The Construction Short Form Contract is specifically designed for Canadian construction projects where a simplified but legally robust agreement is required. It is particularly suitable for small to medium-sized construction projects, renovations, or specialized construction work where the full complexity of a standard form contract (such as CCDC documents) would be excessive. The document incorporates essential requirements from provincial construction laws, including lien legislation, prompt payment requirements, and standard industry practices. It provides clear terms for scope, payment, timeline, and risk allocation while maintaining brevity and accessibility. This contract type is commonly used when parties need a balanced approach between legal protection and practical usability, typically in projects valued under a certain threshold or with straightforward scope requirements.
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1. Parties: Identification of the contracting parties (Owner and Contractor), including legal names and addresses
2. Background: Brief context of the construction project and purpose of the agreement
3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the contract
4. Scope of Work: Detailed description of the construction work to be performed
5. Contract Price and Payment: Fixed price or rate, payment schedule, and holdback requirements
6. Project Timeline: Start date, completion date, and any milestone dates
7. Contractor Obligations: Key responsibilities including permits, materials, labor, and compliance
8. Owner Obligations: Access to site, approvals, and other owner responsibilities
9. Changes and Extras: Process for handling change orders and additional work
10. Insurance and Indemnity: Required insurance coverage and indemnification provisions
11. Termination: Grounds and process for contract termination
12. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving disputes between parties
13. General Provisions: Standard contract clauses including notices, assignment, and governing law
1. Health and Safety: Detailed health and safety requirements, used when project has specific safety concerns or requirements
2. Environmental Requirements: Environmental protection measures, used when project has significant environmental impacts
3. Quality Control: Specific quality standards and inspection requirements, used for complex technical projects
4. Warranty: Extended warranty provisions, used when specific warranty terms are required beyond standard
5. Subcontractors: Rules regarding subcontractor use and management, used when subcontracting is anticipated
6. Site Conditions: Specific site requirements or restrictions, used when site has unique characteristics or challenges
7. Materials and Equipment: Specific requirements for materials or equipment, used when specific products or standards are required
1. Schedule A - Scope of Work: Detailed description of work including drawings and specifications
2. Schedule B - Contract Price Breakdown: Detailed breakdown of costs and payment schedule
3. Schedule C - Project Schedule: Detailed timeline including milestones and completion dates
4. Schedule D - Required Insurance: Specific insurance requirements and coverage limits
5. Schedule E - Forms: Standard forms for change orders, payment applications, and certificates
6. Schedule F - Site Plan: Site layout and access details
7. Appendix 1 - Technical Specifications: Detailed technical requirements and standards
8. Appendix 2 - Safety Procedures: Project-specific safety requirements and procedures
Relevant legal definitions
Agreement
Applicable Laws
Change Order
Commencement Date
Completion Date
Construction Schedule
Contract Documents
Contract Price
Contractor
Deficiency
Drawings
Extra Work
Final Completion
Force Majeure
Holdback
Lien
Owner
Project
Project Manager
Site
Specifications
Substantial Completion
Subcontractor
Work
Working Day
Applicable Laws
Change Order
Commencement Date
Completion Date
Construction Schedule
Contract Documents
Contract Price
Contractor
Deficiency
Drawings
Extra Work
Final Completion
Force Majeure
Holdback
Lien
Owner
Project
Project Manager
Site
Specifications
Substantial Completion
Subcontractor
Work
Working Day
Clauses
Interpretation
Scope of Work
Contract Price
Payment Terms
Project Timeline
Changes and Extras
Permits and Licenses
Site Access and Conditions
Materials and Workmanship
Health and Safety
Insurance
Indemnification
Warranty
Deficiencies
Substantial Completion
Final Completion
Holdback
Liens
Force Majeure
Termination
Default
Dispute Resolution
Assignment
Notices
Governing Law
Entire Agreement
Scope of Work
Contract Price
Payment Terms
Project Timeline
Changes and Extras
Permits and Licenses
Site Access and Conditions
Materials and Workmanship
Health and Safety
Insurance
Indemnification
Warranty
Deficiencies
Substantial Completion
Final Completion
Holdback
Liens
Force Majeure
Termination
Default
Dispute Resolution
Assignment
Notices
Governing Law
Entire Agreement
Relevant Industries
Construction
Real Estate
Infrastructure
Commercial Property
Residential Property
Industrial
Education
Healthcare
Retail
Hospitality
Manufacturing
Energy
Mining
Relevant Teams
Legal
Operations
Procurement
Construction
Project Management
Commercial
Risk Management
Property Development
Facilities Management
Contract Administration
Relevant Roles
Construction Manager
Project Manager
Contract Administrator
Legal Counsel
Procurement Manager
Site Supervisor
Operations Director
Facilities Manager
Property Developer
Risk Manager
Commercial Manager
Chief Operating Officer
Development Director
Construction Coordinator
Quantity Surveyor
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