# Latest **URL:** https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/latest.md?page=1 [Latest](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [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… --- ## [Effects on fuel prices due to the USA/Iran War](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/effects-on-fuel-prices-due-to-the-usa-iran-war/22616)
**Author:** [@Hughesde](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/Hughesde)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [13 April 2026 09:18 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/effects-on-fuel-prices-due-to-the-usa-iran-war/22616 "2026-04-13T09:18:49Z")
We are operating a NEC 4 Term Service contract for roads maintenance. The Contractor has submitted an early warning regarding the exceptional increases in fuel prices due to the UAS/Iran war. We sympathetic to the Cont… --- ## [NEC 4 remeasurement timescales](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec-4-remeasurement-timescales/22611)
**Author:** [@GPQS](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/GPQS)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [13 April 2026 09:06 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec-4-remeasurement-timescales/22611 "2026-04-13T09:06:22Z")
We are coming to the end on an NEC 4 option B project. The contractor is now submitting remeasurements for a number of the BoQs, even where works have been complete for over 18 months. None of these individually meet t… --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-03-28 Contract Management Sprint 138](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-03-28-contract-management-sprint-138/22614)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [1 April 2026 15:49 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-03-28-contract-management-sprint-138/22614 "2026-04-01T15:49:25Z")
This release contains new features, improvements and bug fixes. \*New Features We have added Project Company name to the Contracts Register We have added configurable options to require an attachment in the Programme su… --- ## [NEC4 Option C - Income Protection](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-option-c-income-protection/22612)
**Author:** [@AE009](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/AE009)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [31 March 2026 07:33 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-option-c-income-protection/22612 "2026-03-31T07:33:55Z")
We have been working collaboratively with the Contractor on our project, working through the details of their People costs and what we agree is a defined cost, and what is disallowable. The last People cost item we are … --- ## [Definition and Context of the term "Others"](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/definition-and-context-of-the-term-others/22600)
**Author:** [@shayes](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/shayes)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [26 March 2026 14:36 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/definition-and-context-of-the-term-others/22600 "2026-03-26T14:36:15Z")
If a Contractor was utilised to deliver the first phase of a single project under an NEC form of contract and then engaged to undertake the second phase of the same project under a different NEC form of contract, would t… --- ## [Subcontracted costs in a NEC4 Option E CE](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/subcontracted-costs-in-a-nec4-option-e-ce/22606)
**Author:** [@Som2310](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/Som2310)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [26 March 2026 14:27 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/subcontracted-costs-in-a-nec4-option-e-ce/22606 "2026-03-26T14:27:30Z")
Hi all, I am working from the client side on a project where we have a contractor carrying out works under the NEC4 Option E form of contract. A CE arose, the contractor priced this and we accepted it. Within the the q… --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-03-14 Contract Management Sprint 137](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-03-14-contract-management-sprint-137/22609)
**Author:** [@LilyPage](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/LilyPage)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [19 March 2026 13:12 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-03-14-contract-management-sprint-137/22609 "2026-03-19T13:12:18Z")
\*Bug Fixes Updated validation will allow Site Admins to edit a logo providing the company or any of its users has not been added to a contract (to avoid the risk of the logo being edited after notices have been sent wi… --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-02-28 Contract Management Sprint 136](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-02-28-contract-management-sprint-136/22601)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [4 March 2026 11:38 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-02-28-contract-management-sprint-136/22601 "2026-03-04T11:38:16Z")
This release contains improvements and bug fixes. \*Improvements We have added Lead User Count (count of active/completed contracts on which a user ID appears in the Contract Overview) in the Manage System Users page an… --- ## [NEC3 Short Contract hitting cashflow credit limit](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec3-short-contract-hitting-cashflow-credit-limit/22599)
**Author:** [@jon.milner](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/jon.milner)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [27 February 2026 13:26 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec3-short-contract-hitting-cashflow-credit-limit/22599 "2026-02-27T13:26:26Z")
We took on a relatively small NEC3 short form sub-contract c/w an initially accepted payment schedule Other phases of the build have now been added to the order as a compensation event But we are now 4 or 5 times over … --- ## [NEC4 Option A - Instructions / CE's](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-option-a-instructions-ces/22597)
**Author:** [@ExcelGuru](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/ExcelGuru)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [26 February 2026 10:59 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-option-a-instructions-ces/22597 "2026-02-26T10:59:47Z")
Scenario, NEC4 Option A - the PM instructs the Contractor to proceed with works currently in delay (caused by PM) but the PM does not instruct to quote. I am trying to understand how best for the Contractor to proceed … --- ## [NEC4 ECSC “short contract” Compensation Event Time](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-ecsc-short-contract-compensation-event-time/22595)
**Author:** [@andrew.T](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/andrew.T)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [25 February 2026 07:29 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-ecsc-short-contract-compensation-event-time/22595 "2026-02-25T07:29:51Z")
I am reaching out to seek some clarification regarding the submission of an updated programme under the NEC4 ECSC contract. As it stands there has not been a defined timescale for submitting an updated programme within t… --- ## [NEC4 ECSC "short contract" Quotation Assumptions](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-ecsc-short-contract-quotation-assumptions/22563)
**Author:** [@andrew.T](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/andrew.T)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [23 February 2026 08:38 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-ecsc-short-contract-quotation-assumptions/22563 "2026-02-23T08:38:16Z")
I Have a contractor who is submitting quotations for CE’s that have assumptions for most line items, using the word “Assumed” with no narrative or clarification as to the “Assumed” element of the item. I would also like… --- ## [NEC Termination Process and the Role of The Employer](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec-termination-process-and-the-role-of-the-employer/22589)
**Author:** [@May](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/May)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [18 February 2026 13:07 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec-termination-process-and-the-role-of-the-employer/22589 "2026-02-18T13:07:27Z")
Hi, We are currently acting as a QS for an Employer on an NEC3 ECC project in London and have run into a procedural dispute regarding Section 9 (Termination). Situation: Our Employer decided to terminate the Contracto… --- ## [NEC3 Option A - Can we recover the cost of resources not mobilised to the Working Areas?](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec3-option-a-can-we-recover-the-cost-of-resources-not-mobilised-to-the-working-areas/22586)
**Author:** [@Shaun\_Farrelly](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/Shaun_Farrelly)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [11 February 2026 19:24 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec3-option-a-can-we-recover-the-cost-of-resources-not-mobilised-to-the-working-areas/22586 "2026-02-11T19:24:29Z")
We have a scenario where we have been unable to mobilise Equipment to site due to a recognised compensation event. This CE prevented access for a sustained period of time, meaning our specialist resource that was planned… --- ## [NEC3 Option E - Costs for correcting defects and resulting delay](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec3-option-e-costs-for-correcting-defects-and-resulting-delay/22573)
**Author:** [@paul.cavanagh2](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/paul.cavanagh2)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [11 February 2026 15:34 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec3-option-e-costs-for-correcting-defects-and-resulting-delay/22573 "2026-02-11T15:34:43Z")
Hi. I’m looking for some guidance on a current issue. We (Employer) are engaged on an Option E contact, part of which is for the Contractor to carry out ground investigation works. There has been a failure of some plant … --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-01-31 Contract Management Sprint 134 & 135](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-01-31-contract-management-sprint-134-135/22587)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [3 February 2026 15:50 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-01-31-contract-management-sprint-134-135/22587 "2026-02-03T15:50:51Z")
This release only contains Bug Fixes: Dutch language for Calendar in Dashboard Design - This fixes a cosmetic issue whereby the calendar shown in the designer page is displayed in Dutch. This doesn’t affect the impleme… --- ## [Interim Payments](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/interim-payments/22583)
**Author:** [@paulob](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/paulob)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [29 January 2026 18:41 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/interim-payments/22583 "2026-01-29T18:41:20Z")
Under the JCT form, what event or contractual mechanism brings the interim payment cycle to an end and transitions the contract into the final account regime, such that no further interim due dates arise? --- ## [X22 Completion Procedure](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/x22-completion-procedure/22581)
**Author:** [@WatersideSurveyor](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/WatersideSurveyor)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [24 January 2026 11:06 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/x22-completion-procedure/22581 "2026-01-24T11:06:46Z")
We completed an NEC4 Option C contract over a year ago with X22 involved. Following Phase 1 we could not agree a price for Stage 2 and as such the notices were served and prices amended to match our PWDD and the contract… --- ## [NEC3: Recover Staff Costs During Christmas Shutdown?](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec3-recover-staff-costs-during-christmas-shutdown/22539)
**Author:** [@jjakala](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/jjakala)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [23 January 2026 09:06 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec3-recover-staff-costs-during-christmas-shutdown/22539 "2026-01-23T09:06:52Z")
Hi All, We are a Subcontractor working under an NEC3 contract and following a recent instruction changing access dates, our original planned Completion has now moved into the New Year. A revised programme was prepared … --- ## [NEC4 contract - accepted programme - changed decision](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-contract-accepted-programme-changed-decision/22571)
**Author:** [@Ian.Murphy](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/Ian.Murphy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [22 January 2026 10:55 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/nec4-contract-accepted-programme-changed-decision/22571 "2026-01-22T10:55:50Z")
On an NEC4 engineering and construction contract, is the Project Manager permitted to change its decision regarding acceptance of the Contractor’s programme. The situation is that on a circa 6-month long project, 3 mont… --- ## [Under FIDIC, can the Employer require the Contractor to purchase fencing instead of continuing to hire fencing that is already being provided?](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/under-fidic-can-the-employer-require-the-contractor-to-purchase-fencing-instead-of-continuing-to-hire-fencing-that-is-already-being-provided/22561)
**Author:** [@salmo](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/salmo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [21 January 2026 23:21 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/under-fidic-can-the-employer-require-the-contractor-to-purchase-fencing-instead-of-continuing-to-hire-fencing-that-is-already-being-provided/22561 "2026-01-21T23:21:50Z")
Several months ago, the Client/Engineer instructed the Contractor to install Heras panels around a compound, which was not part of the original scope of work. The Contractor purchased the fencing and installed it, and ha… --- ## [Release Notes up to 2026-01-17 Contract Management Sprint 131 132 133](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-01-17-contract-management-sprint-131-132-133/22576)
**Author:** [@liz\_exley](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/liz_exley)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [20 January 2026 17:00 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/release-notes-up-to-2026-01-17-contract-management-sprint-131-132-133/22576 "2026-01-20T17:00:38Z")
This release contains improvements and bug fixes. \*New and Improved \*Improvements Allow Admins to add/update/remove comments on the contract user table (eg explaining reason for access). These can also be viewed on the… --- ## [EOT under X22 - Stage 1 Impacts to Stage 2 Prior to NTP](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/eot-under-x22-stage-1-impacts-to-stage-2-prior-to-ntp/22575)
**Author:** [@ZAW](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/u/ZAW)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [20 January 2026 16:19 UTC](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/t/eot-under-x22-stage-1-impacts-to-stage-2-prior-to-ntp/22575 "2026-01-20T16:19:03Z")
Hello, I am hoping someone might be able to give some clarity; on a contract with X22, where a valid CE for time occurs in stage 1, would this be factored into the dates for stage 2 or would this only be applicable as pa… [Previous page](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/latest.md) [Next page](https://reachback.builtintelligence.com/latest.md?page=2)