18.5  Replacement

In the event of the Independent Certifier's appointment being terminated otherwise than for full performance, the Contractor shall, at its own expense and subject to obtaining the prior written consent of the Authority (not to be unreasonably withheld or delayed), appoint, in accordance with this Clause, a replacement consultant to act as the Independent Certifier as soon as reasonably practicable.  The identity of any such replacement shall be as agreed by the Parties and the terms of his appointment shall, unless otherwise agreed, be as set out in the Independent Certifier's Deed of Appointment.