PALA DOC

Comprehensive vocabulary flashcards covering the PALA Technical Standards of Professional Practice, fee structures, design phases, and relevant national laws including RA 9053 and RA 9184.

PALA Document 201

The technical standard governing Pre-Planning and Pre-Design Services.

PALA Document 202

The technical standard governing Regular Landscape Architecture Design Services.

PALA Document 203

The technical standard governing Specialized Landscape Design and Allied Services.

PALA Document 204

The technical standard governing Landscape Construction Management Services.

PALA Document 205

The technical standard governing Post-Construction Services.

PALA Document 206

The technical standard governing Project Management Services.

PALA Document 207

The technical standard governing Design-and-Build Engagements.

Republic Act 9053

Otherwise known as the Landscape Architecture Act of 2000, which along with its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR), provides the legal framework for the profession in the Philippines.

Economic Feasibility Studies

Studies performed to determine the viability of a Project by assessing its cost of development vis-à-vis its potential returns to the Client.

Visual Resources (VR) Inventory and Assessment

A study that itemizes and assesses a site’s visual resources in relation to the intended development, often as part of environmental baseline studies.

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

A study that determines and predicts both negative and positive impacts a Project may have on the environment and prescribes mitigating measures.

Interest on Late Payment

The Landscape Architect is entitled to interest at the prevailing BSP rate plus $2\%$ per annum on fees not paid within $30$ days of billing receipt.

Instruments of Service

Drawings, specifications, and other documents submitted by the Landscape Architect which remain their property and must bear their prescribed seal and signature.

Schematic / Conceptual Design Phase

The initial phase of design services that establishes the theme, concept, and recommended solution, typically including a general narrative and Statement of Probable Cost of Construction.

Design Development Phase

The phase involving the preparation of plans, elevations, and outline specifications to fix the size, quality, and character of materials and structures.

Contract Documents Phase

The phase that prepares bid-ready documents, including complete Plans, Construction Drawings, Technical Specifications, and detailed Cost Estimates.

Construction Phase

This phase includes the bidding period and the construction period, where the Landscape Architect monitors progress and recommends Certificates of Payment.

Design-Build by Administration

An arrangement where costs for labor and materials are paid directly by the Client, and the Landscape Architect's estimate is guaranteed only within a $10\%$ range of variance.

Design-Build on a Guaranteed Maximum Cost

An arrangement where the Landscape Architect guarantees the maximum cost; savings are divided equally, and the Landscape Architect assumes costs exceeding the guaranteed amount by more than $10\%$.

Approved Agency Estimate (AAE)

The total estimated cost of a Project as established by design, used as a benchmark for evaluating bids.

Bill of Quantities (BOQ)

A spreadsheet itemizing various work items with corresponding costs, usually separated into hardscape and softscape categories.

Conflict of Interest

A situation of anti-trust where opposing interests make impartial judgment impossible, such as a landscape designer also acting as the supplier of planting materials.

Dummy

A person who allows their name and signature to be used to abet the illegal practice of a profession without owning controlling shares.

Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC)

An approval issued by the DENR allowing a proponent to proceed with development, often requiring an Environmental Guarantee Fund.

Quantum Merit

A provision entitling a consultant to compensation for work actually accomplished up to the point of suspension or termination of an agreement.

Republic Act No. 9184

Commonly known as the Government Procurement Reform Act, it provides for the modernization and standardization of government procurement activities.

Approved Budget for the Contract (ABC)

The upper limit or ceiling for bid prices in government procurement; bids exceeding this ceiling are disqualified outright.

Bids and Awards Committee (BAC)

The committee responsible for advertising, evaluating bids, and recommending contract awards in the government procurement process.

Multiple of Direct Personnel Expenses

A compensation method computed by multiplying the cost of technical services by a multiplier ranging from $2.0$ to $3.0$ to cover overhead and profit.

G-EPS

The Government Electronic Procurement System, which serves as the primary source of information on all government procurement.