FIDIC Glossary

Itemised list of works with measured quantities and rates, forming the basis of the Contract Price under remeasurement contracts.

The period during which the Contractor remains liable to complete outstanding work and remedy defects, as stated in the Particular Conditions.

The party named in the Contract appointed by the Employer to administer the Contract and exercise the powers ascribed to the Engineer under the FIDIC conditions.

Additional time granted to the Contractor for completion when delay arises from causes for which the Employer bears risk under the Contract.

An exceptional event or circumstance beyond a party's control which could not reasonably have been provided against, avoided or overcome.

A certificate issued by the Engineer stating the amount due to the Contractor in respect of an interim payment.

A written notice given by a party (typically the Contractor) under Sub-Clause 20.1, describing the event giving rise to the claim, served within 28 days of awareness.

The contract document that amends and supplements the General Conditions, tailored to the specific project.

A sum included in the Contract and so designated for the execution of any part of the Works or the supply of goods, materials, plant or services, used only as directed.

Certificate issued by the Engineer when the Works are substantially complete and have passed any specified tests, marking the start of the DNP.

Contractual provision that extinguishes a party's entitlement to a claim if notice is not served within the prescribed period.

Any change to the Works which the Engineer instructs or approves as a variation in accordance with Clause 13.