Why we still need contracts

Article Abstract:

Sir John Egan's reference to contracts in his report on the UK construction industry forms part of a keen debate on this issue within the industry. Egan makes only a minor reference to the subject in his report 'Rethinking Construction' but he states that they are expensive, of little value, and should become obsolete if the industry changes according to his recommendations. However, proper documentation of issues, including cost and quality, indicates agreement. It is lack of this initial agreement which often leads to expensive arbitration and litigation proceedings.

Building, Developing, and General Contracting, Contract Construction, Evaluation, Construction contracts

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Information overload

Article Abstract:

It is very common for specifications, drawings and other documents to form part of the contract documents under JCT80 in the UK construction industry. In cases where drawings or other information produced by the contractor, subcontractor or supplier are bound into the contract documents, they become the responsibility of the employer. As long as the work indicated in the documents meets the criteria for 'performance-specified work,' these documents should be provided separately by the contractor in the form of the 'contractor's statement.'

Management

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Time to pardon the scapegoat contract

Article Abstract:

Construction industry contracts are often criticised for being adversarial. However, the contract itself is not at fault. Disputes arise from mismanagement of the risks involved in the contract, abuse of the contract and the use of forms of contract which are ambiguous. Although non-adversarial contracts can be written, they are impractical as even the most basic type of contract should stipulate deadlines, quality and price.

Independent contractors

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