(a) (Extension of time): If the conditions precedent in clause 26.8(a) have been satisfied, unless the parties otherwise agree an extension to the relevant Date for Acceptance or the State issues a direction under clause 26.16 beforehand, the Independent Reviewer must extend the relevant Date for Acceptance and, subject to clause 26.14, the relevant Date for Acceptance will be extended (if at all) in accordance with the determination of the Independent Reviewer.
(b) (Interim determinations): In the circumstances contemplated by clause 26.9(a), the Independent Reviewer may, in its absolute discretion, give interim determinations of Project Co's entitlement to an extension of time notwithstanding that the effects of the relevant Extension Event are continuing.
(c) (Independent Reviewer must consider evidence): In dealing with an extension of time claim, the Independent Reviewer must consider all relevant evidence presented by the parties (but is not bound by any of that evidence).