Extended Date for Performance
What is this form?
The Extended Date for Performance form is a legal document used to modify an existing contract by extending the time frame in which a party must fulfill their obligations. This form is crucial when unexpected circumstances arise, necessitating more time without altering the overall terms of the agreement. Unlike a new contract, this form allows the parties involved to agree on a simple extension while maintaining the original contract's intent and conditions.
Key parts of this document
- Date of the original contract
- Names and addresses of the Owner and Contractor
- Original performance date that is being extended
- New extended performance date
- Signatures of both parties to confirm agreement
Situations where this form applies
This form is used in situations where the Contractor requires additional time to complete the project outlined in the original contract. Common scenarios include delays due to unforeseen circumstances like bad weather, supply chain issues, or other factors that prevent timely completion. It is important to document these changes formally to maintain clear communication and legal protection for both parties.
Who should use this form
- Property owners engaging contractors for construction or repair work
- Contractors needing to extend project deadlines for legitimate reasons
- Legal representatives managing contract modifications on behalf of clients
How to prepare this document
- Identify and enter the parties involved: the Owner and the Contractor.
- Fill in the dates of the original contract and the extension date.
- Specify the reasons for the extension if necessary.
- Ensure both parties sign and date the form to confirm the agreement.
- Attach a copy of the original contract as Exhibit A if required.
Notarization guidance
This form usually doesn’t need to be notarized. However, local laws or specific transactions may require it. Our online notarization service, powered by Notarize, lets you complete it remotely through a secure video session, available 24/7.
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Mistakes to watch out for
- Failing to include the necessary details about the original contract.
- Not specifying a clear new performance date.
- Omitting signatures from both parties, rendering the form unenforceable.
Advantages of online completion
- Convenience of downloading and editing at your own pace.
- Access to templates drafted by licensed attorneys, ensuring legal validity.
- Ability to securely store and share your completed forms without the need for physical copies.
Main things to remember
- The Extended Date for Performance form modifies the original contract by extending the performance date.
- It's crucial for both parties to understand and agree to the new deadline.
- Ensure all necessary information is accurately filled out and signatures are obtained to ensure enforceability.
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FAQ
Unless the statute of frauds applies, contracts that include such clauses can still be modified orally.If the statute of frauds applies, a written agreement or a written modification is always required. Logic suggests that parties should be able to agree that their contract can only be modified by a writing.
A contract modification is any written change in the terms of the contract. A contract cannot be changed verbally. It must be in writing.
Without the requirement of consideration, a party to a contract could declare that the contract should be modified or canceled whenever such a demand was advantageous. In contracts between merchants, a modification need not be supported by consideration.
Contract modification refers to mutually agreed changes or alterations made to a contract. A contract modification may introduce or cancel specifications or terms of an existing contract, while leaving its overall purpose and effect intact. Contract modification is also called contract amendment.
Minor modifications to a contract can be handwritten onto the document. Clearly write the changes, and sign your initials next to each change, before signing the entire document. If the other party agrees to the changes, the other party will also initial the changes and sign the document.
Minor modifications to a contract can be handwritten onto the document. Clearly write the changes, and sign your initials next to each change, before signing the entire document. If the other party agrees to the changes, the other party will also initial the changes and sign the document.
You can use a contract amendment letter to list the changes to the original document and have both parties sign. You can create a contract amendment created from a template or from a legal services provider. You can add amendment pagesdigital or printto the end of the original signed contract.
