EJCDC’s 2018 “Supplementary Conditions of the Construction Contract” (C-800) is the most complete document of its type ever published. Based on the Construction Specifications Institute’s “Manual of Practice” format, this comprehensive document covers many key issues:
– specific changes in the definitions in the General Conditions;
– explanation of the proposed schedule of events, from bid opening to the start of work;
– discussion of the General Conditions concerning subsurface conditions;
– identification of “technical data” and possible use of different language
– quantity of insurance specifications in SCs (from GCs), allowing easier customization for specific project, and consideration of coverage options.
– added Electronic Document Protocol SCs regarding Electronic Transmittals
– subcontractor and supplier selection;
– various aspects of multiprime contracting;
– possible approaches to unit pricing work, and more