California DSA Post Plan Approval Outline of Requirements and Certification Forms
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The California Division of the State Architect (DSA) provides this outline of requirements for construction projects following plan approval. The document details mandatory procedures for project commencement, including the appointment of a DSA-certified Project Inspector (Form DSA 5-PI), structural testing and special inspection requirements (Form DSA 103), and the issuance of an Inspection Card (Form DSA 102-IC). During construction, firms must manage deferred submittals and Construction Change Documents (CCD) affecting structural, fire, life safety, and accessibility components. Final certification requires the submission of verified reports from architects/engineers (DSA 6-AE), project inspectors (DSA 6-PI), and contractors (DSA 6-C), along with a Statement of Final Actual Project Cost (DSA 168). Submissions are managed through the DSAbox portal and eTracker system.
DSA 5-PI, DSA 103, DSA 102-IC, DSA 6-AE, DSA 6-PI, DSA 6-C, DSA 168
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Summary
The California Division of the State Architect (DSA) provides this outline of requirements for construction projects following plan approval.
The document details mandatory procedures for project commencement, including the appointment of a DSA-certified Project Inspector (Form DSA 5-PI), structural testing and special inspection requirements (Form DSA 103), and the issuance of an Inspection Card (Form DSA 102-IC). During construction, firms must manage deferred submittals and Construction Change Documents (CCD) affecting structural, fire, life safety, and accessibility components. Final certification requires the submission of verified reports from architects/engineers (DSA 6-AE), project inspectors (DSA 6-PI), and contractors (DSA 6-C), along with a Statement of Final Actual Project Cost (DSA 168). Submissions are managed through the DSAbox portal and eTracker system.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- DSA 5-PI
- DSA 103
- DSA 102-IC
- DSA 6-AE
- DSA 6-PI
- DSA 6-C
- DSA 168
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Reported agency
- Division of the State Architect
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This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Architect, Engineer, Project Inspector, Contractor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: DSA 5-PI, DSA 103, DSA 102-IC, DSA 6-AE, DSA 6-PI, DSA 6-C, DSA 168. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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