Purpose

Substantial Completion is defined as the time the Owner accepts, in writing, the portion of work that may be occupied (put to its intended use).

Responsibility

The Project Manager (PM) should request the Substantial Completion letter from Construction Contract Administration (CCA).

Timeline

Substantial Completion should be requested when the portion of work is available for its intended use.

Process
  1. The Contractor requests a Substantial Completion inspection and submits a pre-punch list.
  2. The Architect/Engineer, Owner, Contractor & PM complete a Substantial Completion Walkthrough.
  3. The Architect/Engineer generates a Substantial Completion Punch List.
  4. The PM requests a Substantial Completion letter from CCA.