Architects need rock-solid contracts to protect their interest in design and construction projects – but who has time tow write their own contracts and manage the endless legal reviews involved when all you really want to do is get started on the project?
AIA Contract Documents can help. They are the most widely accepted contract documents in the construction and design industry with over 100 years of use. The AIA library includes over 100 forms and agreements that address the full spectrum of project types including Conventional, Small Projects, Design-Build, Interior Design, BIM, IPD and Federally-Funded projects. Download the AIA Document List.
There are three ways you can purchase AIA Contract Documents:
- Hardcopy. Call AIA Central Valley to purchase a hardcopy of the document. Your order can be picked up in-person or mailed via UPS Ground. AIA members receive a 30% discount on all hardcopy documents. Click here to see our current retail list of AIA Contract Documents.
- AIA Contract Documents Software License. Purchase a yearly subscription to software with access to 100+ AIA documents. Easily fill in data fields, track edits, save custom templates and more. Compatible with Microsoft® Word + Excel. Which software license is best for me?
- AIA Documents-on-Demand. Online service lets customers purchase one or more individual documents from among 22 of the most popular AIA forms and agreements. Fill out form fields electronically; however, the AIA standard text cannot be modified. Visit the Documents-on-Demand e-shop.
Documents available on Documents-on-Demand:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you email/fax me a contract?
No. Contract Documents cannot be emailed or faxed, due to copyright law. However, we are happy to mail them to you. Additionally, you can pick them up in our office at 1400 S Street, Suite 100, Sacramento.
Is software available to print documents in Word?
Yes, Contract Document Software is available as an online download.
License Type Member Non-Member
Docs 300-Annual Limited $ 299 $ 469
Annual Unlimited-Single License $ 639 $ 979
Annual Unlimited-Multi License $2,119 $3,319
I don’t need many contracts, but I want them electronically…is there a small package?
Yes. AIA members can purchase the Docs100 Meter license. This license gives the user access to the full line of contracts and functionality. For only $189, AIA Architect and Associate members can download 100 Document Units to be used in 12 months. This pricing is not currently shown on the external marketing pages of the AIA National website, but is an option when one registers to make a purchase.
I’m not sure which contract I need.
For descriptions of the AIA Contract Documents, see the AIA Document Synopses.
Can you ship overnight?
Yes. AIA Central Valley ships overnight packages via UPS. Many times packages can be shipped via Ground service and arrive by close of the next business day. We’ll discuss your options together and ship based on the best available rate.
Do I have to order five copies of one contract?
Not unless you want to! AIACV is happy to sell you only the number of contracts you need.
Some 1997 documents were renumbered in 2007, do you have a list that shows the changes?
We sure do, click here to download.
Can I come down and read a few contracts to figure out what I need?
Absolutely. Drop in anytime between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Monday thru Thursday. Call ahead and we will pre-pull the documents you’re interested in and have your invoice ready to go.
I’m curious about these new IPD agreements. How do I use them?
Please visit http://www.aiacontractdocuments.org/ipd/ . Here you can access the articles, podcasts and other information on IPD and the new agreements.
I have more questions, who can I talk to?
We are happy to talk with you. Please call Don Comstock, FAIA at the Chapter office at (916) 444-3658 for questions or Jennifer Blankenship-Gowin to place an order over the phone.
