To begin with is important to identify the role and principal characteristics a Superintendent must have to deliver successful projects. The Super is the person in charge to perform the role of an independent contract administrator and administer in accordance with the drawings and specifications, under the umbrella of the contract conditions. It is also…
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Roadwork’s and Civil Engineering Claims – A Contractor’s Perspective
Under a roadwork’s or civil engineering contract, the ‘rules of the deal’ are set out in the various documents that comprise the contract including the letter of acceptance, contract conditions, scope of work, specifications, drawings and pricing and other schedules, etc. The payment due to the Contractor is the by way of the lump sum…
Problems with Local Government Outsourcing and Some Solutions
Local Government outsourcing in the traditional areas of construction and supply has been in place for many years. However, for most Councils outsourcing of services has been steadily increasing over the past 20 years. Services contracts require contractors to perform work once undertaken by employees before the commercialisation push of the 1990s. Typical services outsourced…
10 Ways to Avoid a Battle with a Contractor
1. An understanding of the basics of contract law is important if a contract administrator is to carry out his or her job successfully. 2. The commercial conditions of contract are imperative to the profitability of a contract. However, the commercial conditions of contract can be overlooked by those more interested in the technical and day-to-day aspects…
Why not utilise a contract management plan?
A contract management plan can be utilised for all type of contracts including construction, services and supply contracts and even consultancy agreements. It is a useful tool for identifying and managing risks to ensure a successful outcome of the contract. It also assists in value-for-money outcomes being achieved. Even a relatively simple low-risk contract will benefit…
