Technical
“A ‘hurting’ contractor is a dangerous animal and will stop at little to cover his costs and take advantage where he can”
most cost effective solution. Disputes can lead to a souring of the contract/client relationship and every effort should be made to resolve differences as soon as they arise. They should not be left to haggle over at the end of the contract when memories have faded.
Mediation
The appointment of an independent qualified person as a consultant is often side- stepped because of the apparent additional cost. On a closer look, however, there are a number of points that make this decision beneficial to both parties. Ideally, a detailed
professional investigation of the project beforehand should identify most of the risks that could be encountered, and a comprehensive work plan and specification gives the contractor a clear idea of the scope of work. This reduces the number of items of work where he must allow for risk. An independently prepared set of contract documents also enables the client to compare quotations from different contractors to carry out the same specified work under the same terms and conditions. Independent monitoring and regular site meetings
controlled by a consultant should ensure nothing is overlooked. He is present to attend to changes in plans and extra costs. Being on hand to attend to disputes, he can assist in keeping the contract duration on time and within budget. Technical decisions reached early can prevent unnecessary costs. Nothing is more costly to a contract than repeating an item of work that should have been done correctly the first time. The allowance of a
contingency amount in the schedule of quantities enables the consultant to make an unbiased decision on any extra costs that emerge without overstepping the budget. It is vital for decisions to be made at critical stages in the contract and the client cannot guarantee to be available at these times. Incorrectly completed work can result in unnecessary costs at a later stage - apart from the inconvenience in delaying completion. Finally, the professional fee
charged can be insignificant when extra costs are controlled, the contract is systematically managed and the outcome is pleasing to the client.
Email:
gordonjbk@turfandgrass.com Website:
www.turfandgrass.com
Multi-use Trailer Three way discharge:
Rear: To a spinner for topdressing Front: Trench filling in view of the driver
Side: Filling of trenches, filling other machines, placing sand into bunkers, etc.
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01787 311811
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DECEMBER/JANUARY 2012 PC 127
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