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**Author:** [@chriscorr](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/chriscorr)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [28 November 2021 17:39 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/welcome-to-reachback/7 "2021-11-28T17:39:04Z")
ReachBack is a free community help desk for construction professionals run by Built Intelligence. A library of high-quality questions from real users with answers delivered and curated by industry experts. --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-09-12 Contract Management Sprint 150](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-09-12-contract-management-sprint-150/22668)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [16 September 2026 13:52 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-09-12-contract-management-sprint-150/22668 "2026-09-16T13:52:58Z")
This release contains the following Improvements and Bug fixes. \*Improvements We have added Task/Project Order price (original and current) to Secondary Prices table We have also added Task/Project Order Price impacts … --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-08-29 Contract Management Sprint 149](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-08-29-contract-management-sprint-149/22665)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [8 September 2026 11:17 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-08-29-contract-management-sprint-149/22665 "2026-09-08T11:17:51Z")
This release contains the following New features, Improvements and Bug fixes. \*New Features The below were all customer requests that we have developed: Add Type to the Task Order and Project Order workflow groups to … --- ## [Capping X7 Delay Damages](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/capping-x7-delay-damages/22662)
**Author:** [@MJR](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/MJR)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [24 August 2026 11:32 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/capping-x7-delay-damages/22662 "2026-08-24T11:32:17Z")
Negotiating an NEC4 subcontract has resulted in an agreement to cap delay damages at 10% of the subcontract value. The intention is to cap these at 10% of the final subcontract value (i.e. inclusive of compensation even… --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-08-15 Contract Management Sprint 148](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-08-15-contract-management-sprint-148/22661)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [17 August 2026 10:59 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-08-15-contract-management-sprint-148/22661 "2026-08-17T10:59:17Z")
This release contains the following improvements and Bug fixes. \*Improvements Retain supported formatting when pasting formatted text into a long text field. A number of users had reported frustration that text copied … --- ## [EOT entitlement for delay post handover](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/eot-entitlement-for-delay-post-handover/22631)
**Author:** [@EmmaQS](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/EmmaQS)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [13 August 2026 11:14 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/eot-entitlement-for-delay-post-handover/22631 "2026-08-13T11:14:00Z")
We have a situation were we are due to handover the project without stats in place which are clients risk. The Works will be complete mid September, it is then looking like we will keep possession of the site for a furth… --- ## [Webinar - Disallowed Cost in Practice: Why Issues Persist Despite Open-Book Principles](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/webinar-disallowed-cost-in-practice-why-issues-persist-despite-open-book-principles/22660)
**Author:** [@alex.wightman](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/alex.wightman)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [11 August 2026 10:43 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/webinar-disallowed-cost-in-practice-why-issues-persist-despite-open-book-principles/22660 "2026-08-11T10:43:00Z")
Webinar - Disallowed Cost in Practice: Why Issues Persist Despite Open-Book Principles Thank you for everyone who atteneded our Disallowed Cost in Practice: Why Issues Persist Despite Open-Book Principles webinar in c… --- ## [NEC4 Option A - Design change and who benefits](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-option-a-design-change-and-who-benefits/22644)
**Author:** [@NP01](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/NP01)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [7 August 2026 14:35 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-option-a-design-change-and-who-benefits/22644 "2026-08-07T14:35:55Z")
Hello, A contractor is engaged under NEC4 Option A and they are designing and building a facility. As part of this they are constructing internal walls. Upon review of the wall construction to date on site, it was noted… --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-08-01 Contract Management Sprint 147](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-08-01-contract-management-sprint-147/22659)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [4 August 2026 10:14 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-08-01-contract-management-sprint-147/22659 "2026-08-04T10:14:19Z")
This release contains the following updates. \*Improvements Chatbot users will now be able to view their chat history and resume a previous conversation \*Bug Fixes Duplicated IDs were generated when submitting API req… --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-07-18 Contract Management Sprint 146](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-07-18-contract-management-sprint-146/22658)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [22 July 2026 13:18 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-07-18-contract-management-sprint-146/22658 "2026-07-22T13:18:20Z")
This release contains improvements and bug fixes. \*Improvements Improved error name required - When attempting to copy a notice to a contract where the user is not a contract user - display a meaningful error message. E… --- ## [Should changes in law under NEC3 ECC clause X2 be notified even if they are planned to come into effect after the Completion Date?](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/should-changes-in-law-under-nec3-ecc-clause-x2-be-notified-even-if-they-are-planned-to-come-into-effect-after-the-completion-date/22656)
**Author:** [@dave.ford](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/dave.ford)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [17 July 2026 13:28 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/should-changes-in-law-under-nec3-ecc-clause-x2-be-notified-even-if-they-are-planned-to-come-into-effect-after-the-completion-date/22656 "2026-07-17T13:28:11Z")
Under an unamended NEC3 ECC, assuming that Secondary Option clause X2 applies, should a known upcoming change in law be notified even if it is currently planned to come into force after the current Completion Date? Thoug… --- ## [Defect Correction](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/defect-correction/22655)
**Author:** [@NP01](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/NP01)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [15 July 2026 13:12 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/defect-correction/22655 "2026-07-15T13:12:34Z")
Hello, On an NEC4 Option A, a scenario has arisen where the contractor is not returning to complete some defective work and small part of the scope, with the completion cert yet to be issued. To start the defect correct… --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-07-04 Contract Management Sprint 145](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-07-04-contract-management-sprint-145/22648)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [7 July 2026 13:59 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-07-04-contract-management-sprint-145/22648 "2026-07-07T13:59:32Z")
This release is our Q2 release and contains contains an new features, improvements and bug fixes. \*New features These have been implemented and are now available to be switched on by request. Create draft notices via … --- ## [Restricted Working/Access Compensation Event Entitlement](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/restricted-working-access-compensation-event-entitlement/22646)
**Author:** [@ZAW](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/ZAW)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [3 July 2026 10:45 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/restricted-working-access-compensation-event-entitlement/22646 "2026-07-03T10:45:12Z")
Working under an NEC4 Option E contract; we have had a situation where a small part of the site has been taken over by a third party for works, and subsequently handed back. During this time, access to that part of the s… --- ## [Failure by the Client to certify completion within 7 days](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/failure-by-the-client-to-certify-completion-within-7-days/22642)
**Author:** [@Harry](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/Harry)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [1 July 2026 09:55 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/failure-by-the-client-to-certify-completion-within-7-days/22642 "2026-07-01T09:55:52Z")
Good evening, If a situation arises on an NEC4 ECSC where the works are completed as per the scope but the client does not certify completion within 1 week of the completion date what are the potential implications for … --- ## [NEC 4 CL 63.4 Option B](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec-4-cl-63-4-option-b/22645)
**Author:** [@matthew.watkins](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/matthew.watkins)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [1 July 2026 07:56 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec-4-cl-63-4-option-b/22645 "2026-07-01T07:56:22Z")
Hello, I am having some back and fourth with a main Contractor (me being the sub-contractor) regarding a proposal from them. The Scenario - there is a material which we have agreed mixes for and are currently installing… --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-06-20 Contract Management Sprint 144](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-06-20-contract-management-sprint-144/22641)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [23 June 2026 10:09 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-06-20-contract-management-sprint-144/22641 "2026-06-23T10:09:08Z")
This release contains an improvement and bug fix. \*Improvements Format links as hyperlinks in FastDraft email notifications \*Bug Fixes Cannot assign Project Order Generic Drafts copied to new instance --- ## [Acceptance of programme](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/acceptance-of-programme/22640)
**Author:** [@trauts80](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/trauts80)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [22 June 2026 16:04 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/acceptance-of-programme/22640 "2026-06-22T16:04:33Z")
Good afternoon, the Contractor has issued a programme under NEC4 Option A for acceptance. Is the correct procedure to accept a programme just an email response? Thank you --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-06-06 Contract Management Sprint 143](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-06-06-contract-management-sprint-143/22638)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [9 June 2026 08:38 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-06-06-contract-management-sprint-143/22638 "2026-06-09T08:38:34Z")
This release contains an improvement and bug fix. \*Improvements Workflow 85 \[Variation Order\] added to the CompensationEventAssessment\_ProjectManager aggregate report \*Bug Fixes In some instances, file links in Globa… --- ## [NEC4 Amendment of assessment dates after the initial Assessment](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-amendment-of-assessment-dates-after-the-initial-assessment/22636)
**Author:** [@mark.reavill](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/mark.reavill)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [3 June 2026 16:41 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-amendment-of-assessment-dates-after-the-initial-assessment/22636 "2026-06-03T16:41:07Z")
In an NEC4 contract, under clause 50.1 the Service Manager agrees the first assessment date with the parties, then the assessment interval is every month (or other period as stated in the Contract data) thereafter. Can… --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-05-23 Contract Management Sprint 142](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-05-23-contract-management-sprint-142/22634)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [27 May 2026 13:17 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-05-23-contract-management-sprint-142/22634 "2026-05-27T13:17:04Z")
This release contains new features, improvements and bug fixes. \*New features There is new functionality to schedule an aggregate report to be run Daily/Weekly/Monthly so that reporting can be managed more efficiently … --- ## [Programme changes communicated to the Contractor without a PMI](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/programme-changes-communicated-to-the-contractor-without-a-pmi/22620)
**Author:** [@SamS](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/SamS)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [15 May 2026 07:48 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/programme-changes-communicated-to-the-contractor-without-a-pmi/22620 "2026-05-15T07:48:50Z")
A new section of work was instructed to Contractor by the Project manager. The Contractor is new build another unit in a section of land next to the site, of which the Project Manager does not currently have access to. … --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-05-09 Contract Management Sprint 140 and 141](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-05-09-contract-management-sprint-140-and-141/22630)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [12 May 2026 09:25 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-05-09-contract-management-sprint-140-and-141/22630 "2026-05-12T09:25:32Z")
This release contains bug fixes and improvements. \*Bug Fixes Print preview of RAG Report and Health Check Report was showing as greyed out \*Improvements Enhanced draft properties for Aggregate reports - Following up … --- ## [JCT main contract](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/jct-main-contract/22629)
**Author:** [@jim823408](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/jim823408)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [3 May 2026 11:33 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/jct-main-contract/22629 "2026-05-03T11:33:50Z")
Can an unamended standard JCT sub-contract be used to procure specialised trades in circumstances where there is no JCT main contract (or any main contract) above (i.e. for all intents and purposes, the employer will ac… --- ## [JCT Sub-Contract](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/jct-sub-contract/22626)
**Author:** [@jim823408](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/jim823408)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [29 April 2026 10:21 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/jct-sub-contract/22626 "2026-04-29T10:21:57Z")
Hi I wonder if anyone could answer the following tricky query for me relating to the JCT DB Sub-Contract (DBSub/2016). The Sub-Contract Particulars make provision at para 5 for splitting the Sub-Contract Works into “Se… --- ## [Managing Unused Tasks in an Accepted NEC3 PSC Quotation](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/managing-unused-tasks-in-an-accepted-nec3-psc-quotation/22618)
**Author:** [@PCush](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/PCush)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [21 April 2026 09:44 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/managing-unused-tasks-in-an-accepted-nec3-psc-quotation/22618 "2026-04-21T09:44:33Z")
As the Employer on an NEC3 PSC contract, we instructed our Consultant to provide a quotation for an additional piece of work. The Consultant submitted a quotation including a cost, a time risk allowance and a supporting … --- ## [Delay to Power On NEC4](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/delay-to-power-on-nec4/22622)
**Author:** [@EmmaQS](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/EmmaQS)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [20 April 2026 12:55 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/delay-to-power-on-nec4/22622 "2026-04-20T12:55:05Z")
Hi All, I think this is a common problem with regards to statutory authorities and any advice would be appreciated. The client was supposed to provide power to site months ago, this was a provisional sum that was omitt… --- ## [Does cl50.2 provide a valid method for reducing the amount due without the need to reopen implemented CEs?](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/does-cl50-2-provide-a-valid-method-for-reducing-the-amount-due-without-the-need-to-reopen-implemented-ces/22623)
**Author:** [@Phil.Mc](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/Phil.Mc)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [20 April 2026 08:54 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/does-cl50-2-provide-a-valid-method-for-reducing-the-amount-due-without-the-need-to-reopen-implemented-ces/22623 "2026-04-20T08:54:13Z")
I’m currently working for a Contractor, and we have engaged a Subcontractor to undertake works on an Option A (NEC3). We agreed People rates for valuing compensation events (CEs) however there is a z clause stating that … --- ## [Programme acceptance where no PM response](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/programme-acceptance-where-no-pm-response/22617)
**Author:** [@thomas.see](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/thomas.see)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [17 April 2026 09:38 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/programme-acceptance-where-no-pm-response/22617 "2026-04-17T09:38:02Z")
Hi, With regards to NEC4 and a submitted programme not being reviewed or accepted by the PM and then the contractor issuing a notice and this being taken as accepted after 2 weeks if I’m correct? Is this purely for Cl32… --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-04-11 Contract Management Sprint 139](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-04-11-contract-management-sprint-139/22619)
**Author:** [@LilyPage](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/LilyPage)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [13 April 2026 15:50 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-04-11-contract-management-sprint-139/22619 "2026-04-13T15:50:13Z")
This release contains bug fixes, improvements, and new features. \*Bug Fixes On submission of an interim quote no Action is being created to remind the supplier to submit another quote Account listed twice in system… [Next page](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/latest.md?page=1)