NCIDQ Interior Design Professional Exam (IDPX) Practice Exam

Before approving a contractor's request to change project specifications, the document that typically needs to be reviewed is a change order. A change order is a formal document that outlines amendments to the original construction contract. It provides detailed information on the changes being proposed, including the reasons for the change, the impact on the project's timeline, and any adjustments to the project cost.

Reviewing the change order is essential for several reasons. It ensures that all stakeholder interests are taken into account before an alteration is made to the existing agreement. This document serves to maintain the integrity of the project by ensuring that any changes are properly documented and agreed upon, thus protecting both the owner and the contractor. Additionally, the change order reflects how these modifications may affect other aspects of the project, such as resources, scheduling, and overall project execution.

The other options serve different purposes: RFIs (Requests for Information) are commonly used to clarify ambiguities in the original contract documents, while shop drawings provide detailed information about how specific components will be fabricated and installed, rather than changes to specifications. Contract amendments are broader in scope and typically relate to modifications of the entire agreement rather than just the specifications.