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Descoping: Can the omission of works constitute a breach of contract?

A recent Scottish case considers the contractual power to omit works and highlights key principles applicable to the question of whether omitted works can be transferred to another contractor - The descoping or omission of works (sometimes referred to as "negative variations") relates to the removal of part (or, on rare occasions, all) of the works awarded to a contractor or subcontractor, and is a common feature of construction contracts. ...
By: White & Case LLP
Source Url: https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/descoping-can-the-omission-of-works-43582/

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