When drafting a contract it is important to include clauses that protect the interests of the Australian Government. These same clauses frequently also offer protection to the contractor.
The more common provisions (in alphabetical order) generally included in public sector contracts relate to:
• Assistance provided to the contractor • Commonwealth specific clauses • Disclosure of information (confidentiality) • Disputes | • Payments | To meet its accountability obligations, acquiring entities are expected to disclose information, regardless of any contractual obligations to maintain confidentiality, to the parliament or its Committees. |
Each of these matters is discussed below. The list of common provisions is not definitive and other provisions will need to be drafted to suit the particular contractual arrangement. Where necessary, professional advice should be sought to assist with drafting specific contract provisions. |
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