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I would like to get some guidance or advice on what is common practice when working construction contracting: Is the notice to proceed issued after all submittals have been submitted/approved? My position is to issue NTP after bonding and insurance have been verified, and the submittal process is part of the entire performance period up to competion and including final cleanup. I have someone challenging me on this position and I have remained firm, so far. I told them they have 90 days from NTP to final completion and submittal process is part of that time. If the submittal process was arduous and lengthy, they could request with supporting documents/proof of such delay impacting their work schedule and we may consider an extension. Is this a typical position or do my colleagues practice differently? Is there written guidance on this matter anywhere? Looking forward to hearing back from you acquisition professionals!! eb

I would like to get some guidance or advice on what is common practice when working construction contracting: Is the notice to proceed issued after all submittals have been submitted/approved? My position is to issue NTP after bonding and insurance have been verified, and the submittal process is part of the entire performance period up to competion and including final cleanup. I have someone challenging me on this position and I have remained firm, so far. I told them they have 90 days from NTP to final completion and submittal process is part of that time. If the submittal process was arduous and lengthy, they could request with supporting documents/proof of such delay impacting their work schedule and we may consider an extension. Is this a typical position or do my colleagues practice differently? Is there written guidance on this matter anywhere? Looking forward to hearing back from you acquisition professionals!! eb