The vast majority of changes relate to contract management. FIDIC's goal was to provide clarity and certainty about what is expected of the parties and when, as well as the consequences of non-compliance. , often resulting in a deemed rejection, acceptance, or waiver of rights.
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Claims and Notice Requirements
Because the Engineer must act neutrally and follow strict timelines, the quality of your contemporaneous records will decide the outcome of your claims.
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FIDIC 2017 renames the old DAB to the , reflecting a cultural shift toward resolving conflicts before they crystallize into formal legal battles. Standing Boards as Standard
If your firm has a precedent bank full of "FIDIC 1999" checklists, throw them away. The 2017 editions are not a minor facelift; they are a complete structural overhaul.
The primary resource matching your request is "FIDIC 2017: A Practical Legal Guide"
Managing a FIDIC 2017 contract successfully requires strict operational hygiene. Below is a practical breakdown of risk items, legal impacts, and mitigation steps. Clause / Issue Legal & Operational Impact Practical Mitigation Strategy
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