Let’s all share our experiences with general contract agreements
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Points to note when signing a general contract – please share some experience based on cases that have been encountered. Thank you
First, the scope of the project should be described as in detail as possible; being too vague only creates potential problems for oneself； Therefore, at least preliminary design drawings are required ； Second, the boundaries of the general contract must be clear ； Such as the boundary between civil engineering and installation ； Third, a detailed list of equipment provided by Party A and Party B should be provided ； Fourth, there is the issue of material prices; market prices fluctuate greatly, and fixed prices often result in significant losses.
Also known as turnkey projects; it’s similar to buying a house – in either case, the owner ends up being deceived. Once you’re given the keys, you have to take care of the renovations yourself.
It can’t be said that either; the owner still has considerable rights. It depends on whether one knows what they’re doing or not, or on whether the supervisor hired is competent. With the general contractor in between, things get quite difficult
For the design industry, good overall project management leads to relatively high profits, but designers have a tough time!
A general contractor indeed requires a person who is knowledgeable in this field or a supervisor, and it’s also best to be as detailed as possible when signing contracts – detailing things such as the materials listed in the equipment inventory, the manufacturers, brands, etc., as well as issues related to project boundaries and interfaces. The more detailed the contract, the better it is for the user, and this requires someone who understands the subject matter to oversee everything. During construction, supervision is needed to prevent cutbacks in quality, and installation documentation must be provided during inspection. Only in this way can one avoid losses.
For turnkey projects, it is essential to specify in detail the equipment, materials, and installation procedures when signing the contract, including the standards to be followed and whether seamless pipes or welded pipes should be used; otherwise, problems may arise during subsequent use. During the installation process, the client should hire a supervision company, while also taking active part themselves to ensure strict quality control; after all, the contractor, in order to maximize profits, will use any materials and equipment that will suffice. In short, communicate more with the design institute, go to the site more often to supervise, and address any issues found promptly!
The person on the 7th floor said it sounds good, but it’s difficult to put into practice; contracts aren’t signed that way these days
Has anyone experienced any specific lessons that they could share? Thank you first
Those who are involved in budget-based management should be very proficient in this. In my opinion, a contract mainly includes several aspects: 1: Definition of the scope of work. 2: Agreements for work outside the scope. 3: Pricing and fees for main materials and consumables. 4: The actual proportion of payment received each month. 5: After reviewing the drawings related to on-site visas, if the volume of work is large, it can be specified in the contract in advance. This is advice from a non-professional; for reference only.