Oregon Construction Contractors (CCB) Practice Test

What must generally be included in a final payment request?

1. Details of work performed

2. Statistics of project completion

3. Future project estimates

4. A timeline for payment

The correct answer is: Details of work performed

A final payment request is a crucial component in the construction payment process, and it should always include details of the work performed. This inclusion is essential as it provides documentation and justification for the payment being requested. It serves as a summary that outlines what work has been completed, demonstrating that the contractor has fulfilled their obligations as per the terms of the contract. The details typically encompass a description of the work executed, its compliance with the contract specifications, and any applicable change orders. Providing this information helps to establish transparency between the contractor and the client, ensuring that both parties are aligned on the work completed. This documentation is vital for the approval process and helps to mitigate disputes regarding the quality or extent of work that was delivered. In contrast, while statistics of project completion, future project estimates, and a timeline for payment could have their own relevance in certain contexts, they do not serve the primary purpose of substantiating the final payment request itself. Thus, including detailed descriptions of the actual work performed is indispensable for validating the payment owed.