We discuss below some key underlying principles around the Change Procedure process and provides guidance of approaches to be considered as the process progresses. References to contractual provisions are to the NPD/hub contract standard form and the Standard Contracts. Authorities should note that some of the specific provisions which are noted in this section may differ in their own contract as the standard forms might have been altered during the original negotiations.
Accordingly, Authorities, having decided to embark on the process of making Changes to contribute to the journey to NZ, in parallel with the technical identification and appraisal of options (as to which see below), Authorities should consider and be clear as to the contractual provision applicable to their individual project and the commercial and practical implications (including as to timescale) to which these give rise.
Authorities should consider lessons learnt from Changes that have previously been instructed under their PPP contracts and, through the collaborative groups that are supported by SFT, Authorities will be able to draw on the experience of others.