What makes it reviewable?
Illustrative example. A proposed change to a test date should name the schedule, current version, consequence and requested date basis.
| Field | Question |
|---|---|
| Source | Where is the requirement? |
| Issue | Why is it difficult? |
| Proposal | What response is requested? |
| Approval | Who authorises the submission? |
Who decides the wording?
This is a document-control guide, not legal advice. A contracts professional and qualified legal adviser must decide the contractual position.
Common questions
What else should the bid team know?
Is a departure automatically accepted?
No. The buyer must consider and respond to it.
Is this legal advice?
No. Seek qualified advice.
Primary sources
- NEC4 contract familiesNEC Contracts
- Plant and Design-Build Contract, Second Edition, 2017FIDIC
- Contract standards and current editionsStandards Australia