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RFI

Meaning in civil engineering & construction, with examples

abbreviationCommon term

In civil engineering & construction, RFI means: Request for information: a formal written question from the contractor to the designer or engineer when drawings or specifications are unclear, missing or in conflict.

In Turkish: bilgi talebi, bilgi talep formu

How it is used

RFIs are raised, numbered, tracked in an RFI log and answered by an agreed date. A late response can delay the work and may support a claim for extra time.

Example sentences

  1. I've raised an RFI because the beam sizes on the two drawings don't match.

  2. We're still waiting for a response to RFI 087 about the stair detail.

Common collocations

  • raise an RFI
  • respond to an RFI
  • RFI log
  • RFI response
  • submit an RFI
  • drawingA scaled technical picture of a structure or part of it, such as a plan, section or detail, that shows the builder what to construct and where.
  • specificationA written document that describes the materials, standards, workmanship and testing required for a project. It is used together with the drawings.
  • shop drawingA detailed drawing prepared by the contractor, fabricator or supplier showing exactly how an item, such as steelwork, rebar or facade panels, will be made and installed.
  • revisionA new, changed version of a drawing or document, marked with a letter or number such as Rev B so that everyone knows which version is current.
  • extension of timeExtra time added to the contract completion date because of delays the contractor is not responsible for, such as client changes or exceptional weather.

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