When submitting an RFI, it should initially be sent to the contractor's project manager.

• A. The architect
• B. The owner
• C. The subcontractor
• D. The contractor's project manager

Answer: (D)

Requests for Information are formal questions about design or contract details. The person responsible for coordinating all information on the contractor’s side—the project manager—serves as the gatekeeper for these requests. By sending the RFI to the project manager first, you ensure it has enough context, references the correct drawings or specs, and notes any potential schedule or cost impacts. The project manager then routes the request to the appropriate design professional or owner, as needed, and tracks its progress so responses stay timely and organized. This centralized handling prevents miscommunication, duplication, or delays that can happen if an RFI is sent directly to the architect, owner, or a subs, bypassing the contractor’s established process.