Problem management/dispute resolution in partnering contracts
Language: English Series: Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers ; (161) August 2008, 115-120(6)Publication details: 2008Subject(s): Summary: Discusses the problems that can arise in project team partnering which are often part of construction contracts. Defines partnering and notes the main partnering contracts. Using a worked example, explains how disputes may arise and how problems and disputes can be avoided. Considers whether the duties to co-operate or duties to act in good faith can make a practical difference. Comments on dispute resolution provisions in partnering contracts and suggests how disputes may be both avoided and resolved. Concludes that while partnering may be valuable it is not a panacea and that it is still necessary to consider how any possible dispute might be resolved.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L146238 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 146238-1001 |
Discusses the problems that can arise in project team partnering which are often part of construction contracts. Defines partnering and notes the main partnering contracts. Using a worked example, explains how disputes may arise and how problems and disputes can be avoided. Considers whether the duties to co-operate or duties to act in good faith can make a practical difference. Comments on dispute resolution provisions in partnering contracts and suggests how disputes may be both avoided and resolved. Concludes that while partnering may be valuable it is not a panacea and that it is still necessary to consider how any possible dispute might be resolved.