THE AEC STANDARD

Contracts that Keep the Industry Moving

AIA Contract Documents gives every construction project stakeholder a shared standard from bid award to closeout. 

1,000,000+

contracts written per year

15,000+

annual subscribers

45,000+

companies writing contracts per year

$100+

billion in contract value per year

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Perkins+Will
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How Firms Use AIA Contract Documents

Trust the Industry Standard 

Rely on contracts used and known across the design and construction industry.

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Support Project Success

Create a coordinated framework for project delivery and collaboration. 

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Verify Authenticity 

The AIA seal confirms you're using authentic, certified AIA documents.

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Simplify Contracting 

Save time with standardized contract families organized by delivery method. 

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Streamline Administration

Move contracts from draft to signature faster with integrated workflows. 

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Coordinate Project Teams 

Connect project participants through consistent agreements. 

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What Our Customers Are Saying

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Wolf Saar

Architect, Managing Principal

“What makes these documents so valuable is that they're not one-sided. When issues arise, AIA Contract Documents provide a clear process for resolving them. They help guide difficult conversations and often keep disputes from becoming lawsuits.”

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Erin Alley

Principal Architect

"Having a contract that clearly addresses responsibilities and scope keeps everyone focused on the work at hand. AIA Contract Documents are fair, balanced, and practical. They help parties solve problems instead of debating contracts."

Coordinated Documents for Every Phase of Your Project

Expert insights on contracts and risk, delivered to your inbox.

Bidding & Award

Bid Documents, A-Series Prime Agreements, Bonds

Win the projects you want with professional, competitive documentation.

Design & Engineering

B-Series Prime Agreements, C-Series Consultant Agreements

Protect your design intent and align consultants early to set the project up for a smooth build.

Construction & Subcontracts

General Conditions, A-Series Trade Agreements, Change Orders

Coordinate crews, reduce project delays, and manage changes with accurate field documentation.

Payment & Compliance

G-Series Pay Applications, Continuation Sheets, and Lien Waivers

Get paid faster and reduce financial risk with standardized billing documentation.

Project Closeout

G-Series Substantial Completion and Final Payment Forms

Close projects cleanly, avoid disputes, protect your bottom line, and start occupancy.

A Modern Workspace to Accelerate Contracting

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Architect’s Guide to Contracts
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Architect’s Guide to Contracts

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General Contractor’s Guide to Contracts
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General Contractor’s Guide to Contracts

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Owner-Developer's Guide to Contracts
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Owner-Developer's Guide to Contracts

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Subcontractor’s Guide to Contracts
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Subcontractor’s Guide to Contracts

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