Can a sub contract be used in a JCT contract?

Note: this contract can only be used with JCT 2016 Edition main and sub-contracts. JCT’s Sub-subcontract is for use on sub-subcontract works where the main contract is a JCT contract. It can be used with any sub-contract.

How are subcontractors selected for a construction project?

Contractors may not have all the required skills or resources necessary to complete the works described in a construction contract, and so sub-contractors are commonly appointed to undertake those aspects of the project . Typically, subcontractors are selected and appointed by the contractor themselves.

When does a named subcontractor become a domestic sub-contractor?

In effect the named sub-contractor becomes a domestic subcontractor, they are paid by the main contractor and the main contractor is responsible for their works . For more information see: Named subcontractor . Attendance . Contractor . Domestic sub-contractor . Named specialist work . Named sub-contractor . Nominated subcontractor .

Who is responsible for the subcontractor’s performance?

The main contractors assumes responsibility for the subcontractor’s performance. In effect the named sub-contractor becomes a domestic subcontractor, they are paid by the main contractor and the main contractor is responsible for their works . For more information see: Named subcontractor .

When does the main contractor tender for a subcontract?

When tendering for the main contract, the main contractor makes allowances for mark up, attendance and programme in relation to the subcontract package . Once appointed, the main contractor seeks tenders for the package from the named sub-contractors (although they may reasonably object to any of the named subcontractors ).