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General Contractor Agreement With Owner
"I need a General Contractor Agreement with Owner for a residential renovation project in Auckland, with work starting March 2025, including specific provisions for heritage building requirements and a staged payment structure for a total budget of NZD 750,000."
1. Parties: Identifies the contracting parties - the Owner and the Contractor, including full legal names and contact details
2. Background: Sets out the context of the agreement, including the Owner's intention to engage the Contractor and the Contractor's confirmation of capability
3. Definitions and Interpretation: Defines key terms used throughout the agreement and establishes rules for interpretation
4. Scope of Works: Detailed description of the construction work to be performed, including specifications and standards
5. Contract Price and Payment: Specifies the contract sum, payment schedule, and payment procedures in compliance with the Construction Contracts Act
6. Time for Completion: Sets out the project timeline, including start date, completion date, and any milestone dates
7. Contractor's Obligations: Details the Contractor's responsibilities, including quality standards, compliance with laws, and warranty obligations
8. Owner's Obligations: Specifies the Owner's responsibilities, including site access, permits, and information provision
9. Health and Safety: Outlines health and safety requirements in compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act
10. Insurance and Liability: Specifies required insurance coverage and allocation of risks between parties
11. Variations: Process for requesting, approving, and implementing changes to the scope of work
12. Defects Liability: Details the defects liability period and process for remedying defects
13. Dispute Resolution: Sets out the process for resolving disputes, including mediation and arbitration procedures
14. Termination: Grounds and process for termination by either party
15. General Provisions: Standard contract clauses including notices, assignment, and governing law
1. Provisional Sums: Include when there are aspects of work that cannot be accurately priced at contract formation
2. Subcontracting: Include when the Contractor is likely to engage subcontractors, setting out approval requirements and responsibilities
3. Retention: Include when using a retention mechanism to secure performance
4. Liquidated Damages: Include when parties agree to pre-determined damages for specific breaches, particularly delay
5. Materials and Equipment: Include when specific provisions are needed for supply and storage of materials
6. Intellectual Property: Include when design services or proprietary systems are part of the work
7. Environmental Requirements: Include for projects with specific environmental considerations or requirements
8. Bond Requirements: Include when performance or payment bonds are required
1. Schedule 1 - Scope of Works: Detailed specifications, drawings, and technical requirements for the work
2. Schedule 2 - Contract Price Breakdown: Itemized breakdown of the contract price including rates and quantities
3. Schedule 3 - Programme of Works: Detailed project timeline including milestones and critical path activities
4. Schedule 4 - Site Information: Site details, access requirements, and known site conditions
5. Schedule 5 - Key Personnel: Details of key personnel from both parties, including contact information
6. Schedule 6 - Insurance Requirements: Specific insurance types and coverage levels required
7. Schedule 7 - Health and Safety Requirements: Detailed health and safety procedures and requirements
8. Appendix A - Required Forms: Standard forms for variations, payment claims, and other contract administration
9. Appendix B - Consent Documents: Copies of relevant building consents and permits
Authors
Construction
Real Estate
Property Development
Residential Construction
Commercial Construction
Industrial Construction
Infrastructure
Building Services
Architecture and Design
Engineering Services
Legal
Construction
Operations
Property
Procurement
Commercial
Risk Management
Project Management
Contract Administration
Development
Construction Manager
Project Manager
Contract Administrator
Legal Counsel
Property Developer
Building Owner
Site Manager
Quantity Surveyor
Commercial Manager
Risk Manager
Procurement Manager
Operations Manager
Development Manager
Construction Director
General Contractor
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