Flashcards
Preventing Time and Delay Disputes in Construction Contracts
Flashcards do conjunto (4)
- 1Discuss the purpose of "methodical, timely and even-handed administration.To prevent time and delay disputes in Construction Contracts.
- 2What are 'liquidated damages"?Payments imposed on the Contractor for late completion of construction. Which are estimated and established as realistically as possible, to represent the best ascertainment of actual losses the owner will suffer if the completed construction is not delivered on time.
When a contract contains liquidated damages provisions, the architect is obligated to administer the time provisions of the contract fairly and equitably to both owner and contractor. - 3What conditions may justify adjustments to contract time?*Working days vs calendar days.
*Unforeseen or Differing Conditions
examples: Subterranean Excavation or Alteration of Existing Buildings.
*Delay caused by Owner or Architect
examples: Materials, services, or separate contractors supplied or coordinated by owner, if not in time for General Contractor, will impact overall time. or Architect fails to provide timely review of submittals.
*Construction Schedule
Delays causes by outside agencies, such as government.
*Weather Delays
Unexpected (probably as in unusual) adverse or unseasonable weather conditions (like snow staying late last year).
*Critical Path??
Extensions provided due to Owner or Architect act or neglect, labour disputes and causes beyond the control of the contractor. - 4What documentation is expected?*Schedule of Submittals
*Change Orders
*Construction Schedule
*Written Notices