1. Scope of Services
Design Assist services may include, but are not limited to:
- System selection & performance consultation
- Preliminary detailing and interface coordination
- Budget and value-engineering input
- Performance mock-up (PMU/VMU/acoustic) planning support
- Logistical and constructibility recommendations
- Technical review of architectural documentation
- Conceptual markups, redlines, take-offs, and product data submissions
These services are advisory in nature and do not constitute final engineering, installation, or fabrication drawings unless explicitly agreed to.
2. Duration & Timeline
- Services shall be provided for the design development and preconstruction phase only, unless extended by mutual written agreement.
- Turnaround timelines will be set based on project schedules and mutually agreed milestones.
- Expedited services may be subject to additional fees.
3. Fees & Payment Terms
- Design Assist may be offered on a lump sum, hourly, or credited-back-to-contract basis.
- Payment terms: Net 30 unless otherwise specified.
- Invoices will be submitted monthly or per milestone and are due upon receipt.
4. Limitations of Liability
- The consultant shall not be held liable for performance, structural, or installation issues stemming from incomplete or incorrect use of recommendations.
- Recommendations are based on available project information at the time of engagement.
- It is the client’s responsibility to verify site conditions, building codes, and coordination with all trades.
5. Intellectual Property
- All design assist deliverables, markups, and technical content remain the intellectual property of Karl Kallassy unless otherwise transferred by agreement.
- The client may use these materials only for the project(s) named in the agreement.
6. Confidentiality
- All project data and communications will be treated as confidential and not disclosed to third parties without written consent, except where required by law or for coordination with authorized project stakeholders.
7. Termination
- Either party may terminate the engagement with 7 days written notice.
- Upon termination, all work performed to date will be invoiced and payable.
8. Governing Law
- These terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Arizona, without regard to conflict of law principles.