There is a widespread perception that construction projects for the NHS always take much longer than they are supposed to take and always cost much more than they are supposed to cost. Procure 21 in England and Building for Wales set out to address these problems for higher value schemes. That gives a framework.
For any value of scheme, Contract & Construction Consultants can help achieve a successful project outcome for an NHS construction project.
The NEC contracts are becoming more widely used. CCC can assist with:
• Introduction to the NEC Contracts. Comparison with the Blue Book.• The tendering process.
• The role of the Project Manager. Administration of the NEC Contract.
• Time-related matters and extensions of the completion date.
• Change management ("Compensation Events").
The way to administer NEC contracts is very different from the Blue Book. It is essential fully to understand the procedures, and stick to them, to get the most out of this form of contracting and to avoid the pitfalls.
