Scope of Work
Describe scanning methods, area limits, depth range, units of measurement, and any exclusions such as concealed voids beneath non‑concrete surfaces or utility trace limitations.
A formal agreement sets expectations that reduce safety and schedule risk, allocates responsibility for locating embedded items, and defines acceptable deliverables and limits of liability. It also documents consent to onsite access and data collection and helps contractors, owners, and engineers coordinate pre‑construction activities efficiently.
The agreement is used where subsurface or embedded concrete conditions affect demolition, coring, drilling, or retrofit work. Typical participants are listed below.
Parties should ensure the person signing has authority to bind the organization and that contact details for project leads are included in the agreement.
Project Manager — Construction: The PM signs on behalf of the contractor, confirms site access windows, and accepts deliverables. The PM coordinates trade sequencing and confirms payment terms and insurance certificates are on file.
Licensed Structural Engineer: Signs to confirm scope acceptance when scans are requested for structural evaluation or design. The engineer may set acceptance criteria and review scan methodology for compliance with project specifications.
Describe scanning methods, area limits, depth range, units of measurement, and any exclusions such as concealed voids beneath non‑concrete surfaces or utility trace limitations.
Specify final deliverables: annotated scan maps, depth and location reports, PDF/CSV raw data, CAD overlays, and the required submission format and number of copies.
Identify equipment and standards (GPR frequency, covermeter model), operator qualifications, calibration, and environmental conditions that could affect results.
List firm fees or unit rates (per square foot or per scan), payment timing, retainers, travel charges, and conditions for change orders.
Define limits of liability, indemnity carve‑outs, insurance minimums, and disclaimers about subsurface uncertainty and non‑destructive testing limitations.
Set site access windows, required escorts, required clearances, utility markings, and any shutdown or isolation procedures needed for safe scanning.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signing Order | Sequential signing: client → contractor → scanning provider |
| Authentication | Email and optional SMS code for signer verification |
| File Format | Use PDF/A for final signed deliverable and attach native data files as required |
| Reminders | Automated reminders every 3 days until executed |
Choose secure delivery and storage channels that preserve the audit trail and document integrity for future reference.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7‑day free trial | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes (plan dependent) | Yes (plan dependent) | Yes (plan dependent) | Yes (plan dependent) | Varies |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes (BAA required) | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
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