Extensions of Time

Section 6Assessing an extension of time

In this Section:

• Time limits
• Analysing information
• The calendar period; the working day/week
• The working cycle; working week and the seasons
• Individual activity delays
• Variations: additional work; late variations
• Best endeavours
• Making an interim award
• No programme
• Further assessment after practical completion

Time limits

SBC2005 and DB2005 give the architect 12 weeks to make a decision on an extension of time. Where the contractor gives a notice of delay less than 12 weeks before practical completion, the architect must endeavour to make the decision by practical completion. In all other cases, the 12-week period starts when the contractor has given the architect notice of the ...