Key Comparison Elements
Comparison Chart
This Comparison Matrix provides a clear overview of the standard ConsensusDocs construction contracts and identifies the equivalent AIA contract forms, where applicable. It is designed to help owners, contractors, architects, and other construction professionals easily compare commonly used ConsensusDocs agreements with corresponding AIA documents, enabling informed contract selection based on project needs and risk allocation.
AIA A201 vs. ConsensusDocs 200
Get a clear, side‑by‑side look at how AIA and ConsensusDocs general terms and conditions differ on key issues like risk allocation, project delivery, and collaboration. This article breaks down what those differences mean in practice—so you can choose the contract framework that best supports fair, balanced construction relationships.
Recorded Webinar
The ConsensusDocs 200 Prime Agreement & American Institute of Architects' (AIA) A201 General Conditions Document are the industry's two most widely recognized contract documents. This recorded webinar highlights the critical differences between AIA and ConsensusDocs, and how to leverage their standard language in your next contract negotiation.
Creating ConsensusDocs Together
ConsensusDocs was founded in 2007 by a coalition of 20 leading architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) organizations with a shared mission: to transform the construction industry through fair, balanced, and collaborative contract documents. Developed by industry professionals for industry professionals, ConsensusDocs contracts are designed to reduce risk, promote cooperation, and support successful project outcomes for all stakeholders.
Today, ConsensusDocs has grown to include 40+ coalition member organizations representing owners, contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and construction managers across the United States. With a comprehensive library of 110+ trusted construction contract templates, ConsensusDocs offers standardized agreements that address the real-world needs of modern construction projects.
By prioritizing fairness, clarity, and risk-balanced language, ConsensusDocs helps protect the best interests of every project participant—while minimizing disputes, improving efficiency, and fostering stronger working relationships throughout the construction lifecycle.
What Subscription is Best for You?
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Full Package $1,400 / year Subscribe |
Designer $1,100 / year Subscribe |
Subcontracting $875 / year Subscribe |
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Total Number of Contracts |
116 |
55 |
51 |
|
General Contracting |
41 |
15 |
11 |
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Collaborative |
5 |
3 |
2 |
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Design-Build |
23 |
23 |
8 |
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CM At-Risk |
5 |
0 |
0 |
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Subcontracting |
28 |
13 |
28 |
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Program Management |
12 |
0 |
1 |
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Public-Private-Partnership |
2 |
1 |
1 |
Owner
$1,290 per year / 63 total contracts
- 30 General Contracting
- 5 Subcontracting
- 5 Collaborative
- 7 Program Management
- 10 Design Build
- 4 CM At-Risk
- 2 Public-Private-Partnership
Design Pro
$775 per year / 42 total contracts
- 20 General Contracting
- 5 Subcontracting
- 5 Collaborative
- 1 Program Management
- 11 Design Build
- 0 CM At-Risk
- 0 Public-Private-Partnership
Consulting
$645 per year / 35 total contracts
- 13 General Contracting
- 9 Subcontracting
- 2 Collaborative
- 6 Program Management
- 5 Design Build
- 0 CM At-Risk
- 0 Public-Private-Partnership
Short Forms
$645 per year / 36 total contracts
- 17 General Contracting
- 13 Subcontracting
- 0 Collaborative
- 0 Program Management
- 6 Design Build
- 0 CM At-Risk
- 0 Public-Private-Partnership
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