Document background
The Contract Between Owner And General Contractor is a foundational document in Australian construction projects, designed to establish a clear contractual framework between the property owner and the main contractor responsible for construction works. This agreement is typically used for projects ranging from commercial buildings to residential developments where the owner requires a single point of responsibility for the entire construction process. It incorporates provisions compliant with Australian construction law, including the Security of Payment legislation, Work Health and Safety requirements, and relevant building codes. The document addresses key aspects such as scope definition, payment mechanisms, quality standards, time requirements, and risk allocation, while providing flexibility to accommodate project-specific requirements through schedules and appendices. It is particularly suited for projects where the design is substantially complete and the owner seeks a fixed-price or schedule-of-rates based construction arrangement.
