When drafting non-standard forms of construction contracts, there are certain clauses that should be considered fundamental, and these can be listed in broad terms as follows (not in order of priority):
definition of terms
contract documents
general obligations
assignment and subcontracting
programme of work
delays and extensions of time
damages for delay
maintenance and defects
variations
inspection
Working conditions/safety requirements
insurances
taking over
payment
termination
arbitration/settlement of disputes.
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