be under the technical control and supervision of
the Architect and shall make periodic reports to the Owner and to
the Architect regarding the progress and quality of the work done.

7.12 Estimates

Any SPPCC or any Cost Estimate submitted by the Architect can

attain only a certain degree of accuracy. As the Architect has no
control over the cost of labor and materials, or the many factors
that go into competitive bidding, he does not assume any
professional responsibility for such cost estimates, unless glaring
errors or discrepancies are clearly evident.

7.13 Government Taxes and Services

The Architect’s Fee is a net amount. Any tax (exclusive of income

tax) that the national and/or local government/s may impose on the
Architect as a consequence of the services performed for the
project shall be paid by the Owner.

7.14 Ownership of Documents

All designs, drawings, models, specifications and other contract

documents and copies thereof, prepared, duly signed, stamped and
sealed and furnished as instruments of service, are the intellectual
property and documents of the Architect, whether the work for
which they were made is executed or not, and

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 are not to be reproduced or used on other work except with a
written agreement with the Architect (Sec. 33 of R.A. No. 9266).

7.15 Cost Records

During the progress of work, the Owner shall furnish the Architect a
copy of the records of expenses being incurred on the construction.
Upon completion of the project, the Owner shall furnish the
Architect a copy of the summary of all cost of labor, services,
materials, equipment, fixtures and all items used at and for the
completion of the construction.

7.16 Design and Placement of Signs

All signboards of the General Contractor, sub-contractors, jobbers

and dealers that shall be placed at the project site during the
progress of construction shall be approved by the Architect as to
size, design and contents. After the completion of the project, the
Owner or his building lessee shall consult the Architect for the
design, size of all signboards, letterings, directories and display
boards that will be placed on the exterior or public areas attached
to the building project in order to safeguard the Owner’s interest.
Nothing should be installed inside or outside of the building that
would compromise its safety and aesthetics.

7.17 Project Construction Cost (PCC)

Project Construction Cost (PCC) as herein referred to, means the

cost of the completed building to the Owner, including the structure,
plumbing/sanitary and electrical fixtures, mechanical equipment,
elevators, escalators, air- conditioning system, fire protection
system, alarm and clock system, communications and electronic
system, elements attached to the building and all items indicated in
the plans, designs, drawings and specifications prepared by the
Architect and his consultants. The construction cost of other items
planned and designed by the Architect, such as architectural
interiors (AI) and site development plan elements and other items of
similar nature, additionally planned / designed by the Architect are
also part of the PCC.

The cost of materials used and the labor for their installation are
part of the PCC. If these items are furnished by the Owner below its
market cost, the cost of the material and labor shall nonetheless be
computed on the basis of the current (and fair market value) costs.

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 The PCC does not include any of the fees for the Architect, the
Engineer, the Specialist Consultants or the salaries of the
construction inspectors.

7.18 Project Development Cost

Project Development Cost shall include cost of the construction as

well as all professional fees, permits, clearances and utilities and
cost of acquiring the project site / lot, cost of money, etc.

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 STANDARD OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (SPP)
ON SPECIALIZED ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
(Part of the IRR of R.A. No. 9266)
SPP Document 203
(replacing the 1979 UAP Doc. 203)

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Time and technology have evolved to a level where specialized

architectural services are needed to complete, complement or
supplement the necessary work for the totality of a project.

1.2 Apart from the legal definition/s supplied under R.A. No. 9266,
Architecture may also be defined as the blending of aesthetics,
functions, space, materials and its environment resulting from the
application of various technologies and skills in different fields.

1.3 Specialized Architectural Services deals with specific expertise for

further enhancement of the architectural interior and exterior
components of a project.

1.4 The Architect’s responsibility to man and society is to make sure

that both the building and its physical environment enhance the
lives of people by strictly adhering to national and international
standards with regard to public health, safety and welfare.

1.5 The architectural plan and design of the building properly falls
under the Architect’s Regular Design Services (SPP Document No.
202).

1.6 Design services needed within and outside the building which fall
under Specialized Architectural Services as listed under the
pertinent provisions of
R.A. No. 9266 and its 2004 IRR, include but are not limited to the
following:

1.6.1 Architectural Interiors (AI)

1.6.2 Acoustic Design

1.6.3 Architectural Lighting Layout and Design

1.6.4 Site Development Planning (SDP)

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 1.6.5 Site and Physical Planning Services (including Master
Development Planning, Subdivision Planning and Urban
Design)

1.6.6 Comprehensive Development Planning

1.6.7 Historic and Cultural Heritage Conservation and Planning

1.6.8 Security Evaluation and Planning

1.6.9 Building Systems Design

1.6.10 Facilities Maintenance Support

1.6.11 Building Testing and Commissioning

1.6.12 Building Environmental Certification

1.6.13 Forensic Architecture

1.6.14 Building Appraisal

1.6.15 Structural Conceptualization

1.6.16 Preliminary Services

1.6.17 Contract Documentation and Review

1.6.18 Post-Design Services (including Construction

Management Services)

1.6.19 Dispute Avoidance and Resolution

1.6.20 Architectural Research Methods

1.6.21 Special Building/ Facility Planning and Design

1.6.22 Building Components

1.6.23 Management of Architectural Practices

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 1.7 The term Consulting Architect (CA) shall refer only to a RLA who
may also be a separately Registered and Licensed Professional
(RLP) i.e. a natural person under Philippine law and jurisprudence
with a valid certificate of registration and a valid professional
identification card (representing the renewable license) for the
lawful practice of one or more State-regulated profession other than
architecture.

1.8 For this SPP, the term Architect refers to the Consulting Architect
(CA) who may be the holder of a valid Specialist Certificate that may
be issued by the Board and/or the Commission, upon due
qualification or accreditation by the IAPoA.

203.1 ARCHITECTURAL INTERIOR (AI) SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Architectural Interiors (AI), specifically mentioned under Secs. 3 (4)

(g) and 14 (3) of R.A. No. 9266, involves the detailed planning and
design of the indoor / enclosed areas of any proposed building /
structure, including retrofit, renovation, rehabilitation or expansion
work which shall cover all architectural and utility aspects, including
the architectural lay-outing of all building engineering systems
found therein.

1.2 Depending on the complexity of the Project, the Architect

undertaking professional AI services must be sufficiently
experienced in the planning, design and detailing of AI elements.

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

2.1 In the design of a building, the Architect works on a development

concept. To realize this, the Architect develops the design by
determining the size and interrelationship of interior spaces, laying
out the furniture, movables, equipment, built-ins and fixtures to
support the required activities, thus making both the exterior and
interior spaces contribute to the total concept.

2.2 The Architect plans and designs the architectural interiors (AI) of
buildings such that they contribute to the physical, visual,
intellectual and emotional comforts of the intended end-users.

2.3 As such a specialist, the Architect:

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 2.3.1 Prescribes space plans, stacking diagrams/ sections and
computations of areas for the different activities and spaces
to be integrated in a building Project.

2.3.2 Lays out and prescribes furniture/ built-ins/ equipment for the
project and prepares specifications of AI components
including all floor / wall / ceiling finishes, doors and partition
systems, hardware, modular or ready-assembled furniture
pieces/ systems, equipment, furnishings, built-ins, fixtures,
signages and graphic devices, etc.

2.3.3 Assists the Client in conducting bids or negotiations with

General Contractors, sub-contractors and suppliers of building
materials, furniture, equipment, fixtures, etc.

2.3.4 Checks and approves samples of materials and shop

drawings of AI
components.

2.3.5 Reviews and approves billings of AI components.

2.3.6 Conducts final inspection and approves installed AI

components and related items.

3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

The Architect may enter into contract with the Owner in two possible ways:

3.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting

Architect for AI services.

3.2 Working as Consulting Architect for AI services only.

4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION

4.1 For projects involving extensive detailing of AI components such as

custom floor, wall, ceiling construction and finishes, cabinet design,
built-in components, equipment and special fittings, the Architect’s
Fee shall be a percentage of the cost of the AI work. This excludes
the fee of any Engineering and / or Specialist Consultants (SCs)
working with the Architect.

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 4.2 Should the Client separately hire the services of Specialist
Consultants (SCs), their professional fee shall be for the account of
the Client.

4.3 For this Specialized Service, the payment of the Architect’s

services shall be as stated in the Architect’s Guidelines.

203.2 ACOUSTIC DESIGN SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Acoustic design services involves the detailed planning and design
to control sound transmission for compatibility with the architectural
design concept.

1.2 Throughout architectural history, one of the limiting criteria in

building design has been the need to control sound in an enclosed
space. The continuing evolution of products and techniques in
sound management and control has provided a wider flexibility in
the design of the interior environment. This allows the Architect to
build an environment that answers the acoustical demands of
varied activities within an enclosed space.

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

2.1 The Architect is the prime professional commissioned by the

Owner/Client to plan and design the building/structure and all its
utilities and to coordinate the works of all allied design professionals
involved in the project including all inter-disciplinary and specialized
works. He shall make certain that these inputs comply with the
requirements of the project and are compatible with the
architectural design concept.

2.2 As a specialist for acoustic design, the Architect:

2.2.1 Prepares the drawings and specifications for acoustic

design and treatment, sound control and reinforcement,
sound absorption, reflectance, insulation, etc.

2.2.2 Assists the Owner/ Client in bidding out the work or in

negotiating with a specialty sub-contractor

2.2.3 Checks and approves samples of materials and equipment

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 2.2.4 Conducts final inspection of work and equipment

2.2.5 Assists Owner/ Client in evaluating the amount due the sub-
contractor.

3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

The Architect may enter into contract with the Owner in two possible ways:

3.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting

Architect for acoustic design services.

3.2 Working as Consulting Architect for acoustic design services only.

4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION

4.1 The Architect’s Fee for acoustic design services shall

depend on the complexity of the works to be undertaken.

4.2 Should the Owner/Client hire separately the services of other

Specialist Consultants (SCs), their fee shall be for the account of
the Owner/ Client and shall be paid directly to the SC.

4.3 For this Specialized Service, the payment of the Architect’s

services shall be as stated in the Architect’s Guidelines.

203.3 ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING LAYOUT AND DESIGN

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Architectural Lighting Layout and Design Services involves the

detailed planning and design of light transmission, timing and
control for compatibility with the architectural design concept.

1.2 One of the limiting criteria in building design has been the need to
control light in an enclosed or defined space. The continuing
evolution of products and techniques in lighting has provided a
wider flexibility in the design of the building’s interior and exterior
environments. This allows the Architect to build an environment
that answers the lighting demands of varied activities within and
outside a building.

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2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

2.1 The Architect is the prime professional commissioned by the

Owner/Client to plan and design the building/ structure and all its
utilities and to coordinate the works of all allied design professionals
involved in the project including all inter-disciplinary and specialized
works. He shall make certain that these inputs comply with the
requirements of the project and are compatible with the
architectural design concept.
2.2 As a specialist for lighting layout and design, the Architect :

2.2.1 Prepares the drawings and specifications for lighting

design, illumination, fixture placement, efficiency,
energy considerations, etc.

2.2.2 Assists the Owner/ Client in bidding out the work or in

negotiating with a specialty sub-contractor

2.2.3 Checks and approve samples of materials and fixtures

2.2.4 Conducts final inspection of work and fixtures

2.2.5 Assists Owner/ Client to evaluate the amount due the sub-
contractor

3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

The Architect may enter into contract with the Owner in two possible ways:

3.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting

Architect for architectural lighting and layout design services.

3.2 Working as Consulting Architect for architectural lighting and

layout design services only.

4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION

4.1 The Architect’s Fee for lighting layout and design services shall
depend on the complexity of the works to be undertaken.

4.2 Should the Owner/Client hire separately the services of Specialist

Consultants, the fee shall be for the account of the Owner/Client
and shall be paid directly to the Consultant.

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 4.3 “Cost of the Work” means the total cost of all fixtures and
accessories, which were either designed, specified or procured by
the Specialist Architect and/or his Specialist Consultants (SCs) for
the Owner/ Client, and that were used or installed in the project.

4.4 For this Special Service, the payment of the Architect’s services
shall be as stated in the Architect’s Guidelines

203.4 SITE DEVELOPMENT PLANNING (SDP) SERVICES

1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 The space planning, architectural lay-outing and utilization of
spaces within and surrounding a specific building/ structure in
relation with the existing natural and/or built environments have to
be a well-coordinated effort so that both the building/ structure and
the host environment shall act as one. Arising from his concept of
the total environment, the Architect is not merely concerned with
the building/structure he creates but with the grounds and
surrounding space as well. He studies the existing environment in
relation to the building/structure and consequently lays out the
areas/ grounds immediately surrounding the building/ structure.

1.2 Ordinarily, the landscaping layout of small building projects could be

done by the Architect as part of the site development planning
(SDP) effort. However, if the project is large in scale, the Architect
must hire other State-regulated professionals (RLPs) as qualified
Specialist Consultants (SCs).

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

2.1 The Architect, upon designing a building/ structure, complements

this with the design of the surroundings that will make the space fit
for a specific mood and for the required activities. He lays out the
open spaces in and around the structure such that they contribute
to the totality of the project.

2.2 In order to achieve a well-balanced design of the environment

enveloping a specific building/structure, the Specialist Architect:

2.2.1 Conceptualizes the entire site development plan (SDP)

including the generic scope of civil works and the general
scope of softscape and hardscape requirements.

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 2.2.2 Conceptualizes the specifications for the needed civil works
and utility lines.

2.2.3 Assists the Owner/Client in bidding out the work or negotiating

with landscape, waterscape, rock formation contractors, etc.,
but mainly when no SC is available.

3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

The Architect may enter into contract with the Owner in two possible ways:

3.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting

Architect for site development planning services.

3.2 Working as Consulting Architect for site development services only.

4. MANNER OF COMPENSATION

4.1 The Architect’s Fee for site development planning (SDP) services
shall depend on the estimated cost of the civil works and
landscaping works i.e. hardscape and softscape, depending on the
magnitude and complexity of the work required by the project. If
the Architect is also certified and licensed as a separate RLP e.g. a
Landscape Architect, and is suitably experienced, the Architect’s fee
shall increase correspondingly, depending on the magnitude and
complexity of the work required by the project.

4.2 Should the Owner/ Client separately engage the services of a

Landscape Architect, the fee of the said Specialist Consultant shall
be for the account of the Owner/Client and paid directly to the SC.

4.3 For this Specialized Service, the payment of the Architect’s

services
shall be as stated in the Architect’s Guidelines.

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203.5 SITE AND PHYSICAL PLANNING (INCLUDING MASTER
DEVELOPMENT PLANNING, SUBDIVISION PLANNING AND
URBAN DESIGN) SERVICES
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Physical planning refers to the orderly arrangement within a piece
of land or property on which vertical structures such as buildings,
monuments and the like, as well as horizontal developments such
as rights-of-way (ROWs), open spaces and activity spaces are to be
proposed.

1.2 Planning, as we know it today, started with physical planning, with

Architects performing the lead role. The great cities of the world
have taken shape mainly through the activities of visionary
Architects who actively engaged in physical planning.

1.3 The Architect is concerned not merely with a building/structure but

with its immediate surroundings as well. In planning for a building,
he studies its interrelationship with other structures, the
surrounding environment, and their effect and impact on the
neighboring areas.

1.4 If the Architect is commissioned to do physical plans for specific

site, he has to go beyond the study of human behavior and
activities and must undertake an in-depth study of the host site’s
economic systems, its laws and regulations, tax structure,
infrastructure, utilities, and all other components that will have a
bearing on the project.

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

2.1 All ideas and concepts have to be translated into physical plans
before they can be implemented. It is the Specialist Architect who
provides a multi- dimensional point-of-view to a 2-dimensional
physical plan. By virtue of the Architect’s training and experience in
coordinating the works of a multi- disciplinary team, the Architect
becomes the logical Prime Professional responsible for directing
team efforts to deal with the required physical planning work.

2.2 Physical planning is concerned with the general quality of the

settings for people and their activities, buildings and other natural
and man-made phenomenon.

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 2.3 The Architect undertakes the site planning of a project that requires
a composite arrangement of several buildings/ structures and their
requisite amenities, facilities, services and utilities within a natural
or built setting.

2.4 Should other services be required by the project, such as

environmental studies, feasibility studies, market analysis,
access/movement systems, impact analysis and others, said
services should be performed by duly- qualified professionals with
the Architect acting as the Lead Professional of the physical planning
team.

2.5 Depending on the complexity of the project, the Architect may hire
additional Specialist Consultants (SCs) whose expert advice may be
needed to validate certain features of the physical plan. The fee of
any additional SC needed in the project must be paid separately by
the Owner/Client.

2.6 When the Architect is commissioned to do physical planning for

building sites such as Industrial Estates, Commercial, Religious,
Institutional and Government/Civic Centers, Sports Complexes,
Tourist Centers/ Tourism Estates/ Resorts, Amusement Parks,
Educational Facilities, Residential and Housing Subdivisions and the
like, the Architect:

2.6.1 Confers with the Owner/ Client on project requirements,

secures sufficient primary and secondary data to generate
reliable projections and analyses which are to be used as
basis for the preparation of physical plans/designs.

2.6.2 Examines laws, ordinances, rules and regulations affecting the

project
i.e. code searches, and considers the best industry
practices applicable.

2.6.3 Prepares framework and conceptual master development

plans (FRDPs and CMDPs) and report/s from relevant
information gathered by other disciplines.

2.6.4 Prepares Preliminary up to Detailed Master Development

Plans (PMDPs/ DMDPs) showing the physical
layout/distribution of areas, road network/s, vehicular and
pedestrian movement/ access systems, legal easements,
basic utility layouts/ corridors, landscape layouts, lot pad
elevations, lot primacy matrices, deed of restrictions (DoR),
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typology, land use tabulations, building footprints, roof-
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 prints, view corridors, building cast shadow projections and/or
reflected light/heat projections from buildings, etc., and
presents the same to the Owner/Client, the Government and
at public consultations as needed.

2.6.5 Prepares the SPPCC for the total physical development.

2.6.6 Undertakes modifications, revisions and changes as may be

required by the Owner/ Client and the project within the
engagement period.

2.6.7 Prepares the finalized plans, reports and specifications

needed for approval by Owner/ Client or proper government
agencies concerned.

2.6.8 Prepares the phasing of the construction with the concurrence

of the Owner/Client.

2.6.9 Prepares Project Cost Estimates (PCE) based on current

cost parameters.

1. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

The Architect may enter into contract with the Owner in two possible ways:

1.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting

Architect for site and physical planning services.

1.2 Working as Consulting Architect for site and physical planning

services only.

2. MANNER OF COMPENSATION

The fee structure for Site and Physical Planning Services by the Architect
shall be as stated in the Architect’s Guidelines.

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203.6 COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
(CDP) SERVICES
1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Comprehensive Development Planning (CDP) Services are based on

the concept of expanded physical planning services to include other
activities necessary for the proper handling of the numerous
components considered in the formulation, implementation and
realization of a Master Development Plan (MDP). Comprehensive
Development Planning (CDP) covers the range of all services from
primary data gathering through the formulation of the MDP and the
parallel preparation of the environmental impact assessment/
statement (EIA/S).

1.2 While the planning team is multi-disciplinary, the CDP Services may
place heavy emphasis on the non-physical/ non-engineering
components of the development plan i.e. financial,
economic/market demand/forecast, administrative-political-
institutional-legal, socio-cultural, environmental, and the like. In
contrast, MDP Services puts a premium on the physical planning
and engineering components of the development plan, which are
the direct or sequential physical translations of the inputs from the
initial stages of the CDP effort.

1.3 If suitably trained and experienced, the Architect’s ability to

synthesize and organize into a whole, the various information
relating to the user’s needs, perception and expectations, site
and climatic conditions, construction technology, materials, cost
and other information, qualifies him to take the lead role in an
undertaking that cuts across various disciplines.

1.4 The Consulting Architect is concerned with the management and

use of land as well as the conservation, preservation and upgrading
of the human environment. Since the Architect, particularly if a
separate RLP i.e. Environmental Planner (EnP) with suitable training
and experience in physical and land use planning, has the social
commitment and technical experience as coordinator of several
disciplines, he is qualified to lead the multi- disciplinary team in
offering Comprehensive Development Planning (CDP) Services.

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1. SCOPE OF SERVICES

1.1 If the Architect (an RLA) is separately qualified and suitably

experienced as an Environmental Planner, the range of all services
offered by the Architect from data base gathering, to the
preparation of environmental impact assessments/statements
(EIA/S), up to the formulation of the Comprehensive Development
Plan (CDP), may include the following components:

1.1.1 Physical Component - land use and the changes which occur
within the physical environment (within the space where such
activities take place), represented mainly by the MDP.

1.1.2 Economic Component - the nation’s assets and its

management.

1.1.3 Socio-Cultural Component - the people, their living conditions

and the seeking of ways to ameliorate it.

1.1.4 Transport Component - road and transit networks, land-sea-air

linkages, the movement of people and goods from one place
to another.

1.1.5 Legal and Administrative Component - the relationship of

adopted development proposals and policies to existing laws.

1.2 Comprehensive Development Planning (CDP) calls for the detailed

study of physical, social, economic and administrative components
and as such requires the expertise and knowledge of Specialist
Consultants (SCs).

1.3 When the Consulting Architect is commissioned to do a

Comprehensive Development Planning effort, he performs the
following:

1.3.1 Identifies existing land use, resources, social behavior and

interaction;

1.3.2 Undertakes environmental analysis, demographic analysis

and feasibility studies;

1.3.3 Examines existing laws, ordinances, political/ social

constraints;

1.3.4 Prepares the conceptual development plans, policies,

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comprehensive and/or master planning solution/s.

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2. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

The Architect may enter into contract with the Owner in two possible ways:

2.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting

Architect for comprehensive development planning services.

2.2 Working as Consulting Architect for comprehensive development

planning services only.

3. MANNER OF COMPENSATION

Compensation for the foregoing specialized architectural service shall be

through man-months i.e. 22 man-days multiplied by 8 man-hours, and
multiplied by a factor to cover other direct and indirect costs e.g.
overhead, etc. or as prescribed by the Architect’s Guidelines.

203.7 HISTORIC AND HERITAGE CONSERVATION AND PLANNING

The suitably trained and experienced Consulting Architect in this area of
architectural practice provides research, assessment, recording,
management, interpretation and conservation of historical heritage.

203.8 SECURITY EVALUATION AND PLANNING

The Consulting Architect in this area of practice arranges and formulates

methods of rating and ascertaining the value of structures or facilities
which must be fully secured, kept safe, protected, assured, guaranteed
and provided sufficient safeguards for the conduct of any work or activity.

203.9 BUILDING SYSTEMS DESIGN

The Architect in this area of practice engages in methods of producing
building components in a highly engineered, efficient and cost-effective
manner, particularly for residential and commercial applications.

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203.10 FACILITIES MAINTENANCE SUPPORT
The Consulting Architect in this area of practice provides the Owner/Client
with means and measures to ensure the proper function and maintenance
of the building/structure and site after final inspection.

203.11 BUILDING TESTING AND COMMISSIONING

The Architect in this area of practice recommends the systematic process

of ensuring that a building/structure’s array of systems is planned,
designed, installed and tested to perform according to the design intent
and the building’s operational needs. If the building materials, equipment
and systems are not installed properly or are not operating as intended,
the effectiveness, efficiency, productivity and other benefits of high
performance plans/designs will not be achieved.

203.12 BUILDING ENVIRONMENT CERTIFICATION

A building environment rating system is needed to evaluate the
environmental performance of a building and to encourage market
migration towards sustainable design. The rating system must be:

 credit-based, allowing projects to earn points for environment-friendly

use of the building / structure and actions taken during planning,
design, construction and occupancy.
 flexible, such that projects need not meet identical requirements to
qualify.
 consensus-based and market-driven, in order to accelerate the
development and implementation of green building practices.

The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more
than the basic knowledge of Green Architecture and Environmental
and/or Sustainable Design and sufficient knowledge of the governing
environmental laws and environmental investigation processes and
procedures under international protocols such as the Philippine Solid
Waste, Clean Air and Clean Water Acts, DENR administrative issuances
and the like.

203.13 FORENSIC ARCHITECTURE

The Architect in this area of practice undertakes a scientific study on the

built environment’s well-being, which allows the Architect to focus on the
ways in which the building/structure can best maintain itself and prolong
its life in a cost-efficient

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 manner, and finally provide recommendations to the Owner/ Client. The
forensic study may include:

 determination as to the causes of building, building component

and/or building material deterioration
 the causes of observed building deficiencies e.g., non-compliance with
planning and building laws, deviations from original use or function of
spaces
 research on possible faulty activities and operations
during the project implementation phase
 determination of faulty plan/ design and/or construction methodology.

203.14 BUILDING APPRAISAL

Appraisal is defined as an act or process of estimating value. The

Consulting Architect in this area of practice places value on the building/
structure condition and defects, and on its repair and maintenance,
including the required improvements.

203.15 STRUCTURAL CONCEPTUALIZATION

The Architect in this area of practice conceives, chooses and develops the
type, disposition, arrangement and proportioning of the structural
elements of an architectural work, giving due considerations to safety,
cost-effectiveness, functionality and aesthetics.

203.16 PRELIMINARY SERVICES

The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more
than the basic knowledge of Site Analysis, Space Planning and
Management, Architectural Programming, and the other services under
SPP Document 201.

203.17 CONTRACT DOCUMENTATION AND REVIEW SERVICES

The Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic
knowledge of Specification Writing, Estimation and Quantity Survey,
Architectural Production, Architectural Software, Architectural Support
Services and Contract Document Review.

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203.18 POST-DESIGN SERVICES
(INCLUDING CONSTRUCTION SERVICES)

The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more
than the basic knowledge of Pre-Construction, Construction, Post-
Construction and the other services under SPP Documents 204, 206 and
207.

Included under this specialized practice is the preparation of the Fire

Safety and Life Assessment Report (FALAR) required by R.A. No. 9514,
the 2008 Fire Code of the Philippines and its 2009 IRR.

203.19 DISPUTE AVOIDANCE AND RESOLUTION

The Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic
knowledge of the various modes of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
prescribed under R.A. No. 9285, the ADR Act of 2004 and its IRR i.e.
Construction Arbitration, Mediation and Conciliation, Negotiation and of
Contract Administration, Quality Surveys, Appraisals and Adjustments and
Expert Testimony. An Architect specializing in ADR must preferably be
State-accredited.

203.20 ARCHITECTURAL RESEARCH METHODS

The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more
than the basic knowledge of Research Methods, Philippine Architecture
and its History, Architectural Materials and Finishes, Building Types and
Standards, Architectural Design Trends, Architectural Writing and
Architectural Photography.

203.21 SPECIAL BUILDING/ FACILITY PLANNING AND DESIGN

The Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic
knowledge of the Planning and Design Processes required for Housing
Developments, Recreational and Tourism Estates, Health Care and
Hospitality Facilities, Transportation and Telecommunications Facilities,
Production and Extractive Facilities, Utility-related Developments, Secure
Facilities, Business and Industrial Parks, Economic Zones and Community
Architecture and the like.

203.22 BUILDING COMPONENTS

The Consulting Architect in this area of practice must have much more
than the basic knowledge of Building Materials and Finishes,
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 Building Envelopes including cladding and roofing systems, Architectural
Fenestrations and Architectural Hardware, Fixtures and Fittings.

203.23 MANAGEMENT OF ARCHITECTURAL PRACTICES

The Architect in this area of practice must have much more than the basic
knowledge of the Types of Architectural Office Operations, Architectural
Office Management, Accounting / Finance / Taxation / Audit, Labor Code,
Architectural Marketing and Project Development, Proposals/
Negotiations/ Contracts, Contract Administration, File Management and
Limitations of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and Knowledge Process
Outsourcing (KPO) Operations.

General Notes:
METHOD OF COMPENSATION FOR SPECIALIZED ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES

Compensation for the foregoing specialized architectural services, all of

which may be classified as additional or extra services, shall be through
man-months i.e. 22 man-days multiplied by 8 man-hours, and multiplied
by a factor to cover other direct and indirect costs e.g. overhead, etc. or
any other applicable mode of determination of the Architect’s fee as
stated in Doc. 201, Doc. 202 and the Architect’s Guidelines.

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 STANDARD OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (SPP)
ON FULLTIME SUPERVISION SERVICES
(Part of the IRR of R.A. No. 9266)
SPP Document 204-A
(replacing the 1979 UAP Doc. 204-A)

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 For the past 50 years, four principal members were involved in the
design and building construction process:

1.1.1 The Owner who orders for the implementation of a project;

1.1.2 The Architect and his Specialist Consultants (SCs) who

render plan/design services and limited inspection work;

1.1.3 The Contractor who performs the construction work;

1.1.4 The individual or group of individuals who assist in the

supervision and delivery of the work.

1.2 The Architect-in-charge of construction (Aicc) is directly and

professionally responsible and liable for the construction supervision
of the project.

1.3 When projects were still manageable in size, the Architect was then
assisted by a construction inspector, traditionally called Clerk-of-
Works. As projects become more complex, it becomes necessary for
a construction supervision group to do the full-time inspection at
the project site.

1.4 The Construction Supervision Group (CSG) is normally

recommended by the Architect based on their performance, and
hired by the Owner. They are answerable to both the Owner and
Architect.

2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

2.1 Quality Control

2.2 Evaluation of Construction Work

2.3 Preparation of Daily Inspection Reports

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 2.4 Filing of documents

The detailed tasks shall be as specified under the Architect’s Guidelines.

3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

There are two ways by which the Architect may enter into contract with the
Owner:

3.1 Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting

Architect for fulltime supervision services or as the Construction
Supervision Group (CSG). As the Architect-of-record (Aor) of the
project, the Aor is in a better position to interpret his drawings and
documents and to assure conformity by the Contractor. He can
assign his staff to undertake the fulltime supervisory work to
perform the works as enumerated in the Architect’s Guidelines.

3.2 Working as Consulting Architect for fulltime supervision services

only or as the CSG.

4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION

The Architect’s compensation is based on the Architect’s / architectural

firm’s talents, skill, experience, and on the type and level of professional
services provided. Compensation for Fulltime Supervision Services may be
based on one or more of the following:

4.1 Percentage (%) of Project Construction Cost (PCC)

The Architect’s Fee for Fulltime Supervision as based on the PPC

shall be detailed in the Architect’s Guidelines.

4.2 Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses

This cost-based method of compensation is applicable only to non-

creative work such as accounting, secretarial, research, data
gathering, preparation of reports and the like. This method of
compensation is based on technical hours spent and does not
account for creative work since the value of creative design cannot
be measured by the length of time the designer has spent on his
work. The computation is made by adding all costs of technical
services (man hours x rate) and then multiplying it by a multiplier to
cover overhead and profit.

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 The multiplier ranges from 1.5 to 2.5 depending on the office set-
up, overhead and experience of the Architect and the complexity of
the Project.

Other items such as cost of transportation, living and housing

allowances of foreign consultants, out-of-town living and housing
allowances of the local consultants and the like, are all to be
charged to the Client. At the start of the commission, the Architect
shall make known to the Client the rate of professionals and
personnel who will be assigned to the Project and the multiplier that
has to be applied before agreeing on this method of compensation.
FORMULA
Assume:
A= Architect’s rate /
hour C = Consultant’s
rate / hour
T= Rate per hour of Technical Staff, Inspectors and others involved in
the Project AN, CN, TN = No. of hours spent by Architect, Consultants
and Technical Staff
M = Multiplier to account for overhead and reasonable profit. The value
may range from 1.5 to 2.5 depending on the set-up of the Architect’s
office and the complexity of the Project.
R = Reimbursable expenses such as transportation, housing and living
allowance of Consultant, transportation, per diem, housing and living
allowance of local consultants and technical staff if assigned to places
over 100km. from area of operation of the Architect.
Cost of printing of extra set of drawings, reports, maps, contract
documents, etc. over the seven (7) copies submitted to the Client,
overseas and long distance calls, technical and laboratory tests,
licenses, fees, taxes and similar cost items needed by the Project.
Direct cost = AN + CN +
TN Fee = Direct Cost x M
Total Cost of Service charged to Client = Fee + R

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 4.3 Professional Fee Plus Expenses

This method of compensation is frequently used where there is

continuing relationship involving a series of Projects. It establishes a
fixed sum over and above the reimbursement for the Architect’s
technical time and overhead. An agreement on the general scope of
the work is necessary in order to set an equitable fee.

4.4 Lump Sum or Fixed Fee

This method may be applied to government projects since they

entail more paper work and time-consuming efforts.

4.5 Per Diem, Honorarium Plus Reimbursable Expenses

In some cases a Client may request an Architect to do work which

will require his personal time such as:

7.18.1 attending project-related meetings, conferences or trips;

7.18.2 conducting ocular inspection of possible project sites; and
7.18.3 conferring with others regarding prospective investments
or ventures and the like.

For these particular activities, the Architect as agent of the Owner

may be paid on a per diem and honorarium basis plus out-of-pocket
expenses such as but not limited to travel, accommodations and
subsistence.

4.6 Mixed Methods of Compensation

The SPP provides for more than one method of compensation on a

project. Each project should be examined to determine the most
appropriate method of compensation.

5. LIMITATION OF AUTHORITY

5.1 The Construction Supervision Group (CSG), which may be a qualified

architectural firm, or which the Architect is only part of, shall not
assume the responsibility of the Contractor’s project
superintendent.

5.2 The CSG shall not make decisions on matters that are the sole
responsibility of the Architect-of-record (Aor).

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6. LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY

6.1 The Construction Supervision Group (CSG) is responsible to the

Owner only for administrative matters. For technical matters, the
CSG is responsible to the Architect-of-record (Aor).

6.2 Under Article 1723 of the present Civil Code, the CSG may appear
not to have any legal responsibility since the Architect-of-record
(Aor) and Engineers-of-record (Eors) are responsible for the design
while the Contractor is responsible for the construction. However, a
Service Contract / Agreement between the CSG and the Owner may
stipulate certain professional responsibilities and civil liabilities of
the CSG, particularly if the CSG is party to the review of the
Contract Documents and their subsequent evaluation and
interpretation during the course of construction.

6.3 If the Aor (and Eors) and the Contractor are sued by an Owner for
civil liabilities due to the performance or non-performance of certain
acts traceable to the CSG, the Aor and Eors may file cross claims
against the CSG.

7. QUALIFICATIONS

Inspectors of the Construction Supervision Group (CSG) must have:

7.1 A Bachelor of Science in Architecture (B.S. Arch.) degree

7.2 Extensive experience in design and building construction and must

be very knowledgeable in building materials and construction
detailing.

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ON CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES
(Part of the IRR of R.A. No. 9266)
SPP Document 204-B
(replacing the 1979 UAP Doc. 204-B)

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Due to the increasing complexity of construction projects, there is

an upward demand for more effective cost control and faster project
implementation consistent with high quality of work. Construction
Management Services were thus instituted to fill this need in the
construction industry.

1.2 The Construction Manager (CM) could either be:

1.2.1 a member of the staff of the Owner,

1.2.2 an independent individual, or
1.2.3 a firm hired by the Owner to manage the construction of a
particular project.

1.3 The Architect can serve as the Construction Manager (CM). His
training in the coordination of various specialties allows him to
supervise and assure proper monitoring of all construction activities
with regards to quality, workmanship and cost.

2. FUNCTIONS AND DESCRIPTION OF TASKS

2.1 The responsibilities of the Construction Manager (CM) include the

functions of the Construction Supervision Group (CSG). (reference
Doc. 204-A and Architect’s Guidelines)

2.1.1 Coordination and Supervision

2.1.2 Cost and Time Control
2.1.3 Quality Control of Work and
2.1.4 Keeping of Records

2.2 The Construction Manager (CM) may hire the CSG to be under his
employ or may supervise the CSG hired directly by the Owner.

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3. LIMITATION OF AUTHORITY

The Architect as the Construction Manager shall not:

3.1 Involve himself directly with the work of the Contractor such that it
may be construed that he is assuming the Contractor’s liability as
provided for in Article 1723, etc. of the Civil Code.

3.2 Impose methods, systems or designs that will substantially affect

the construction schedule and impair the design concept of the
Architect.

4. LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY

4.1 The Architect as the Construction Manager (CM) is directly

responsible to the Owner on all aspects of the construction work:
programming, coordination, quality and cost control and time
management.

4.2 The CM assumes no liability in case equipment fail to function or if a

portion of the building collapses:
4.2.1 due to deficiencies in the plan / design, provided the CM
did not
participate in the plan / design review and approval, or
4.2.2 due to the deficiencies in the manner of construction,
provided the CM faithfully discharged his function/s during the
construction / project implementation.
5. QUALIFICATIONS
The Construction Manager may be an individual or a firm.
5.1 The individual or the principal of the firm must be a State-regulated
professional, preferably an Architect with managerial capabilities
and extensive experience in the field of construction. The Architect
must be a Registered and Licensed Architects (RLA), with an
updated professional identification card and must be a member in
good standing of the Integrated and Accredited Professional
Organization of Architects (IAPOA).
5.2 Architects who are Contractors or who have already been in
responsible charge of construction works are usually capable of
becoming Construction Managers (CMs).

6. METHOD OF COMPENSATION
Since construction management is not part of the regular services of the
Architect, the services rendered by the Architect as a Construction
Manager (CM) shall be separately compensated.

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 STANDARD OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (SPP)
ON POST-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
(Part of the IRR of R.A. No. 9266)
SPP Document 205
(replacing the 1979 UAP Doc. 205)

7. INTRODUCTION
7.3 Building administration and management goes beyond maintenance
and upkeep functions. It requires the services of a multi-disciplinary
professional who can perform a wide range or functions for the
efficient and economical operation and maintenance of a building,
facility or a complex.
7.4 In Post-Construction Services, the channels of communication are
kept open among the building owners, operators, architects,
engineers, builders, manufacturers, building research groups, utility
providers, furniture and equipment vendors and building
administrators/ property managers to provide access to information
regarding the performance and upkeep of buildings.
7.5 The Architect may be engaged as the Building Administrator and/or
Property Manager of a commercial, industrial, residential or
institutional building, facility or complex to maximize the lifespan of
the building/s in order to produce the maximum economic return.

8. SCOPE OF SERVICES

8.1 Building and Facilities Administration

8.1.1 Building Maintenance. The Architect shall:

a. See to it that the building and all the parts thereof

(structure, plumbing, electrical, partitions, finishes, etc.)
are all in good condition.

b. Formulate and enforce rules for the proper use of the

building and facility, particularly in the common areas and
the emergency/ egress/ exit areas.

c. Monitor security services, and

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 d. Monitor maintenance and upkeep services (cleanliness of
corridors, lobbies, stairs and other common areas, exits,
parking areas, garbage collection)
2.1.2 Grounds and Landscaping Supervision. The Architect shall:
a. Supervise landscape contractors and gardeners for the
proper watering, pruning, trimming and maintenance of
the landscape (both hardscapes and softscapes);
b. Maintain orderly entrances, exits and parking areas; and
c. Maintain streets i.e. road rights-of–way (RROWs),
walkways, and ramps.
2.1.3 Building Equipment Maintenance. The Architect shall:
a. Assist the proper third parties in seeing to it that all
equipment (air- conditioning, sprinkler system, generators,
transformers, tele communications equipment, etc.) are
properly maintained and in good working condition
2.1.4 Business Development and Management. The Architect shall:
a. Innovate schemes to attain maximum building occupancy

b. Bill the tenants for rentals and utilities (electricity, water,

telephone, cable, gas and other/ related dues)
2.2 Post-Construction Evaluation
2.2.2 Upon the request of the Owner, the Architect shall:
a. evaluate the initial design program vs. the actual use of the
facility;
b. determine the effectiveness of the various building
systems and the materials systems in use;
c. assist the proper third parties in evaluating the functional
effectiveness of the design and construction process
undertaken, and
d. study, research, and give solutions to any discovered/
emerging/ evolving defects and failures such as shrinkage,
water seepage and other problems in the building. This is
referred to as “forensic investigation” of the building’s
systems (Reference Doc 203).

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3. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

The Architect may enter into contract with the Owner in two possible ways:

3.1. Working in a dual capacity as Architect-of-record and as Consulting

Architect for post-construction services.
3.2. Working as Consulting Architect for post-construction services only.

4. METHOD OF COMPENSATION

4.1. Percentage of gross rentals, maintenance and security fees; and/or

4.2. Monthly salary/ fee.

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 STANDARD OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (SPP)
ON COMPREHENSIVE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
(Part of the IRR of R.A. No. 9266)
SPP Document 206
(replacing the 1979 UAP Doc. 206)

1. INTRODUCTION

8.2 The concept of Comprehensive Architectural Services crystallized

through the years in response to the demands of emerging complex
building projects. The transition of the architectural profession from
providing “basic” and “additional” services to that of a
comprehensive nature is due to the realization that continuity of
services related to design and construction is necessary for the
execution of a completely viable project.

8.3 Comprehensive Architectural Services refers to the range of

professional services that covers Pre-design Services, Regular
Design Services, Specialized Architectural Services, Construction
Services and Post- Construction Services.

8.4 In this extended dimension, the Architect is the prime professional.

He functions as creator, author, and coordinator of the building
design which becomes the basis for the construction of a project. In
order for him to be able to properly assist and serve his Client, the
Architect has to be knowledgeable in other fields in addition to
building design.

8.5 The Architect is not expected to perform all the services. Rather, he
is to act as the agent of the Client in procuring and coordinating the
necessary services required by a project.

9. SCOPE OF COMPREHENSIVE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES

9.1 Pre-Design Services (SPP Document 201)

9.1.1 Consultation

9.1.2 Pre-Feasibility Studies

9.1.3 Feasibility Studies

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 9.1.4 Site Selection and Analysis

9.1.5 Site Utilization and Land-Use Studies

9.1.6 Architectural Research

9.1.7 Architectural Programming

9.1.8 Space Planning

9.1.9 Space Management Studies

9.1.10 Value Management

9.1.11 Design Brief Preparation

9.1.12 Promotional Services

9.2 Regular Design Services (SPP Document 202)

9.2.1 Project Definition Phase

9.2.2 Schematic Design Phase

9.2.3 Design Development Phase

9.2.4 Contract Documents Phase

9.2.5 Bidding or Negotiation Phase

9.2.6 Construction Phase

9.3 Specialized Architectural Services (SPP Document 203)

9.3.1 Architectural Interiors (AI)

9.3.2 Acoustic Design

9.3.3 Architectural Lighting Layout and Design

9.3.4 Site Development Planning (SDP)

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 9.3.5 Site and Physical Planning Services (including Master
Development Planning, Subdivision Planning and Urban
Design)

9.3.6 Comprehensive Development Planning (CDP)

9.3.7 Historic and Cultural Heritage Conservation and Planning

9.3.8 Security Evaluation and Planning

9.3.9 Building Systems Design

9.3.10 Facilities Maintenance Support

9.3.11 Building Testing and Commissioning

9.3.12 Building Environmental Certification

9.3.13 Forensic Architecture

9.3.14 Building Appraisal

9.3.15 Preliminary Services

9.3.16 Contract Documentation and Review

9.3.17 Post-Design Services (including Construction

Management Services)

9.3.18 Dispute Avoidance and Resolution

9.3.19 Architectural Research Methods

9.3.20 Special Building/ Facility Planning and Design

9.3.21 Building Components

9.3.22 Management of Architectural Practices

9.4 Construction Services

9.4.1 Fulltime Supervision Services (SPP Document 204-A)

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 9.4.2 Construction Management Services (SPP Document 204-B)

9.5 Post-Construction Services (SPP Document 205)

9.5.1 Building and Facilities Administration

9.5.2 Post-Construction Evaluation

10. PROJECT MANAGEMENT (PM)

10.1 By his education and training, the Architect may perform any or all
of the services as stipulated under Section 2 above. However, when
the Owner hires an Architect or a firm to coordinate the whole
range of Comprehensive Architectural Services (CAS), this
constitutes Project Management (PM).

10.2 Project Management (PM) involves management activities over and

above the normal architectural and engineering (A&E) services
carried out during the pre-design, design and construction phase.
The over-all objective is to have control over time, cost and quality
relative to the construction of a project.

10.3 The presence of a PM does not relieve the designers and contractors
of their respective normal duties and responsibilities in the design
and construction of the project. The PM complements the functions
of the Architects, Engineers and Contractors in meeting the broad
and complex requirements of projects.

11. THE PROJECT MANAGER (PM)

11.1 The Project Manager (PM, whether individual or firm) operates as

a member of an Owner-Architect-Engineer-Contractor Team. In the
Team Approach, each member of the team will have precedence in
his own field of operations or expertise. In accordance with this
principle:

4.1.1 The Architect and the Specialist Consultants (SCs) will have
prime responsibility for the plan/design of the project.

4.1.2 The Engineers will be responsible for their respective

engineering plans.

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 4.1.3 The Contractor shall be responsible for his men and
equipment and the delivery of the project.

4.1.4 The Owner makes decisions on the project and assures that
funds are available to complete the project.

4.1.5 The Project Manager (PM)’s primary responsibility is the

exercise of overall cost control. He will plan, program and
monitor the various activities, and will act as an adviser on
material costs and construction methods.

4.2 Scope of Services

4.2.1 Pre-Construction Phase

As early as during the design development phase, perhaps

even concurrently with the Architect’s commission, the Project
Manager (PM) should conduct regular consultations with the
Owner and with the Architects and Engineers (for A&E
services) on all aspects of planning for the project.

4.2.2 Construction Phase

If the Project Manager (PM) also serves as the Construction

Manager (CM) to oversee time, cost and quality control during
the construction of the project, he shall provide the services
detailed under SPP Documents 204-A and/or 204-B.

12. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

12.1 Normally, the Architect enters into a contract with the Owner to
perform comprehensive architectural services. By the very nature of
the services, he assumes the dual role of the Project Manager (PM)
and the Construction Manager (CM), or effectively the overall
coordinator whose functions are outlined under this SPP.

12.2 To perform the variety of services indicated under the

Comprehensive Architectural Services, the Architect must make full
use of his own capability as well as of services offered by other
professionals. He may expand his staff by hiring the experts
needed, or he may form a team consisting of professionals such as
but not limited to:

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 12.2.1 Architects

12.2.2 Engineers

12.2.3 Market Analysts

12.2.4 Accountants

12.2.5 General Contractors

12.2.6 Real Estate Consultants

12.2.7 Sociologists

12.2.8 Planners

12.2.9 Bankers

12.2.10 Lawyers

12.3 If a Project Manager (PM) is hired by the Owner, it may be the

responsibility of the PM to either hire the Construction Manager
(CM) to be paid either by him or directly by the Owner on salary, or
on the basis of percentage of construction cost or to serve as the
CM himself. In like manner, the Fulltime Supervisor can either be a
staff member of the PM or hired directly by the Owner.

13. METHOD OF COMPENSATION

13.1 The Project Manager is compensated on a percentage basis, as shall

be described in the Architect’s Guidelines.

13.2 If the Architect as Project Manager (PM) performs regular design

services for the same project, he shall be compensated separately
for these services as stipulated in SPP Document 202.

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 STANDARD OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (SPP)
ON DESIGN-BUILD SERVICES
(Part of the IRR of R.A. No. 9266)
SPP Document 207
(replacing the 1979 UAP Doc. 207)

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 In any building project, there is need to balance the elements of

time, quality and cost, which, in many cases, can best be achieved
by the Architect performing Design-Build Services.

1.2 The building industry and the architectural profession have devised
several methods of project delivery with the ultimate goal of
handling projects in the shortest possible time, at the lowest
possible cost and at an acceptable quality and performance.

1.3 An Architect with his education, training and expertise qualifies him
to take a direct role in the project, from conceptualization to
implementation.

1.4 Design-Build Services simplifies and expedites the process of

project delivery while providing creative cost-effective solutions.

1.5 The Architect renders professional services in the implementation of

his design. In Design-Build Services, he assumes the professional
responsibility and civil liability for both the design and the
construction of the project.

2. SCOPE OF DESIGN-BUILD SERVICES

2.1 Design-Build Services by Administration

The scope of Design-Build Services by Administration includes the

Architect’s Regular Design Services (reference SPP Document 202)
namely:

2.1.1 Project Definition Phase

2.1.2 Schematic Design Phase

2.1.3 Design Development Phase

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 2.1.4 Contract Document Phase

2.1.5 Construction Phase

When the various phases of design services are completed,

the Construction Phase goes beyond periodic inspection and
assessment to include the following:

a. Preparation of schedule of work, program and

estimates of materials, labor, transportation,
equipment and services as reference for the
construction.

b. Organization and hiring of construction personnel,

designation of duties and remunerations

c. Negotiation and entering into contract with piecework

contractors and evaluation of work accomplishments

d. Procurement of materials, plants and equipment,

licenses and permits

e. Authorizing and undertaking payments of accounts

f. Keeping records and books of accounts

g. Negotiation with Government and private

agencies having jurisdiction over the project, and

h. Management of all other business transactions

related to the project construction / implementation.

2.2 Design-Build Services with Guaranteed Maximum Project Construction

Cost

2.2.1 This method is essentially the same as Design-Build Services

by Administration except that the Owner/ Client is provided a
guaranteed maximum project construction cost for the
construction of the project.

2.2.2 The Owner/ Client is given an estimate of the project, and

upon completion, if there is realized savings from the
estimated project

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 construction cost; it is divided equally between the Owner/
Client and the Architect.

2.2.3 The project construction cost is guaranteed by the Architect

not to exceed Ten Percent (10%) of the estimated project
construction cost. Should the actual cost exceed the
estimated project construction cost plus Ten Percent (10%),
the Architect shall be liable for the excess amount but only up
to the amount of his administration Fee.

2.2.4 Should there be additional expenditures beyond the

guaranteed maximum project construction cost which are due
to legitimate change/variation orders (CVOs), extra work
orders (EWOs), substantial escalation of prices of the costs of
materials or labor as evidenced by data certified by a
nationally recognized agency such as the National Economic
Development Authority (NEDA), or to other causes not
attributable to the fault of the Architect, the additional costs
shall be borne by the Owner/ Client.

14. MANNER OF PROVIDING SERVICES

4.5 The Architect may be involved in construction, including that of his

own design, by adopting an arrangement different from the general
way of bidding out projects to constructors, or from the different
modes of Design-Build Services (DBS). Such an arrangement may
take the form of any of the following:

4.5.1 The Architect is part of or a member of the entity constructing

his design. He works in tandem with or has authorized an
entity to construct his design.

4.5.2 The Architect is himself a State-licensed contractor

implementing his design (or that of others).

4.6 In adopting any of the above arrangements, or any acceptable

variation thereof, the Architect must strictly adhere to the following:
:

4.6.1 The Architect must retain his separate / distinct professional

identity, prerogatives and integrity as an Architect, and is
therefore subject to the standards and tenets of the SPP,
particularly Document 200, otherwise known as the Code of
Ethical Conduct and SPP Document 202.

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 4.6.2 Whatever mode the Architect adopts in being involved in
construction, he must strictly adhere to the tenets of the
Architects Credo with the pledge that he “shall disclose
whenever required, any business investment or venture that
may tend to create a conflict of interest, and ensure that such
conflict neither compromises the legitimate interest of the
Client nor interfere with his duty to render impartial
judgment.”

5. METHOD OF COMPENSATION

5.1 The manner of payment to the Architect follows the progress of

construction. All costs for labor and materials are paid directly by
the Client. The Architect does not advance any money for payment
of expenditures connected with the work. Generally, a revolving
fund is given to the Architect beforehand and is accounted for and
subject to periodic auditing by the Client.

5.2 Cost of all permits, licenses and other incidentals to the work are
paid by the Owner/ Client.

5.3 The Architect may appoint, subject to the Owner/ Client’s approval,
a construction superintendent, purchasing agent, timekeeper and
property clerk aside from the usual labor personnel required.
Salaries of such persons are paid by the Owner/ Client and not
deductible from the Architect’s Fee under this SPP.

5.4 The method of compensation may be modified by using the relevant

alternatives detailed in SPP Doc. 202.

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 STANDARD OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (SPP)
on ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN COMPETITION (ADC)
(Part of the IRR of R.A. No. 9266)
SPP Document 208
(replacing the UAP Doc. 209)

1. INTRODUCTION

The purpose of this SPP for Architectural Design Competition (ADC) is to

state the principles upon which competitions are based and by which
Promoters/ Owners should be guided in organizing ADCs. It has been
drawn up in the interest of both Project Proponents/ Owners and
Competitors.

2. DEFINITIONS

2.1 Owner - The person or organization who undertakes or promotes an

ADC with the primary objective of obtaining excellence in design for
a project or for a development concept. The Owner issues the
invitation to Architects to submit plans/designs in accordance with a
program and finances the ADC.

2.2 Jury - The people appointed by the Owner to assess the entries to
the competition. The members of the Jury are called Jurors. It
consists of a majority of registered and licensed architects (RLAs,
hereinafter referred to as “Architect/s”) assisted by a lay Juror to
represent and voice the intention of the Owner. They are nominated
by the Owner and approved by the integrated and accredited
professional organization of architects (IAPOA).

2.3 Professional Advisor – An Architect nominated by the Owner and

approved by IAPoA to organize the ADC on behalf of the Owner.

2.4 Technical Advisors – Specialist personnel who may be consulted

by the Jurors during the conduct of the ADC to permit them to
obtain all necessary relevant information.

2.5 Competition Secretariat – The body formed by the Owner and

approved by the Professional Advisor, to assist the Professional
Advisor and the Jury in the administrative conduct of the ADC

2.6 Classification of Architectural Design Competitions (ADCs)

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 2.6.1 ADCs shall be classified as follows:

a. Project ADCs for actual Projects proposed for

implementation.

b. Ideas Competition or competition of ideas set as a

design and planning exercise to elucidate a problem.

2.6.2 Project ADCs may be conducted in a single stage or two

(2)-stage manner. It may either be open or limited by
invitation.

2.6.3 Project ADCs shall be further classified according to degree

of complexity based on project classification i.e. under SPP
Document 202.

2.7 Conditions – The full conditions include the program,

instructions on submission of entries, site plans, entry forms
and official envelopes and labels. These are drawn up by the
Professional Advisor.

2.8 SPP on ADC – refers to the Philippine Standard of Professional

Practice (SPP) on Architectural Design Competitions (ADC).

2.9 IAPOA ADC Committee – appointed by the IAPOA National

President to oversee all architectural design competitions (ADCs)
referred to the IAPOA.

3. IAPOA APPROVAL

3.1 Before any official announcement is made by the Owner, a written

approval of the draft Conditions, including the timetable, The ADC
registration fee (when required) and membership of the Jury shall
have been received in writing by the Owner from the IAPOA through
the ADC Committee.

3.2 Notice of a National Architectural Design Competition (ADC) shall

be issued by the Owner and/or the IAPOA ADC Committee
Secretariat with a request for publication in technical journals or
through other media at their disposal, simultaneously if possible
to enable those interested to apply for the competition. Such an
announcement shall state where and how the ADC documents
may be obtained and that the ADC conditions have received the
requisite IAPOA approval.

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4. DRAWING UP THE ADC CONDITIONS

4.1 It is essential that the ANONYMITY of competitors should be

maintained until the final judgment of the competition. In the
interest of the competition system, rigorous measures should be
taken to ensure that this principle is adhered to.

4.2 The ADC conditions, including the program of requirements of a

National ADC shall be identical for all competitors.

4.3 The conditions for National ADC, whether single or two (2)-
stage, upon or limited shall state clearly:

4.3.1 the purpose of the ADC and the intentions of the Owner.

4.3.2 the nature of the problem to be solved.

4.3.3 all the requirements to be met by Competitors.

4.4 A clear distinction shall be made between the mandatory

requirements of the Conditions and those which permit the
competitor freedom of interpretation, which should be as wide as
possible. All competition entries shall be submitted in a manner to
be prescribed in the Conditions.

4.5 The information supplied to competitors (social, economic,

technical, geographical and topographical, etc.) must be specific
and not open to misinterpretation. Supplementary information
and instructions approved by the Jury may be issued by the Owner
to all Competitors selected to proceed to the second (2nd) stage of
a two (2)-stage competition.

4.6 The Conditions shall state the number, nature, scale and
dimensions of the documents, plans or models required and the
terms of acceptance of such documents or models. Where an
estimate of cost is required this must be presented in standard
form as set out in the Condition.

5. PROFESSIONAL ADVISOR

5.1 A Professional Advisor should be appointed and paid by the

Owner and approved by the IAPOA National Board of Directors
(NBD) thru its ADC Committee. His role is the supervision of the
conduct of the ADC and the preparation of the Conditions. His
function includes insuring that the ADC
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 timetable is adhered to, supervising the receipt of Competitor’s
questions, the dispatch of reply to all Competitors and the receipt of
competition entries, and safeguarding the anonymity of Competitors
at all times. He will assist the Jury and will be present during its
deliberations but he will have no vote. His responsibilities will be
limited to the organization and the conduct of the competition.

6. THE JURY

6.1 The Jury shall be set up before the official announcement of the
competition. Their names and those of the reserve members of the
Jury shall be stated in the Conditions.

6.2 The Jurors are appointed by the Owner and approved by the
IAPOA, which shall assist the Owner in the selection of the Jury
members.

6.3 The Jury shall be composed of the smallest reasonable number of

persons and in any event should be an odd number and should not
exceed seven (7). The majority of them shall be Architects i.e. 4
out of 7.

6.4 To ensure correct conduct of the competition, at least one of the

Architect- Jurors shall represent the IAPOA.

6.5 There should not be more than one (1) representative of the
Owner included in the Jury.

6.6 It is essential that all Jurors be present at all meetings of the Jury.

6.7 Each Juror shall see the Conditions before they are made
available to Competitors.

6.8 The decisions of the Jury shall be taken by a majority vote, with a
separate vote on each competition plan/design submitted. The
list of ADC awards including the Jury’s report to the Owner shall
be signed by all Jurors before the Jury is dissolved and one copy
of this document shall be sent to the IAPOA.

6.9 In a two (2)-stage competition, the same Jury should judge both
stages of the competition. In no case may a competition that has
received IAPOA approval as a single-stage competition proceed to a
second (2nd) stage except with IAPOA approval of the Conditions
and the arrangements for payment of

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 honoraria to the Competitors involved, over and above the prize
money provided for in the original ADC. In the event of a
secondary competition taking place, the Jury appointed for the
original competition must be reappointed by the Owner.

6.10 Any drawings, photographs, models or other documents not

required under the regulations shall be excluded by the Jury
before it examines a Competitor's entry.

6.11 The Jury shall disqualify any design which does not conform to the
mandatory requirements, instructions or Conditions for the ADC.

6.12 The Jury must make awards. The awards shall be final and made
public by a date agreed on with the IAPOA and stated in the
competitions. The Jury, when distributing the awards, shall make
full use of the amount set aside for prizes in the ADC Conditions.

6.13 The fees and travel and subsistence expenses of the Jury
members shall be paid by the Owner.

7. PERSONS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ENTRY TO THE ADC

7.1 No member of the Jury will be allowed to take part in the

competition, either directly or indirectly, nor be commissioned with
work connected with the prize- winning design either directly or
indirectly.

7.2 No member of the promoting body nor any associate or

employee, nor any person concerned with the preparation or
organization of the ADC will be eligible to compete or assist a
Competitor.

8. PRIZES, HONORARIA AND MENTIONS

8.1 The Conditions must state the amount and number of prizes. The
prizes awarded must be related to the size and complexity of the
project, the amount of work involved and the expense incurred by
Competitors.

8.2 It is important for the Owner to allot adequate prize money to

compensate all the Competitors for their work. For Ideas
Competition only, it may be the sole remuneration received by the
first (1st) prize winner.

8.3 The Owner undertakes to accept the decisions of the Jury and to pay
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 prizes allotted within one (1) month of the official announcement of
the ADC results.

8.4 Each participant in a limited ADC by invitation shall receive an

honorarium in addition to the prizes awarded.

8.5 In two (2)-stage competitions, a reasonable honorarium shall be

paid to each of the Competitors selected to take part in the second
(2nd) stage. This sum, which is intended to reimburse them for the
additional work carried out in the second (2nd) stage, shall be
stated in the Conditions and shall be in addition to the prizes
awarded.

8.6 The Conditions shall state the use to which the Owner will put
the winning plan/design scheme/s. ADC-generated plans/designs
may not be used or altered in any way except by agreement with
the author. The Owner or his agents are not free to pick out
portions of the entries to compose another plan/ design due to
applicable ownership and copyright provisions under Secs. 20 (4)
and 33 of R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) and of
R.A. No. 8293 (Intellectual property Code of the Philippines) and
their respective IRRs.

8.7 In Project ADCs, the award of first prize to a plan/design places the
Owner under an obligation to entrust the Author of the plan/design
with the commission for the Project. If the winning Competitor is
unable to satisfy the Jury of his ability to carry out the plan/ design
work, the Jury may require the winner to collaborate with another
Architect of the winning Competitor’s choice, duly approved by the
Jury and Owner.

8.8 In Project ADCs, provisions shall be made in the ADC Conditions for
the first prize winner to receive compensation of a further sum
equal to the amount of the first prize, if no contract has been
signed within twelve (12) months of the announcement of the Jury’s
award. In so compensating the first prize winner, the Owner does
not acquire the right to carry out the project except with the
collaboration of its Author.

8.9 In an Ideas Competition, if the Owner decides to make use of all or

part of the winning scheme, he should do so with the collaboration
of the Author. The terms of collaboration must be acceptable to the
latter.

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9. COPYRIGHT AND RIGHT OF OWNERSHIP

9.1 The Author of any plan/design shall retain the copyright of his
work; no alterations may be made without his written
consent.

9.2 The design awarded first prize can only be used by the Owner
upon his commissioning the Author to carry out the plan/design
preparation for the project. No other plan/design may be used
wholly or in part by the Owner except by agreement with the
Author concerned.

9.3 As a general rule, the Owner’s right to use the ADC-generated

plan/design covers one (1) execution only. However, the
Conditions may provide for repetitive work and specify the terms
thereof

9.4 In all cases, unless otherwise stated in the Conditions, the

Author of any design shall retain the sole right of reproduction
by virtue of sole copyright under Secs. 20 (4) and 33 of R.A. No.
9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) and its IRR.

10. REGISTRATION OF COMPETITORS

10.1 As soon as they have received details of the architectural design

competition (ADC), all Competitors shall register with the Owner.
Registration implies acceptance of the Conditions of the ADC.

10.2 The Owner shall issue to all Competitors all the necessary
documentation for preparing their plans/designs. Where the
furnishing of such documentation is conditional on payment of a
deposit, unless otherwise stated, such a deposit shall be returned
to Competitors who submit a bona fide plan/ design.

10.3 The names of those Competitors selected to proceed to the second

(2nd) stage of a two (2)-stage competition shall be made public
only under exceptional conditions to be agreed on by the Jury
before the launching of the ADC.

11. INSURANCE

11.1 The Owner shall insure the Competitors’ plans/ designs from the
time when he assumes responsibility for them and for the
duration of his responsibility. The amount of such insurance shall
be stated in the Conditions.
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12. EXHIBITIONS AND ENTRIES

12.1 All designs, including those disqualified by the Jury, shall be

exhibited, as a general rule, for at least two (2) weeks, together
with a copy of the signed report of the Jury. The exhibition shall
be open to the public free of charge.

12.2 The Owner shall notify in a timely manner, all registered

Competitors of the date and place of the public exhibition and the
results of the ADC, and send them a copy of the Jury's report. He
shall similarly inform the IAPOA. Photographs of the prize- winning
designs shall be sent to the IAPOA with a view to possible
publication.

13. RETURN OF PROJECTS

13.1 All drawings and plans, other than those which have received prizes
or have been purchased and are retained by the Owner, shall be
destroyed at the end of the public exhibition, unless provisions are
made to the contrary in the Conditions for the ADC. Where models
are required, these will be returned to the Author/s at the expense
of the Owner within a month of the close of the public exhibition.

14. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION (ADR) OR LITIGATION

14.1 Since no regulations, however well drawn up, can preclude the
possibility of dispute, provisions for conciliation, mediation and
arbitration i.e. ADR modes under R.A. No. 9285, must be included
in the ADC Conditions and must precede any form of litigation.

14.2 The Jury members are the sole arbiters at all stages, up to the
final prize- giving.

14.3 In the event of a dispute, not related to the adjudication process or

awarding of the prizes, the matter shall be settled by an arbitration
process approved by the IAPOA, and without initial recourse to any
form of litigation.

14.4 The expenses resulting from any conciliation, mediation or

arbitration, procedure shall be shared by the two (2)
interested parties to the ADR proceeding.

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 STANDARD OF PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (SPP)
ON PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL
CONSULTING SERVICES (PACS)
(Part of the IRR of R.A. No. 9266)
SPP Document 209
(replacing the 1981 UAP Doc. 210)

15. FOREWORD

15.1 On March 20, 1980, then President Ferdinand E. Marcos,

recognizing the role of the members of accredited professional
organizations (APOs) in nation building and in the pursuit of
national goals, issued Letter of Instruction (LoI) No. 1000 which
directs all government agencies and any of its instrumentalities to
give priority to members of the APOs in the hiring of its employees
and in the engagement of professional services. This amply
demonstrated the President’s confidence in the capabilities of
Filipino professionals i.e. registered and licensed professionals
(RLPs)

15.2 Consequent to this, the Philippine Federation of Professional

Associations (PFPA), the umbrella organization of all professional
associations accredited by the Professional Regulation Commission
(PRC, hereinafter the “Commission”), and the Philippine
Technological Council (PTC), whose membership consisted of
fourteen (14) accredited technological APOs at that time, initiated
the preparation of a document entitled “Standard Guidelines on
Consultancy/Consulting Services”.

15.3 The said document contained a comprehensive coverage of

provisions in consonance with national policies and compatible with
norms of accepted professional practices, was seen as a much
needed vehicle by which the Filipino professionals can accelerate
their contribution to national development.

15.4 Three decades hence, it has become urgent to re-visit this

document in light of the influx of foreign consultants (FCs) and the
proliferation of entities projecting themselves as “consultants” even
without the adequate skills, training, and experience required for
rendering competent services. This necessity does not spring only
from narrow professional needs, but more significantly it
underscores the need for utilizing qualified Filipino professionals in
the comprehensive development of our country.

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 15.5 Considering the foregoing, this amended version of the 1981
Standard Guidelines on Consulting Services, based on the
document jointly drafted by PTC and Council for the Built and
Natural Environments (CBNE) in accordance with their Joint
Resolution No. 2009-01 dated December 11, 2009, embodies
relevant provisions of professional regulatory laws (PRLs) governing
the various APOs, national policies, principles and
rules/regulations/guidelines/manuals of procedure (MoP) governing
State- regulated professional practices, as well as the basic terms
and conditions for the engagement of Professional Consultants,
such as Consulting Architects defined under R.A. No. 9266 (The
Architecture Act of 2004) and its 2004 implementing rules and
regulations (IRR).

15.6 All national and local government agencies and instrumentalities,

government-owned or controlled corporations (GOCCs) and
institutions, as well as those in the private sector and other civil
society organizations, including the international community, are all
encouraged to adopt these “Philippine Standard of Professional
Practice (SPP) for Professional Architectural Consulting Services
(PACS)” in the selection, commissioning and engagement of
Professional Consulting Architects (PCAs) and in the
conceptualization, development, implementation, monitoring and
evaluation of projects that lend and/or lead to the overall national,
regional and local development.

16. RATIONALE

16.1 The Government of the Republic of the Philippines, through its

various departments, agencies, instrumentalities, institutions and
entities, as well as the private sector and civil society organizations
and representatives of the international community (with projects
on Philippine soil), regularly select, commission or engage the
services of professional consultants to achieve maximum efficiency,
economy and expediency in the preparation of program/project
concepts, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies, project evaluations,
design and plan preparation, management and other related
activities.

16.2 Moreover, one important strategy for strengthening national

capability in the various fields of consulting services is the full
utilization of local expertise, which in turn generates conditions for
increased nationally-evolved scientific and technological knowledge

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 16.3 In recognition of the urgent need to set the general guidelines on
professional consultancy/ consulting services in the country, to
enhance the participation of Filipino professionals in national
development and to protect their rights in accordance with existing
laws, policies, rules and regulations, the CBNE and the PTC
spearheaded the formulation of standard guidelines for the practice
of professional consulting services for State-regulated professions
represented by the said organizations.

16.4 The full utilization of the services of Filipino Professional Consultants

(FPCs) can minimize the importation of foreign expertise which
entails considerable expenditure of hard-earned foreign exchange.
Such importation also erodes the essence of maintaining an
educational system geared towards the expansion of the country’s
professional capability. For this reason, the displacement of FPCs by
foreign consultants is irrational.

16.5 The inflow of foreign consultants, specifically foreign architects is

often justified on the ground of technology transfer. In this sense,
technology transfer is based on the assumption that the particular
kind of technology involved is not yet available in this country or is
inadequate in relation to the need for it. The problem presented by
the dominant presence of foreign architects in the Philippines,
however, is precisely defined by the fact that the technology they
bring in is already available in such adequate proportion that
foreign consultants compete in terms adverse to Filipino registered
and licensed professionals (RLPs) and in fact displace Filipino
Professional Consultants (FPCs) from participation in significant
development projects.

16.6 The disproportionate inflow versus outflow of expertise is becoming

more and more serious. This means a tremendous loss to the
country in terms of educational costs. More significantly, the
country is deprived of returning Filipino RLPs’ contributions to the
country’s comprehensive development.

16.7 The professional competence of Filipino Professional Consultants

(FPCs), specifically Professional Consulting Architects (PCAs) is well
established and adequate to meet the country’s requirements. In
fact, in many cases, foreign consultants depend largely on the
expertise and information furnished by FPCs, specially of PCAs

16.8 The primary purpose of this SPP is to complement existing

professional regulatory laws (PRLs) governing the practice of State-
regulated professions, specifically architecture, as governed by R.A.
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 No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) and its derivative
regulations, and other pertinent laws such as R. A.

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 No. 8293 known as the “Intellectual Property Code of the
Philippines” and its IRR, R. A. No. 9184 known as “Government
Procurement Reform Act (GPRA) of 2003” and its IRR (latest as of
2009), or as defined by the Code of Ethical Standard (CES), other
Standards of Professional Practice (SPPs) and other related laws,
policies, rules and regulations approved and implemented by the
Commission and/or other concerned government entities.
Therefore, nothing in this SPP on Professional Architectural
Consulting Services (PACS) must unduly affect the said laws,
policies, rules and regulations, and the CES and SPPs.

17. OBJECTIVES

17.1 By law, Professional Consulting Architects (PCAs) must first be

registered and licensed Architects (RLAs). As such, the standards
and parameters, to which PCAs who offer and/or make their services
available, are adhered to in order to develop and nurture the
competencies, credibility and integrity of PCAs in their respective
fields/areas of specialization;

17.2 Scope, type and nature of professional architectural consulting

services (PACS) that only RLA-PCAs shall be allowed to extend or
perform for the Government, for the private sector and CSOs and
for members of the international community (with projects on
Philippine soil), relative to or in connection with any aspect of
comprehensive development at all levels – national, regional and/or
local, are defined;

17.3 Full compliance with the applicable advisories and guidelines on the
slection, commissioning and engagement of foreign architects
and/or foreign consultants (FCs) for projects and services on
Philippine soil, promulgated and/or prescribed by the Commission
and/or the Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture (PRBoA),
through the integrated and accredited professional organization of
Architects (IAPoA), as a measure to stimulate the local market for
Filipino professional consultants (i.e. RLA-PCAs) and to protect and
level the field of professional practice between and among RLAs and
FAs/FCs;

17.4 Application by Filipino Architects (i.e. RLA-PCAs) of their familiarity

with local physical, social (e.g. educational, health, historical and
cultural), economic, business, and institutional (e.g. political,
governance, administrative and legal) and environmental conditions
in relation to the practice of their profession towards the attainment
of a sustainable and comprehensive development; and
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 17.5 A nurturing environment that will encourage Filipino professional
consultants (i.e. RLA-PCAs) to practice, further develop and/or
extend their services in the country rather than abroad, and propel
them to the same level as, if not to greater heights than, their
counterparts in the global market;

18. DECLARATION OF POLICY

18.1 All accredited professional organizations (APOs) are committed to

abide by, advocate, and steadfastly uphold the ideals enunciated
under Section 14, Article XII of the 1987 Constitution of the
Philippines which states that, “The sustained development of a
reservoir of national talents consisting of Filipino scientists,
entrepreneurs, professionals, managers, high-level technical
manpower and skilled workers and craftsmen in all fields shall be
promoted by the State. The State shall encourage appropriate
technology and regulate its transfer for the national benefit. The
practice of all professions in the Philippines shall be limited to Filipino
citizens, save in cases prescribed by law xxx”. (emphases and
underscoring supplied)

18.2 It shall be mandatory upon all State-registered and licensed

professionals (RLPs) such as RLAs, to strictly adhere to their
respective policies and standards of professional practice (SPPs)
within the framework and in support of the constitutional provision
stated therein, including and most especially within the bounds of
the scope of practice of each profession as defined by their
respective professional regulatory laws (PRLs) such as R.A. No. 9266
and its derivative regulations.

19. DEFINITION OF TERMS

19.1 Comprehensive Development

refers to the holistic and progressive growth and advancement of a

community, province, region and nation inclusive of their respective
economic, social, physical, environmental and institutional sectors.

19.2 Consortium or Association

refers to a coalition of purely Filipino professional consultants (i.e.

RLA-PCAs) or consulting firm/s (i.e. SEC- and/or PRC-registered
architectural firms/ RAFs); or Filipino professional consultants (i.e.
RLA-PCAs) or consulting firm/s (i.e. RAFs) in collaboration with
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 foreign consulting firm/s authorized to render consulting/
consultancy services, as herein defined; in the Philippine setting,
the use of the terms Consortium and Association may carry certain
tax and legal implications;

19.3 Consulting Architect (FPCA), Filipino Professional

(see Filipino Professional Consulting Architect or FPCA)

19.4 Consultant, Foreign

(see Foreign Consultant or FC)

19.5 Consulting Architect (PCA), Professional

(see Professional Consulting Architect or PCA)

19.6 Consulting Agreement

means a binding covenant or understanding entered into by a

professional consulting architect (PCA) and/or consulting firm (i.e.
RAF only) with an Owner/ Client, whether in Government, private
sector or CSO or the international community (with projects on
Philippine soil), that provides such terms and conditions mutually
agreed upon by the parties, under which specific work, study or
joint venture requiring special or technical skills and expertise, shall
be undertaken

19.7 Consulting Architectural Firm (CAF)

refers to an architectural corporation, association, group or

partnership duly registered with the Securities and Exchange
Commission (SEC) or other concerned government regulatory
agency or instrumentality or to a single proprietorship duly
registered with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), and
likewise registered with the Commission/ Board to perform State-
regulated architectural services such as professional architectural
consulting services (PACS) as herein defined.

19.8 Cost, Total Project (see Project Cost)

19.9 Cost, Salary (see Salary Cost)

19.10 Direct Costs or Reimbursable Expenses

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 refer to expenses in connection or related to the project that may
include but not limited to the following:

19.10.1 living and travelling expenses of employees, partners, and

principals when away from the home office on business

19.10.2 identifiable communication expenses, such as long-distance

telephone, telegraph, internet, short messaging system
(SMS), cable, express charge, postage, etc.;

19.10.3 services directly applicable to the contracted architectural

consulting work, such as special legal and accounting
expenses, computer rental and programming costs, special
consultants, borings, laboratory charges, commercial
printing and bindings and similar costs that are not
applicable to general overhead;

19.10.4 identifiable expenses for supplies and materials charged to

the project at hand, as distinguished from such supplies and
expenses applicable to two or more projects;

19.10.5 Identifiable reproduction costs applicable to the work,

such as blue- printing, mimeographing, printing, etc.;

These also include expenses, which seldom can be determined in

advance with any invoice costs, plus a service charge as may be
mutually agreed upon by the professional consulting architect (PCA)
and his Client, and in accordance with the Architect’s Guidelines.

19.11 Filipino Professional Consulting Architect (FPCA)

refers to a Filipino citizen, a natural person who possesses the

qualifications of a Filipino Professional Consultant (FPC) as hereafter
defined; the FPCA must be a Philippine-registered and licensed
architect (RLA) and must be a member in good standing of the
IAPoA; the FPCA must also be a RLA specializing in any or several
branch/es of the State-regulated profession of architecture as
defined under R.A. No. 9266 and its derivative regulations; if the
FPCA signs and seals architectural documents, he then becomes an
Architect-of-record (Aor) for a project and thereby assumes the
attendant professional responsibilities and civil liabilities consistent
with the provisions under valid and subsisting laws.

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 19.12 Foreign Consultant (FC) or Foreign Architect (FA)
refers to an individual, not a citizen of the Philippines, who:

19.12.1 satisfies the definition of a Professional Consulting Architect

(PCA) as hereafter provided;

19.12.2 has acquired a permit to work and/ or do business in the

Philippines in accordance with the rules and regulations of
the Commission Guidelines for the Registration of Foreign
Professionals (Res. No. 98- 547); has acquired a
temporary/special permit (TSP) to engage in the practice of
any branch of architecture for any project on Philippine soil in
full accordance with the pertinent Board Resolutions
implementing Secs. 37 and 38 of R.A. No. 9266;

19.12.3 is allowed by the Department of Labor and Employment

(DoLE), Bureau of Immigration and Deportation (BID) and
other concerned regulatory agencies and/or instrumentalities
of government to practice the State-regulated profession of
architecture in the Philippines, under pertinent laws, rules
and regulations; and

19.12.4 is a registered and/or licensed professional architect in his

own country of origin (and/or country of residence/practice,
as applicable).

19.13 Multiplier

refers to a factor which compensates the Professional Consulting

Architect (PCA) for the following items:

19.13.1 overhead costs of the office;

19.13.2 fringe benefits and social charges;

19.13.3 fee for contingencies;

19.13.4 interest on capital reserves; and

19.13.5 profit

The “multiplier” varies according to the types of architectural

consulting work, the organization and experience of the
Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) and the geographic area in
which his office is located.
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 19.14 Overhead refers to the following:

19.14.1 provisions for office, light, air-conditioning, and similar

items for working space;

19.14.2 depreciation allowances or rental of furniture,

equipment and instruments;

19.14.3 vehicle and travel-related expenses;

19.14.4 office supplies;

19.14.5 taxes and insurances other than those included as salary

cost;

19.14.6 library and periodical expenses and other means of

keeping abreast with new developments and/or
technologies;

19.14.7 executive, administrative, accounting, legal, stenographic,

and clerical salaries and expenses, other than those that are
identifiable as salaries including reimbursable non-salary
expenses, plus salaries or imputed salaries of partners and
principals to the extent that they perform general executive
and administrative services as distinguished from technical
or advisory services directly applicable to particular projects;
these services and expenses, essential to the conduct of the
business, includes preliminary arrangements for new
projects or assignments, and interest on borrowed capital;

19.14.8 business development expenses, including salaries of

principals and salary costs of employees so engaged; and

19.14.9 provision for loss of productive time of technical

employees between assignments, and for time of principals
and employees on public interest assignments

19.15 Professional Consulting Architect (PCA)

refers to any person, whether natural or juridical, duly licensed,

registered and/or duly accredited by the Commission. This also
refers to a person, whether natural or juridical, duly
certified/recognized by the concerned APO under the PTC or CBNE
as one who possesses the appropriate knowledge
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 and, skills, training, and relevant experience i.e. specialization/s
required to perform and/or render the service/s required; the PCA
must be a Philippine- registered and licensed Architect (RLA), with a
valid registration certification and Commission identification (ID)
card and must be a member in good standing of the IAPoA.

19.16 Professional Organization, Accredited (APO)

generally refers to any organization under the umbrellas of the

CBNE and PTC; in the case of professional architectural consulting
services (PACS), the term shall specifically refer to the IAPOA;

19.17 Professional Architectural Consulting Services (PACS)

means the rendering by a professional consulting architect (PCA) or

by a consulting firm (i.e. a RAF), of independent advice, extension of
technical assistance and services, as well as undertaking of
activities, requiring appropriate knowledge, skills, training and
experience, recognized competence, integrity, and/or financial and
logistical capability.

19.18 Project Cost

means the total cost of the project which includes but is not limited
to construction cost, fees for professional services, the cost of land,
right-of-way (ROW), legal, administrative and other related
expenses of the client.

19.19 Reimbursable Expenses (see Direct Costs)

19.20 Salary Cost

means the cost of salaries (including sick leave, vacation, holiday

and incentive pay applicable thereto) of professional consultants for
the time directly chargeable to the projects; plus excise, and payroll
taxes as well as all other imposable taxes/duties; and contributions
for social security and insurance benefits.

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20. SCOPE OF PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTING
SERVICES (PACS)

The scope of professional architectural consulting services (PACS) shall be

defined and determined in accordance with the charter, by-laws, policies,
rules and regulations of the Commission and the Board through the IAPOA
to which a professional consulting architect (PCA) belongs as a member in
good standing. It includes, but shall not be limited to the following:

20.1 program / project conceptualization and development;.

20.2 rendering of technical advice, consultation and/or counselling ;

20.3 preparation of schematic/concept-level through preliminary plans,

drawings, designs and technical specifications;

20.4 teaching, lecturing, coaching, mentoring;

20.5 research and development (R&D);

20.6 documentation;

20.7 conduct of pre-investment/pre-feasibility and feasibility studies;

20.8 marketing and promotional studies;

20.9 land use and multi-sectoral development planning,

development and management;

20.10 site selection, analyses, evaluation, ranking and development;

20.11 construction;

20.12 Project/ Construction Management and/or Administration;

20.13 post-construction evaluation

20.14 monitoring and evaluation;

20.15 training, capability building and Continuing Professional

Education (CPE); and

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21. QUALIFICATIONS OF PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING ARCHITECTS (PCAs)

A Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) must possess all of the

following qualifications:

21.1 if a natural person, must be a citizen of the Philippines who is a duly

registered and licensed Architect (RLA), a holder of a valid
identification (ID) card-license issued by the Commission and a
member in good standing of the IAPOA;

21.2 if a juridical person, a consulting firm that must be a partnership or

corporation duly registered with the Securities and Exchange
Commission (SEC) or a sole proprietorship that is a duly registered
with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), respectively
and/or any other concerned regulatory agency/ies of government;
in addition, the consulting firm must possess a valid Commission
certificate to operate as a registered architectural firm (RAF) in full
accordanance with R.A. No. 9266 and its derivative regulations;

21.3 Must have the minimum years of active and relevant professional
training and experience in the chosen field/s of specialization as
may be determined by the IAPOA and the PRBoA/ Commission;

21.4 Endorsed and certified by the IAPOA as a member in good standing;

and

21.5 Has never been convicted of any criminal or administrative offense

related to deliberate wrongdoing.

22. SELECTION OF PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING ARCHITECTS (PCAs)

Clients shall consider the following criteria or general guidelines in the

selection of Professional Consulting Architects (PCAs):

22.1 The major consideration in hiring the services of a Professional

Consulting Architect (PCA) is his/her qualifications as herein
provided such as competence, capabilities and integrity;

22.2 Only duly-qualified Filipino professional consulting Architects

(FPCAs) shall render architectural consulting services in areas or
fields of architectural

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 specialization performed by members of the CBNE, except where no
qualified FPCA is available. Under the said circumstances, where a
non-FPCA i.e. a FA or FC is engaged, a minimum of two (2) Filipino
RLAs in the same area or field of architectural specialization shall
be employed as understudies; and

22.3 For Government projects, the selection of PCAs shall be in

accordance with the relevant provisions of R. A. No. 9184,
otherwise known as the Government Procurement Reform Act
(GPRA) of 2003.

23. MANNER OF PROVIDING PROFESSIONAL ARCHITECTURAL

CONSULTING SERVICES (PACS)

A Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) may provide services directly

or indirectly to the Client in the manner prescribed, suggested or
promulgated by the Commission/Board through the IAPOA.

24. COMPENSATION OF PACS

24.1 The computation of the compensation of fees for professional

architectural consulting services (PACS) shall depend on the type
of services to be rendered and the conditions under which they
are to be performed;

24.2 Compensation for PACS that require only one kind of

expertise/specialization or related types of expertise shall be
treated differently from those services that require the use of
more than one type of expertise;

24.3 Compensation and allowances shall be comparable with foreign

consulting service compensation standards;

24.4 For the same scope of work, there shall be no disparity in the
compensation between Filipino professional consulting Architects
(FPCAs) and their foreign consultant (FC) counterparts;

24.5 Professional Consulting Architects (PCAs) shall adhere to and be

governed by the relevant provisions pertaining to compensation as
provided for under the Codes of Ethical Conduct (CEC) and the
other Standards of Professional Practice (SPP);

24.6 All entities, whether in the Government, private sector or CSOs

and the international community (with projects on Philippine
soil) shall respect and
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 take cognizance of said CEC and SPPs;

24.7 Compensation of a professional consulting Architect (PCA) may

be computed based on one or a combination of the following
methods, with modifications applicable to the types of services
and/ or specific cases, if and when needed:

24.7.1 Per Diem or Hourly Basis

This method is particularly suited to engagements involving

intermittent personal service. When such consulting services
are furnished, the Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) is
compensated for all the time he devotes to the work,
including travel time. The per diem charge should be based
on the complexity of the work involved and the extent of his
experience/specialization. In addition to the compensation
based on per diem, his expenses for travel, subsistence, and
other out-of-pocket expenses incurred while away from his
home/office shall be reimbursed by the Client.

24.7.2 Retainer

This method of remuneration is used when the services of a

Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) is expected to be
required at intervals over a period of time. It is a means of
ensuring in advance that his services will be available to the
Client when required. Under this method, a stipulated
amount is paid at regular intervals for which the PCA is
obligated to render a certain service or to spend a certain
amount of time on Client’s requirements. The compensation
is usually enough to pay for the minimum services required
by the Client. All additional services are paid separately. In
addition to the retainer, the PCA may be reimbursed for
travel, subsistence and other out-of-pocket expenses
incurred while away from his home/office.

24.7.3 Salary cost times a multiplier, plus direct cost or

reimbursable expenses

This method is based on the total basic salaries of all PCAs

and their staff multiplied by a factor from 3.0 as a multiplier
plus cost of certain items that are reimbursable to the PCA
classified under “Direct Cost”

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 or “Reimbursable Expenses”. The following formula is used
to compute the fee:

Fee = Salary Cost x Multiplier + Reimbursable Expenses

This method of remuneration is best suited for Projects for

which the costs are difficult to pre-determine, or in cases
where it may become necessary to undertake additional
experimental or investigative work, the result of which may
further alter the scope of the project.

The method however, cannot be used as a measure of

compensation for services which cannot be measured by the
length of time spent on his work.

The other part of the remuneration by this method is made

up of the reimbursable direct costs. These costs are billed to
the Client supported, if required by receipts and other
documents.

24.7.4 Fixed/ Lump Sum payment

This method of compensation may be used when the scope

of PACS required can be clearly and fully defined. Two
methods may generally be used to arrive at a lump-sum
compensation for the basic PACS. These two methods are
frequently used concurrently with one serving as a check on
the other.

a. computation of a lump-sum as an appropriate

percentage of the estimated total cost of the project

b. direct development of a fixed amount of compensation

by estimating the individual elements of the cost
outlines, plus a reasonable margin of profit, all
expressed as a single lump-sum

Where compensation is given on a lump-sum basis, the

agreements should contain a clearly stated time limit
during which the service/s will be performed, and a
provision for additional compensation for extra time used.
In design assignments, these should be a provision for
charges required after the approval of preliminary designs,
with a clear understanding as to where the final approval
authority lies.
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 24.7.5 Percentage of total project cost
The remuneration under this method is calculated as an
agreed percentage of the ultimate cost of the project/service.
The validity of the Percentage of Total Project Cost Method
rests upon the assumption that consultancy costs vary in
proportion to the total project cost regardless of the type or
location of the project. Therefore, this method should be
applied only where experience has established some
approximate correlations between consultancy costs and
project costs.

24.8 Fees for services that require inputs of an artistic, innovative

and creative endeavor shall not be determined in the same
manner as services that involve purely technical and scientific
undertakings
24.9 Criteria for Establishing Method of Compensation
The criteria for establishing method/s of compensation shall be
promulgated, approved and adopted by the IAPoA.
24.10 Interest Due on Late Payment of Fees
The Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) shall be entitled to
interest at the prevailing rate set by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas
(BSP) in additional to a percentage as may be determine by the
IAPOA unless otherwise mutually agreed upon by the PCA and his
Client, on all fees, other charges and reimbursements due and not
paid within 30 days from receipt of billing.

25. SEAL AND USE OF SEAL UNDER PACS

Where applicable and in full accord with R.A. No. 9266 and its derivative
regulations, a Professional Consulting Architect (PCA) shall sign and affix
his professional license number and the seal duly-approved by the
Commission/ PRBoA and/or the IAPOA on all architectural documents as
outputs and other deliverables/materials such as, but not limited to
plans, designs, technical drawings and specifications, feasibility studies
as well as instruments of service, prepared by him, or under his/her
direct supervision, if and only if the CA shall also act as the Architect-of-
record (Aor), in which case he must assume all the attendant/pertinent
professional responsibilities and civil liabilities for the project.

26. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS FOR PACS

All architectural documentary outputs and materials delivered or
rendered by a professional consulting Architect (PCA), such as, but not
limited to plans, designs, technical drawings and specifications, pre-
feasibility and feasibility studies and other instruments of service, shall
be protected under Secs. 20 (4) and 33 of R.A. No. 9266 and its 2004
IRR, whether such outputs and materials are executed or not. No person
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 (PCA) or author of said architectural documents and/or materials shall
duplicate or make copies of said documents for use in the repetition of
and for other projects, whether executed partly or in its entirety.

27. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND CIVIL LIABILITY FOR PACS

27.1 Any individual, partner, firm/corporation/consortium or joint
ventures which engage in the practice of professional
architectural consulting services (PACS) is legally responsible i.e.
professionally responsible before the State and civilly liable before
the State, the general public and the Client, for the conduct and
performance of his/her services to their Clients, whether in the
Government, private sector or civil society or then international
community (with projects on Philippine soil).
27.2 Where applicable, it is imperative that a Professional Consulting
Architect (PCA) secures a Professional Liability Insurance Policy,
professional indemnity insurance or equivalent in bond form
commensurate with the magnitude and scope of project
involvement with the corresponding compensation. Such cost
shall form part of the total project cost chargeable to the Client.

28. APPLICABILITY
This Standard of Professional Practice (SPP) for Professional Architectural
Consulting Services (PACS) shall be adopted by the IAPOA, which shall
thereafter formulate the covering guidelines and Manual of Procedure
(MoP).

29. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION (ADR)

In case of any dispute arising from the implementation of these IRR and
related derivative regulations, the same shall be resolved by modes of
alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mandated under R.A. No. 9285 (the
ADR Act of 2004 and its IRR) before it is referred to a competent court.
The ADR modes must necessarily include negotiation, conciliation,
mediation and arbitration. An ADR clause must therefore form part of all
PCAS agreements.

30. PENALTY CLAUSE AND SANCTION

Any individual, partner, firm/corporation/ consortium who/which engages
in professional architectural consulting services (PACS), but are not
qualified in accordance with the provisions prescribed by law, particularly
under R.A. No. 9266 (The Architecture Act of 2004) and its IRR, shall be
subject to sanction/s by the appropriate public or private entities, without
prejudice to the filing of appropriate criminal, civil administrative or
special complaints pursuant to existing laws.

Nothing follows
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