FIDIC Contract Quiz

What is the purpose of the "Notice of Claim" as outlined in the FIDIC contract?

• To inform the Employer of a delay in the work

• To notify the Engineer of a potential claim

• To initiate the arbitration process

• To request an extension of time

Under FIDIC, what is the time limit for submitting a claim after the event causing the claim has occurred?

• 7 days

• 28 days

• 42 days

• 84 days

What role does the Engineer play in resolving disputes according to FIDIC?

• The Engineer is the final decision-maker on all claims

• The Engineer acts as a mediator and makes recommendations for dispute resolution

• The Engineer resolves disputes through arbitration

• The Engineer does not get involved in disputes

If a dispute arises, which of the following steps should be taken first according to FIDIC?

• Commence arbitration

• Submit a notice of dispute to the Engineer

• Immediately go to court

• Stop all work until resolution

How is the arbitration process typically initiated under the FIDIC contract?

• By mutual agreement of both parties

• By sending a formal request to the Engineer

• By sending a written request to the nominated arbitration tribunal

• By applying to a national court for arbitration

What is the typical duration for the defect liability period according to FIDIC?

• 6 months

• 12 months

What is the typical duration of the defect liability period under FIDIC?

• 24 months

• 36 months

• 12 months

Who is responsible for repairing defects during the defect liability period?

• The Employer

• The Contractor

• The Engineer

• A third-party subcontractor

How does FIDIC address the rectification of defects that are found after the completion of the project?

• The Employer bears the cost of rectification

• The Contractor must fix the defects at no extra cost during the defect liability period

• The Engineer is responsible for fixing the defects

• The Contractor can charge the Employer for fixing the defects

Under FIDIC, how long after the end of the defect liability period can the Employer claim for defects?

• 6 months

• 12 months

• 24 months

• Claims cannot be made after the defect liability period ends