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Initial Decision Maker

The 2007 editions of AIA construction contract forms A101, A102(A111 old) and A201 introduced and defined the term Initial Decision Maker (IDM). The role is designated to make decisions in all matters of dispute between the Owner and the Contractor. These decisions are final and binding, but are also subject to mediation and arbitration. If the IDM is not appointed in the construction agreement, who will serve this function?



Answer: The architect (in the traditional manner of past contract editions).

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