What is the document?

CCDC 2MA – 2023 Master Agreement is developed to meet the needs of Owners with an on-going construction or maintenance program: to enter into specific work arrangements quickly and easily, without having to review and re-negotiate general terms and conditions for each work order.

The Master Agreement is a contract form between Owner and Contractor that is applicable for a defined period of time and is intended to establish contractual terms and conditions (excluding scope, time and cost) for multiple projects during that time period.  Each project will be ordered by means of Work Authorizations, that define the project specific requirements like scope, price, time.

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What is the document?

CCDC 18 – 2023 Civil Works Contract is a standard prime contract between Owner and Contractor for civil works construction, e.g. roads, bridges, dams, underground utilities, etc.

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What is the document?

CCDC 4 – 2023 Unit Price Contract is a standard prime contract between Owner and prime Contractor to perform the required work for a pre-determined, fixed amount for each specified unit of work performed. The total price is determined by multiplying the unit price by the actual, measured quantity of work performed for each specified unit.

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What is the document?

CCDC 2 – Stipulated Price Contract is the industry standard prime contract between Owner and prime Contractor. This contract establishes a single, pre-determined fixed price, or lump sum, for the project.

The contract outlines the high-level administrative requirements and procedures needed for construction projects, including the role and authority of the consultant, procedures for changes in the work, work by other contractors, insurance requirements, prerequisites for Ready-for-Takeover, dispute resolution procedures, early occupancy by the Owner, and more.

Operating on the basis of a stipulated price, the CCDC 2 assumes monthly progress payments and makes reference to provincial payment legislations where applicable.

The CCDC 2 contains the following sections:

• Agreement Between Owner and Contractor
• Definitions
• General Conditions
  • General Provisions
  • Administration of the Contract
  • Execution of the Work
  • Allowances
  • Payment
  • Changes in the Work
  • Default Notice
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Protection of Persons and Property
  • Governing Regulations
  • Insurance
  • Owner Takeover
  • Indemnification and Waiver

Users of the CCDC 2 should also acquaint themselves with the CCDC Master Specification for Division 01 ‘General Requirements’ as a companion document.

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CCDC 31 – Service Contract Between Owner and Consultant is a standard service contract for use between Owner and consulting engineer. Originally adapted from the ACEC 31 at the request of ACEC, the document was updated in line with the existing CCDC principles and terminology, consistent with the CCDC 2.

This contract allows for a variety of types of remuneration, including the use of fixed fees, fees based on the value of the Work, fees based on time-based rates, or any combination therein.

The CCDC 31 clearly outlines the scope of the Consultant’s Professional Services with Schedule A, which allows users to select the specific duties of the Consultant for the project.

Also contained within the CCDC 31 are provisions addressing the roles and responsibilities of both parties, insurance requirements, dispute resolution, and more.

The CCDC 31 contains the following sections:

• Agreement Between Owner and Consultant
• Definitions
• General Conditions
  • General Provisions
  • Roles and Responsibilities
  • Executing Professional Services
  • Payment
  • Governing Principles
  • Insurance and Liability
  • Dispute Resolution
• Schedules
  • Consultant’s Scope of Professional Services
  • Reimbursable Expenses
  • Time-Based Rates for Personnel Employed by the Consultant

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CCDC 30 – Integrated Project Delivery Contract addresses issues specific to integrated project delivery (IPD) projects including scope allocation, payments, changes, conflict management, termination, insurance and contract security, and liability allocation.

The pricing structure is cost plus with a target price. The profits of the design/construction team are identified and allocated to a risk pool that remains at risk subject to the achievement of mutually agreed project objectives.

CCDC 30 also outlines the project management structure of an IPD project including the senior management team, project management team and project implementation teams.

The roles and responsibilities of the parties are clearly defined in all phases of the IPD process:

• Validation phase;
• Design/procurement phase;
• Construction phase; and
• Warranty phase.

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What is the document?

CCDC 2MA – 2016 Master Agreement is developed to meet the needs of Owners with an on-going construction or maintenance program: to enter into specific work arrangements quickly and easily, without having to review and re-negotiate general terms and conditions for each work order.

The Master Agreement is a contract form between Owner and Contractor that is applicable for a defined period of time and is intended to establish contractual terms and conditions (excluding scope, time and cost) for multiple projects during that time period.  Each project will be ordered by means of Work Authorizations, that define the project specific requirements like scope, price, time.

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What is the document?

CCDC 12 – 1994 Is a model form to assist the Owner in showing that financial arrangements have been made to fulfill the Owner’s obligations under the contract (e.g. CCDC 2).

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What is the document?

CCDC 18 – 2001 Civil Works Contract is a standard prime contract between Owner and Contractor for civil works construction, e.g. roads, bridges, dams, underground utilities, etc.

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