5-Substitution Request Form.pdf

This document is a Substitution Request form from the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Northwest Region. The form is a standardized template for requesting a product substitution during a construction project, allowing a contractor or vendor to propose an alternative to a previously specified item. The form requires detailed documentation about the proposed substitution, including product descriptions, specifications, drawings, and performance data. Key certifications include ensuring the proposed substitution: does not affect drawing dimensions, will be paid for by the requester if design changes are needed, will not adversely impact the construction schedule, and will have locally available maintenance and service parts.

The form provides a structured process for evaluating product substitutions, with spaces for the requester to submit information and for the Architect/Engineer (A/E) to review and approve or reject the request. The document includes four specific certifications by the requester about the proposed substitution, including confirming that the alternative item's function, appearance, and quality are equivalent or superior to the original specification. The form includes checkboxes for the A/E to indicate approval status, such as "Approved", "Approved as noted", "Not Approved", or "Received too late", providing a clear mechanism for formal review and documentation of the substitution request.