Jct Standard Building Contract Without Quantities In Washington

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The Jct standard building contract without quantities in Washington is a detailed legal document that outlines the responsibilities and obligations of both the Contractor and the Owner in a construction project. It covers key areas such as scope of work, work site conditions, permits, soil conditions, and insurance requirements. The contract stipulates that the Contractor must apply for necessary permits and be responsible for construction based on the Owner's specifications. It also emphasizes the need for Owner-approved changes through written Change Orders. Payment terms, including fixed and cost-plus options, are clearly defined, along with penalties for late payments. The warranty limits the Contractor's liability to defects in workmanship for one year, while assigning material warranties to the Owner. This contract is beneficial for attorneys, partners, owners, associates, paralegals, and legal assistants as it provides a clear framework for construction agreements, ensuring legal compliance and protecting the interests of all parties involved.
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The employer must provide drawings together with a description of works, and either a specification or work schedules at tender stage. The project is generally not complex enough to require bills of quantities.

So, if you ever come across someone referring to a 'JCT contract', it is typically about a standard building contract. These contracts are usually between an 'employer' and a 'contractor' to facilitate a building works project. They set out all of the relevant terms and conditions, including: Obligations of the parties.

The term 'without quantities' refers to a construction contract or tender documents that do not include specific measured quantities of the items of work identified by the drawings and specifications. It can be used on projects where it is not possible to prepare a bill of quantities (BOQ) at the time of tendering.

Clause 4.7. 2 4.7. 2 The sum due as an Interim Payment shall be an amount equal to the Gross Valuation under clause 4.13 where Alternative A applies, or clause 4.14 where Alternative B applies, in either case less the aggregate of: 4.7.

JCT contracts are known for being highly prescriptive. Although the standardised format may provide clarity, it can also limit flexibility. Each JCT contract is structured around a specific set of terms and clauses, which may not suit every project's unique needs or challenges.

4.21. 1 The Contractor shall notify the Architect/Contract Administrator as soon as the likely effect of a Relevant Matter on regular progress or the likely nature and extent of any loss and/or expense arising from a deferment of possession becomes (or should have become) reasonably apparent to him.

Clause 4.11 – In the event of non-payment or non-compliance with the above-mentioned Clauses, the Contractor has the right to suspend works and the process for doing so is explained in this Clause.

The JCT Standard Building Contract is designed for large or complex construction projects where detailed contract provisions are needed. Standard Building Contracts are suitable for projects procured via the traditional or conventional method.

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Jct Standard Building Contract Without Quantities In Washington