What is the interaction between LD and extension of time (EOT)?

LDs only run during periods of culpable delay (contractor-caused delay). Employer risk events (e.g. late information, employer's variations) entitle the contractor to EOT, reducing or eliminating LD liability. Failure to grant EOT where due may 'time-at-large' the contract (no completion date, only reasonable time obligation).

What is 'time at large' and when does it apply?

Time at large occurs when the completion date mechanism breaks down and there is no enforceable completion date. The contractor owes only a reasonable time obligation. LDs cannot be deducted if time is at large. It arises from employer prevention without a corresponding EOT entitlement.

Construction Delay Liquidated Damages Per Day Calculator

Calculate daily liquidated damages entitlement for construction delay under JCT, NEC4, and FIDIC contracts. Covers the employer's obligation to issue a non-completion certificate and the contractor's culpable delay obligation.

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Enter the values for the scenario you are assessing. Calculate daily liquidated damages entitlement for construction delay under JCT, NEC4, and FIDIC contracts. Covers the employer's obligation to issue a non-completion certificate and the contractor's culpable delay obligation. Use the construction delay ld result to inform your calculation.

Construction Delay Liquidated Damages Per Day Calculator

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What is the interaction between LD and extension of time (EOT)?

What is 'time at large' and when does it apply?