23.1  Maintenance

The Contractor shall ensure on a continuing basis that at all times its maintenance and operating procedures are sufficient to ensure that:

23.1.1  the Services are continuously available in accordance with the Output Specification;

23.1.2  it can maintain the design intention of the Dwellings [and Properties] to achieve their full working life [as set out in the Output Specification] for the duration of the Contract Period;

23.1.3  [the Dwellings [and Properties] are kept in good structural and decorative order (subject to fair wear and tear) [in accordance with the Output Specification]]187

23.1.4  the Dwellings [and Properties] are handed back to the Authority on the Expiry Date, or if earlier on a Termination Date, in a condition complying with the Handback Standard.188

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187 The need for this clause will depend upon whether this issue is adequately dealt with by the Output Specification and payment mechanism.

188 This sub-clause will not be relevant in non-HRA projects where the Contractor owns and operates the Dwellings.