Short Form Of Contract 2nd Ed -2021 Green Book- Pdf
The Green Book is a concise, fully-interactive contract designed for minor works, small maintenance tasks, simple service orders, or equipment supply with limited installation. It is intended for projects where the complexity does not warrant the detailed mechanisms of the IChemE Red, Burgundy, or Yellow Books.
The 2nd Edition (2021) replaces the original 2000 edition, bringing the contract in line with modern procurement practices and legal standards.
The 2nd Edition has 21 clauses (compare to 15 in 1999). Below is the simplified structure: short form of contract 2nd ed -2021 green book- pdf
| Clause | Title | What It Covers | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1 | Definitions | Contract documents, Employer, Contractor, Subcontractor, Day, etc. | | 2 | Contract Documents | Priority of documents (Agreement → Special Conditions → Green Book clauses → Drawings) | | 3 | Employer’s Obligations | Provide site access, permits, and pay on time. | | 4 | Contractor’s Obligations | Execute works, provide supervision, comply with laws. | | 5 | Subcontracting | No subcontracting without consent. Contractor remains liable. | | 6 | Works by Employer | Employer may do separate work—coordination clause. | | 7 | Contractor’s Documents | Submittals (schedules, method statements). | | 8 | Commencement & Completion | Time for completion, possession of site. | | 9 | Variations | Changes to scope—must be in writing. | | 10 | Payment | Application for payment, due dates, interest on late payment. | | 11 | Retention | Usually 5% retention, released 50% at completion, 50% after defects period. | | 12 | Delay Damages | Liquidated damages for late completion (cap often 10% of contract price). | | 13 | Completion & Taking Over | Certificate of completion, transfer of risk. | | 14 | Defects Liability | Usually 12 months to fix defects. | | 15 | Suspension | Contractor can suspend if non-payment. | | 16 | Termination | Either party can terminate for material breach. | | 17 | Risk & Indemnity | Who bears loss/damage to works. | | 18 | Insurance | Required: liability, works, contractor’s equipment. | | 19 | Exceptional Events | Force majeure, pandemic, war—extends time, no damages. | | 20 | Claims & Disputes | Notice of claim within 28 days. | | 21 | Dispute Resolution | Adjudication (fast, binding temporarily) then arbitration. |
The "PDF" version of the Green Book is the standard digital distribution method for FIDIC contracts. The Green Book is a concise, fully-interactive contract
You can purchase the official "Short Form of Contract, 2nd edition (ICE Green Book)" as a digital PDF directly from:
Expect to pay approximately £45–£75 GBP for a single-user PDF license. This is a minimal cost when compared to the legal fees of a dispute arising from an unlicensed or incorrect contract. The "PDF" version of the Green Book is
✅ Short & Readable: Typically 20-30 pages, including guidance notes. ✅ Low Transaction Cost: You can draft and agree it in hours, not weeks. ✅ Direct Control: No third-party Engineer – the Employer communicates directly. ✅ Adjudication Ready: Helps avoid litigation for modest-value disputes (e.g., $10k–$100k). ✅ Proportional: The risk allocation and liability caps match the project’s scale.
