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Construction Without Shot-crete Agreement

Parties and Recitals

This Construction Without Shot-crete Agreement (the Agreement) is entered into by and between:

Client Name:

Contractor Name:

WHEREAS, Client intends to engage Contractor to perform construction work on the Project described below and expressly requires that no shot-crete (sprayed concrete) be used in performance of the work; and

WHEREAS, Contractor represents that it is experienced in the specified methods of conventional cast-in-place, formwork, or other approved concrete placement techniques and agrees to perform the Work consistent with this Agreement and applicable plans and specifications;

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises set forth herein, Client and Contractor agree as follows.

Project

Scope of Work

Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supervision and services necessary to perform the Work described below. The Work expressly excludes any shot-crete or sprayed-concrete processes under any circumstance. Contractor shall perform the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents, applicable building codes, and good construction practice.

Payment Terms

Contract Sum: $

Final payment is due upon substantial completion of the Work and after completion of required inspections and receipt of releases of liens and final waivers from Contractor's subcontractors and suppliers.

Change Orders

Any change in the Work, price, or schedule shall be made only by written Change Order signed by both Client and Contractor. Contractor shall not proceed with changed work without an executed Change Order and shall be entitled to additional time and compensation for changes that affect cost or schedule.

Term and Termination

Commencement Date:

Estimated Completion Date:

Either party may terminate this Agreement for material breach by the other party if the breach is not cured within the notice period set forth above. Upon termination, Contractor shall be paid for all Work performed to the date of termination, including reasonable demobilization costs, less payments previously made.

Insurance, Warranty and Indemnity

Contractor shall maintain insurance customary for the scope and size of the Project, including commercial general liability and workers' compensation, and shall furnish certificates upon request. Contractor warrants that materials and workmanship furnished under this Agreement shall be free from defects for a period of one year from substantial completion, unless a longer period is required by the Contract Documents.

Contractor shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless Client, its officers and agents from and against all liabilities, damages, losses and expenses arising out of Contractor's negligence or willful misconduct in connection with the Work.

No Shot-crete Requirement

Contractor affirms that no shot-crete, sprayed concrete, or similar high-velocity concrete application method will be used on the Project. Use of shot-crete shall constitute a material breach of this Agreement and entitle Client to remedies including corrective work at Contractor's expense and other available legal remedies.

Confidentiality

Each party shall keep confidential all proprietary information disclosed by the other party in connection with the Project and shall not disclose such information except as required by law or with the disclosing party's prior written consent. Confidential information does not include information that is or becomes public through no fault of the receiving party.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of without regard to choice of law principles. The parties agree to attempt good faith negotiation of disputes prior to commencing litigation. If litigation is necessary, venue shall be in the state or federal courts located in the county where the Project is situated.

Representations and Compliance

Contractor represents that it has all licenses, permits and approvals required to perform the Work, will comply with all applicable laws, codes and regulations, and will coordinate with inspectors and authorities having jurisdiction as required.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement, together with any drawings, specifications, addenda and executed Change Orders, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations and agreements, whether written or oral. No modification to this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties.

Notices

Notices required under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses set forth above or to other addresses specified in writing. Notices may be delivered by personal service, certified mail, or courier and shall be effective upon receipt.

Client

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Contractor

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What the Construction Without Shot-crete document is

Construction Without Shot-crete is a formal project specification and agreement used when a project explicitly excludes shotcrete (pneumatically applied concrete) and instead relies on alternate placement methods. The document records approved techniques (cast-in-place, pumped or tremie pours, precast units), material standards, testing and inspection requirements, sequencing, and safety controls. It allocates responsibilities between owner, design engineer, and contractor, notes any deviations from standard structural details, and establishes acceptance criteria so permit reviewers and inspectors can evaluate compliance without shotcrete procedures.

Why using a written Construction Without Shot-crete agreement matters

A clear document prevents scope disputes by defining acceptable alternate concrete methods, inspection points, and performance tests.

Why using a written Construction Without Shot-crete agreement matters

Who typically prepares or signs this document

Owners, general contractors, specialty concrete contractors, and project engineers usually prepare or approve a Construction Without Shot-crete document.

  • Owners and developers who require specific placement methods and acceptance criteria.
  • Engineers of record who must approve alternative construction techniques and material tests.
  • Concrete and formwork contractors who execute the work and certify compliance.

Subcontractors, testing labs, permitting authorities, and sureties also rely on the document for compliance and payment milestones.

Essential components to include in a professional version

A complete document draws a direct line from scope to acceptance: scope description, method limitations, materials specs, testing, inspection, safety, and contractual clauses addressing deviations, cost, and timeline impacts.

Scope

Precise description of elements and locations excluded from shotcrete and the permitted alternative methods.

Materials

Concrete mix design, admixtures, reinforcement, and curing requirements tied to applicable ASTM or ACI standards.

Methods

Approved placement techniques, formwork, pump or tremie procedures, and vibration/compaction protocols.

Testing

Required compressive strength tests, sampling frequency, and acceptance criteria with referenced standards.

Inspections

Inspection points, responsible parties, and required submittals before and after placement.

Liability & Change

Change order process, warranty language, and indemnity allocations for alternate methods.

How to complete and finalize the document

Follow these steps from drafting through sign-off to maintain clarity and permitability.

  • 01
    Drafting: Define exclusions, methods, and acceptance criteria with input from engineer and contractor.
  • 02
    Review: Share with permitting authority and testing lab for comments and required supplements.
  • 03
    Revise: Update scope, the schedule, and change order terms based on reviews.
  • 04
    Sign and File: Obtain signatures, submit to permitting agency, and distribute executed copies to stakeholders.

How to configure a digital workflow for this document

Set up fields and routing to match approval order, testing deadlines, and permit filing requirements.

Field Configuration
Signature Order Owner → Engineer → Contractor
Authentication Email link with optional SMS code for higher-risk projects
Notifications Automated reminders at 3, 7, and 14 days
Archival Immutable PDF with audit trail and upload to project document control

Where to send and how to file the executed document

Route the executed document to contracting parties, testing lab, and the local building department or inspector as required.

  • Owner Copy: Owner's project file and contract administrator
  • Engineer Copy: Engineer of record for retention and reference
  • Contractor Copy: Field foreman and site document binder
  • Permit File: Submit to permitting authority as revision or supplementary method statement

Digital signing and platform considerations

Choose a platform that supports audit trails, role-based signing, and secure document storage before e-submission.

  • File Formats: PDF and DOCX supported for upload
  • Integrations: Connect to project tools like Procore, SharePoint, or NetSuite
  • Security: TLS and AES encryption at rest

Typical timelines and deadline checkpoints

Identify dates that drive testing, inspections, and payment so the field and office teams coordinate efficiently.

Submittal Date:

Date when alternative method statement must be provided to permit authority

Testing Schedule:

Start date for sampling and laboratory testing

Inspection Window:

Timeframe for structural inspection prior to cover-up

Acceptance Date:

Final acceptance and sign-off milestone

Warranty Start:

Date warranty period begins, often the Effective Date

Key project milestones tied to the document

Use these milestones to sync permitting, testing, and construction sequences on the critical path.

01

Submit Alternate Method

Deliver proposal and supporting calculations to the permitting authority.

02

Pre-pour Inspection

Inspector and engineer review forms, reinforcement, and formwork.

03

Sampling & Testing

Collect and test cylinders per frequency in the document.

04

Final Acceptance

Engineer signs off based on test results and observations.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Leaving 'shotcrete excluded' without specifying permitted substitutes and limits.
  • Failing to update testing frequency or acceptance criteria for the alternate method.
  • Not obtaining written approval from the engineer of record before compressive testing.
  • Using ambiguous language for warranty and change-order triggers.

Consequences and legal risks of an incomplete or incorrect document

Permit Rejection: Delay or denial of inspections
Payment Withhold: Owner may withhold funds pending compliance
Warranty Exposure: Contractor liability for failures increases
Remediation Costs: Costs to repair or replace noncompliant work
Schedule Delay: Impact on critical path and liquidated damages
Claim Risk: Disputes that may escalate to arbitration or litigation

Key data elements to capture and protect

Project ID: Unique tag
Party Names: Legal names
Engineer License: State/license #
Testing Results: Lab reports
Signatures: Signed audit trail
Retention: Retention policy

Real project examples using e-signed construction method statements

Case examples show how teams replaced paper approvals with signed method statements to speed inspection and payment.

Martin Properties

Tim Martin described online execution of documents for property work to ensure compliance and speed approvals

  • Use of mobile signing eliminated site travel and reduced turnaround time
  • The result was faster payment cycles and fewer document retrieval errors across projects.

Optica Ventures LLC

Brian Fitzgibbons highlighted simplicity for his team and clients when using e-signatures for construction forms

  • Digital distribution preserved a clear audit trail across vendors
  • This reduced disputes over accepted alternate methods and improved coordination with inspectors.

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Common questions about Construction Without Shot-crete documents

Answers to frequent questions about approval, signatures, and compliance for method statements that exclude shotcrete.


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