JCT building contracts are available through the IHS database
This book contains JCT standard building contract with quantities 2016:
A list of other resources on contracts in the Library:
Also see the Lexis PSL database. You can find 2011 JCT Contracts on here. (After logging in, click on whatever subject area is currently showing, e.g. Planning, then go in and change it to Construction).
FIDIC contracts are available on Lexis PSL
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NBS is a UK-based system of construction specification used by architects and other building professionals to describe the materials, standards and workmanship of a construction project. It is available online to students within the School of Built Environment, Engineering & Computing via the Remote App.
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International Construction Contract Law by The updated second edition of the practical guide to international construction contract law The revised second edition of International Construction Contract Law is a comprehensive book that offers an understanding of the legal and managerial aspects of large international construction projects. This practical resource presents an introduction to the global construction industry, reviews the basics of construction projects and examines the common risks inherent in construction projects. The author -- an expert in international construction contracts -- puts the focus on FIDIC standard forms and describes their use within various legal systems. This important text contains also a comparison of other common standard forms such as NEC, AIA and VOB, and explains how they are used in a global context. The revised edition of International Construction Contract Law offers additional vignettes on current subjects written by international panel of numerous contributors. Designed to be an accessible resource, the book includes a basic dictionary of construction contract terminology, many sample letters for Claim Management and a wealth of examples and case studies that offer helpful aids for construction practitioners. The second edition of the text includes: * Updated material in terms of new FIDIC and NEC Forms published in 2017 * Many additional vignettes that clearly exemplify the concepts presented within the text * Information that is appropriate for a global market, rather than oriented to any particular legal system * The essential tools that were highlighted the first edition such as sample letters, dictionary and more * A practical approach to the principles of International Construction Contract Law and construction contract management. Does not get bogged down with detailed legal jargon Written for consulting engineers, lawyers, clients, developers, contractors and construction managers worldwide, the second edition of International Construction Contract Law offers an essential guide to the legal and managerial aspects of large international construction projects.
Estimator's Pocket Book 2e by The Estimator's Pocket Book, Second Edition is a concise and practical reference covering the main pricing approaches, as well as useful information such as how to process sub-contractor quotations, tender settlement and adjudication. It is fully up to date with NRM2 throughout, features a look ahead to NRM3 and describes the implications of BIM for estimators. It includes instructions on how to handle: the NRM order of cost estimate; unit-rate pricing for different trades; pro-rata pricing and dayworks; builders' quantities; approximate quantities. Worked examples show how each of these techniques should be carried out in clear, easy-to-follow steps. This is the indispensable estimating reference for all quantity surveyors, cost managers, project managers and anybody else with estimating responsibilities. Particular attention is given to NRM2, but the overall focus is on the core estimating skills needed in practice. Updates to this edition include a greater reference to BIM, an update on the current state of the construction industry as well as up-to-date wage rates, legislative changes and guidance notes.Spon's architects' and builders' price book [Ebook]
Includes fees for professional services, prices for measured work (major and minor works), estimating building costs, and conversion tables.
Office for National Statistics- Statistics on Construction Industry
Datasets include construction output price indices.
BCIS
This tool helps you prepare cost plans, provide early cost advice to clients and benchmark costs for commercial and residential buildings.
Built Environment staff and students can access this off campus via RemoteApp. Please check with Built Environment staff to obtain the user name and password.
