Procedures for Contractor Claims Clause Samples
The Procedures for Contractor Claims clause defines the steps a contractor must follow to formally submit a claim for additional time, compensation, or other relief under a contract. Typically, this involves providing written notice to the project owner within a specified timeframe, detailing the nature and basis of the claim, and supplying supporting documentation. The clause ensures that all claims are handled in an orderly and timely manner, reducing disputes and promoting transparency between the parties.
Procedures for Contractor Claims. Subject to the provisions of Article 9.1, CHANGES IN THE WORK, hereof, Contractor shall give Owner or Owner’s Representative written notice within five (5) working days after the happening of any event which Contractor believes may give rise to a Claim by Contractor for an increase in the Contract Price or in the scheduled time for performance or any other relief with respect to the terms of the Contract. Within ten (10) working days after the happening of such event, Contractor shall supply Owner or Owner’s Representative with a statement supporting Contractor's Claim, which statement shall include Contractor's detailed estimate of the change in Contract Price and/or scheduled time occasioned thereby, and specifying in detail the reasons for (including specific references to the relevant contractual provision(s) upon which said Claim is based other than this Article 10.4) and the circumstances requiring the adjustment requested in the Claim necessitated by said condition or event. Contractor shall substantiate its Claim with payroll documents, paid invoices, receipts, records of performance and other documents satisfactory to Owner or Owner’s Representative and subject to its verification.