OTHER USES?
- addenda.org offers you a secure way to transfer files without installing "remote access" on your computer network. Post the documents you need to work on at home or while your away. You then have access to them from any network connection.
- addenda.org is an easy way to share information with clients or consultants. Post the information to your site and they can access at any time.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN A "PROJECT?
A Project consists of the following elements:
· Project scope - a brief description of the project - html format
· Pre-Bid Meeting Notification (if applicible) - html format
· Invitation to Bid - PDF format.
· Addenda - Post/issue as many addenda as necessary. Addenda can include both the written portion and drawings - PDF format.
· Bid Form - If it becomes necessary, publish revised Bid Forms for the Contractors to download clean, clear copies - PDF format.
· Bid Tabulation - At the end of the bidding process, post the results with your Bid Tabulation Form on line - PDF format.
- Presentation Material
- Progress Drawings
- Construction Documents
WHAT IF I NEED MORE TIME?
If a project needs to remain active beyond the standard 1-year time block, the project can be renewed. Additional time is sold in 1-year blocks for a flat rate of $20.00 per time block. addenda.org will retire the project from your renewed schedule unless we are notified via email 5-days in advance of the retirement date.
CAN A PROJECT COME OUT OF RETIREMENT?
Resurrection of a project once it has been retired will be charged $75.00 for another 1-year time block. Once the project has been reestablished, the regular rates for additional time ($25.00 for an additional 1-year time block) are in effect.
WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE INFORMATION POSTED?
The content and accuracy of the information posted in an architect's plan room is totally the responsiblity of the subscriber. addenda.org in no way assumes any liability for the information posted. When a firm submits data that is to be posted, it shall be their responsiblity to review the information for accuracy. Refer to the "Terms" button below
HOW MANY ADDENDA (files) CAN BE POSTED WITH A PROJECT?
You can post as many addenda as are prepared for a project on addenda.org. If the total sum of the files posted exceed 60-megs additional arrangements need to be made. Contact us at Projects@addenda.org.
HOW TO DO IT:
Setup an account over the internet, clicking the "T-square" tab. Fill out the application for an account and your "Plan Room" has been established (this part is free) Remember your account name and password you will need them to add projects and access your account. Once you initially set up your account, you end up at the "add projects" page. You can continue or return by pressing the "accounts" button (the erasing shield) located at the bottom of the home page.
ADD A PROJECT:
To add projects to your "Plan Room", go to the "Accounts" button (the erasing shield). Type in your user name and password, this gives you access to add projects or edit existing projects. Review the "Terms of Use", if you agree click on the yes button, then click on the "Pay Pal" icon. Once the "Project" has been paid for, you will be redirected to the "account" page. Type in your user name and password to log back in to your account. Then click the "Edit Project" button to complete the process.
Some users are uncomfortable using online payment systems like "Pay Pal". We have set up a payment and billing systems to address those concerns. Contact us at projects@addenda.org via email; in the subject line put "Add Project". In the body of the email tell us your firm name and billing address. We will set up the project for your use. This method just takes a little longer to set up.
ADD INFORMATION TO A PROJECT:
Click the "Accounts" button (erasing shield), fill in your user name and password. Click the "Edit Projects" button - a list of projects appears with a "radio" button to the left. Click on the radio button next to the project you wish to update. Click the "Edit Project" button. The front end information appears on top of the screen and the lower part of screen is where you add the files to the project. Click the browse button and navigate to the file you wish to attach. Highlight the file and click the "Add File" button. The file posts to screen. Click the radio button next to the new file and edit the description and catagory. To complete the file attachment click "Save". To view the information visit your "Plan Room" web page. We suggest that the information you post be in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. Converting materials into PDF format can be done by addenda.org as an additional service.
DOES addenda.org EMAIL, PARCEL POST, FAX OR DELIVER THE ADDENDA TO PLAN HOLDERS?
No. addenda.org only posts the information sent to it by subscribers. It is the client's responsibility to transmit hard copies of the documents as they see fit.
WHEN I VISITED addenda.org, I DID NOT FIND YOUR CLIENT'S PLAN ROOMS
The pages offered here are for the public viewing. The client's are responsible for marketing and publishing their own pages. In order to maintain control of the professional information contained in a client's "Plan Room", addenda.org does not provide searches of our client's or publish links to their pages.
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