Building Contract for Minor Works (Commercial)

A contract between a building contractor and a business client (the Employer) for minor building works, such as shop fits, office refurbishments, industrial units, extensions and repairs, typically up to about [£500,000]. It contains a full payment mechanism that complies with the Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996, plus retention, delay damages, variations, insurance, termination and adjudication.

• For business, landlord, developer, charity or public sector clients
• For straightforward work with the design mostly provided by the Employer
• Not for a homeowner’s own home – use the domestic version
• For larger or complex projects, consider a JCT or NEC standard form

• Complete the Contract Particulars in Schedule 1 first – most choices are made there
• List all drawings and documents in Schedule 2
• Check the payment dates in Schedule 3 work for both parties
• Choose an insurance option in clause 13 and Schedule 4