San Jose Municipal Code Part 1 Definitions

This Chapter sets forth the requirements for using Change Orders, Directed Change Orders, and Emergency Change Orders.

(Ord. 30308.)

The definitions in this Part 1 govern the application and interpretation of this Chapter.

(Ord. 30308.)

"Change Order" means a written amendment to the Public Works Contract or work order, executed by both the City and Contractor, that does any of the following:

A. Changes the scope of work in the contract;

B. Adjusts the time for completing all or a portion of the scope of work in the contract;

C. Adjusts the Contractor's compensation to reflect any change in the scope of work or any time adjustment; or

D. Makes any other changes arising from a change to the scope of work, a time adjustment or an adjustment to the Contractor's compensation.

(Ord. 30308.)

"Directed Change Order" means a written amendment to the Public Works Contract or work order that meets the requirements of a Change Order except that it is unilaterally issued by the City.

(Ord. 30308.)

"Emergency Change Order" means a Change Order or a Directed Change Order that provides for the Contractor to perform work necessary for the immediate preservation and safety of persons and/or property at or around the construction site.

(Ord. 30308.)