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008			050324n2005 000 0 eng u
035			_a(Sirsi) u129182
100			_aLewis, E.
245			_aLook on the bright side
260			_c2005
490			_aEstates Gazette _v(0511) 19 March 2005, 175(1)
520			_aExplains that although cost issues are the most common form of dispute for construction projects, these disagreements can be avoided. Gives a brief overview of the general principles involved in negotiating and entering into building contracts prior to the start of construction. Suggests minimising potential for cost issue problems at the pre-contract stage by finalising the design as far as possible, costing that design, agreeing the timescale for building, settling the contract sum and apportioning the risks involved in construction. Lists actions recommended for preventing future problems.
590			_aABS
650			_aCONTRACT SUM
650			_aFIXED PRICE CONTRACT
650			_aCONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
650			_aCONTRACT DISPUTES
650			_aBUILT ENVIRONMENT-BUILDING CONTRACT FORMS
690			_aBUILT ENVIRONMENT-BUILDING CONTRACT FORMS
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