Specifying QCP Projects
Leverage QCP for Superior Craftsmanship and Strict Standard Adherence
How to Specify QCP
To specify QCP, simply include the following specification language in the Quality Assurance section of your project documents, both for fabrication and installation. It's worth noting QCP language is readily available in MasterSpec and Speclink, making it convenient to incorporate into your documents.
The Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) has prepared the following specification sections to aid design professionals in creating project-specific or office master specifications.
These sections align with the Construction Specifications Institute's (CSI) "SectionFormat" and "PageFormat" guidelines, allowing for easy integration with most commercial guide specification systems. Minor editing may be required to adapt the section numbers and titles to CSI's MasterFormat 2020 edition.
Section 064100 – Architectural Wood Casework – Full Length
Section 064100 – Architectural Wood Casework – Short Form
Section 123200 – Manufactured Wood Casework
If you outsource your spec-writing for a project, your project architect should ensure that this language is used. Whether you register a project for QCP certification yourself or the project is registered by someone else, it’s important to include the project number on your specifications to guarantee your project bids will include QCP certification. It is free to register a project and can be done in advance to assure everyone receives the required specifications for that project.
How to Specify QCP
Unless otherwise indicated, comply with AWI Standards or the Architectural Woodwork Standards (Current Edition), including installation, for grades of interior architectural woodwork, construction, finishes and other requirements. Provide AWI Quality Certification Program [Labels] [Certificates] indicating that the woodwork, [including installation,] complies with requirements of grades specified.
What Using This Specification Language Means
Using this specification language in your documents means that the woodworking firm you use will need to hold a QCP license, will know to adhere to industry standards, and will get your project QCP certified with project labels.
It is recommended to use this language (as a best practice) in order to avoid questions or errors from woodworking firms. If you can include the correct language from the beginning, you will save time and effort in the long run. If specifying a project for QCP certification isn’t upheld at the bid level, you will run the risk of not only securing quality assurance, but also, bids that are not a true “apples to apples” comparison, and you’ll have limited recourse in the event of discrepancies in the delivery of woodwork.
What Using This Specification Language Means
GET QCP PROJECT NUMBER
The Difference Between QCP Licensing, QCP Certification & QCP Labels
A woodworking firm holds a QCP license. It means they have been vetted and can fabricate and install millwork projects that meet and exceed the AWI Standards or Architectural Woodwork Standards.
An individual project is QCP certified, meaning it has been evaluated and deemed eligible for certification under the Quality Certification Program Policies.
When the project is registered, your woodworker will order QCP certificates and labels, which means they are fully prepared to execute and confirm the certification of your project contract as per your project documents.
Benefits of Specifying QCP on Interior Woodwork Projects
Expertise
All QCP-licensed woodworking firms undergo rigorous testing and inspection by a national network of industry experts. Hire a QCP-licensed firm and your project will be of the highest quality and handled with the utmost integrity.
Total Protection
Specifying QCP project certification safeguards you and the owner against inferior woodwork that doesn't meet your specifications. QCP inspection is available at no extra cost. If the inspection reveals nonconformities, woodworkers must correct these issues or negotiate a resolution with the owner.
Peace of Mind
During inspection, the QCP representative, an industry expert, reviews the shop drawings to confirm they meet all specifications and quality standard requirements, significantly reducing the possibility of non-compliant work.