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Series: Construction News ; (6743) 22 November 2001, 12-13(2)Publication details: 2001Subject(s): Summary: Reports on the unpopularity of the retention system in the context of the Construction Liaison Group who are hoping to spark a DTI select committee probe this year. Argues that the system is out of date with the new world of partnering and supply chain integration. Considers alternatives such as firms in the steelwork sector now providing a performance bond or indemnity on steelwork contracts worth £100,000 or more. Also reports that many blue-chip clients including Slough Estates, Tesco and John Lewis have ditched the mechanism.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS64860 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 116203-1001 |
Reports on the unpopularity of the retention system in the context of the Construction Liaison Group who are hoping to spark a DTI select committee probe this year. Argues that the system is out of date with the new world of partnering and supply chain integration. Considers alternatives such as firms in the steelwork sector now providing a performance bond or indemnity on steelwork contracts worth £100,000 or more. Also reports that many blue-chip clients including Slough Estates, Tesco and John Lewis have ditched the mechanism.