How do I identify the cause of the overrun?
Compare the tender, contract sum and cost reports with change instructions and delay events. Overrun is usually a mix of causes.
What does the pricing basis mean?
Under lump sum the contractor generally carries risk of quantities unless variations occur. Under remeasurement the employer bears them. Provisional sums and design responsibility alter this.
How do cost and delay claims fit?
Align the cost analysis with the delay analysis so the two are consistent. See variation order disputes.
Documents to have ready
- Tender and contract sum
- Bills of quantities
- Cost reports
- Change instructions
- Measurement records
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Can the contractor recover cost of price rises?
Only if the contract has a fluctuation clause or other basis.
Who bears design change costs?
The party responsible for the design change under the contract.
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This page is general information based on UAE and Dubai legislation as we understand it at the date of drafting. It is not legal advice. Laws are amended, and the right step depends on your documents and facts. Outcomes are never guaranteed.