Engineering Services Buyer's Checklist.
An 8-section checklist used by project owners, developers, and facility managers to procure engineering services without missing the questions that bite later.
What's inside
Scope & Deliverables
Pin down written scope, stamped vs. unstamped sets, calcs, reports, and review milestones.
Licensing & Qualifications
Confirm COA in project state, Engineer of Record's P.E., discipline expertise, and references.
Insurance & Risk
Verify E&O limits, GL, workers' comp, indemnification, and limitation-of-liability language.
Fee Structure
Lump sum vs. NTE vs. percentage; reimbursables cap; change-order rates; payment schedule.
Schedule
Align milestones with permit + construction; account for AHJ and utility review cycles.
Permitting & Approvals
List AHJs, utilities, environmental/NEPA, SWPPP, and public hearing scope.
Communication
Single point of contact, document control platform, cadence.
Closeout
Record drawings, as-builts, archived stamped sets, warranty/observation.
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