FIDIC Yellow Book 2017 | Sub-Clause 1.3 Notices and Other Communications explained

In this video we read through Sub-Clause 1.3 to learn what the obligations are regarding Notices and other communications and we show how you can quickly draft a Notice with the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT. 🌐 Visit CMC shop https://ko-fi.com/klinkerpublications... 🌐 For F2F FIDIC Training and contract management services visit https://aratis.nl/en/ Other Links https://fidic.org https://fidic.org/books/plant-and-des... Notice example: Subject: Notice under Sub-Clause 1.9 – Errors in the Employer’s Requirements Dear [Engineer’s Name], In accordance with Sub-Clause 1.9 [Errors in the Employer’s Requirements] of the Conditions of Contract for Plant and Design-Build (FIDIC Yellow Book, 2017 Edition), the Contractor hereby gives Notice that an error/defect/ambiguity/discrepancy has been identified in the Employer’s Requirements. 1. Description of the Issue: The Contractor has identified the following matter: [Provide a clear and specific description of the error, ambiguity, or discrepancy in the Employer’s Requirements, including reference to the relevant section, drawing, specification, or clause.] 2. Potential Impact: This issue may affect: The design and/or performance requirements of the Works; The accuracy or completeness of the Contractor’s design; The time required for completion of the Works; and/or The Contract Price. 3. Contractor’s Action: In accordance with Sub-Clause 1.9, the Contractor has not proceeded with any design or execution affected by the identified error and awaits the Engineer’s instruction or clarification. . Request for Clarification/Instruction: The Contractor respectfully requests the Engineer to review the above matter and to issue the necessary clarification, instruction, or revised Employer’s Requirement in accordance with Sub-Clause 1.9 and Sub-Clause 3.5 [Engineer’s Determinations], to avoid potential delay or disruption to the Works. Please acknowledge receipt of this Notice in accordance with Sub-Clause 1.3 [Communications]. Yours faithfully, For and on behalf of [Contractor’s Company Name] Signature: ___________________________ Name: [Authorized Representative’s Name] Title: [Position/Designation] Date: [Insert Date] Optional Attachment (if applicable) Annex 1: Extracts or marked-up drawings/specifications highlighting the identified error. Annex 2: Preliminary assessment of potential impact (if prepared).