1.42 The Contractor shall implement a Quality Management System that is compliant with ISO9001 or equal throughout the construction period.
1.43 The Contractor shall appoint a quality manager who shall in respect of the Works:
a) ensure the effective operation of and implementation of the Quality Management System;
b) audit the Quality Management System at regular intervals (and as a minimum every [ ] months) and report the findings of such audit to the Contractor and the Authority;
c) audit any sub-contractor's Quality Management Systems, as a minimum every [ ] months, to ensure the Contractor's overall compliance with the Contract and report the findings of such audits to the sub-contractors and the Authority;
d) review the Quality Management System at intervals agreed with the Authority to ensure their continued suitability and effectiveness; and
e) liaise with the Authority on all matters relating to quality assurance.