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The General Contractor Work Agreement serves as the primary contract document for construction projects in England and Wales. It is essential when engaging a general contractor to undertake construction works, whether for new builds, renovations, or infrastructure projects. The agreement details all aspects of the construction project, including scope, cost, timeline, quality requirements, and risk allocation. It incorporates requirements from the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 and other relevant legislation, while providing clear frameworks for payment mechanisms, dispute resolution, and project management procedures.

1. 1. Parties: Identification and details of the contracting parties, including registered addresses and company numbers

2. 2. Background: Context of the agreement, including project overview and reasons for engagement

3. 3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement

4. 4. Scope of Works: Detailed description of the works to be performed by the contractor

5. 5. Contract Price and Payment Terms: Payment amounts, schedule, mechanisms, and procedures for payment applications

6. 6. Duration and Programme: Project timeline, completion dates, and key milestones

7. 7. Contractor Obligations: Key responsibilities and duties of the contractor, including quality standards and compliance requirements

8. 8. Client Obligations: Key responsibilities and duties of the client, including site access and information provision

9. 9. Insurance and Liability: Required insurance coverage, liability limitations, and indemnities

10. 10. Health and Safety: Health and safety obligations and compliance with CDM Regulations

11. 11. Variations: Procedures for handling changes to the scope of works

12. 12. Suspension and Termination: Circumstances and procedures for suspending or terminating the contract

13. 13. Dispute Resolution: Procedures for resolving disputes, including adjudication and arbitration provisions

14. 14. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, assignment, and entire agreement