CCM Exam Results

All main FIDIC contract editions contain provisions that allow the Employer or Engineer to propose or instruct the Contractor to employ certain subcontractors (e.g., nominated subcontractors). The Contractor retains the right to refuse such subcontractors only for reasonable cause, which must be communicated formally.

This mechanism protects the Employer’s interests in subcontractor selection while safeguarding the Contractor’s right to reject subcontractors that may not be competent or suitable.

Therefore, the statement is true.

The timetable for meetings is usually set out in the Special Conditions (Particular Conditions) and/or the Employer’s Requirements, which define project-specific administrative and management arrangements.

Special Conditions customize the General Conditions to the project and often specify meeting schedules.

Employer’s Requirements detail the Employer’s expectations, including communication protocols and meeting timetables.

The General Conditions (Option A) are standard and do not include project-specific meeting schedules.

The Specification (Option B) mainly covers technical requirements, not administrative matters like meetings.

Under the FIDIC Red Book 2017 (similar principles apply in other editions), Sub-Clause 4.1 (“Contractor’s General Obligations”) and Sub-Clause 3.4 (“Delay Damages”) require both Employer and Contractor to notify the Engineer in advance about any events or circumstances which may delay the works or adversely affect the Contractor’s personnel or progress. This early notification ensures proper management and mitigation of risks that could impact the project timeline or quality.

Option A (Delay the execution of the Works or a Section) is a core reason for notification since delays affect the critical path and programme, requiring possible extensions or adjustments.

Option C (Adversely affect the work of the Contractor ' s Personnel) is also a valid reason because issues affecting workforce productivity or availability can impact project delivery.

On the other hand:

Option B (Decrease the Contract Price) is not a reason to notify. Changes in contract price usually arise from variations or claims but are not a “known or future event” requiring prior notification unless linked to a variation or compensation event.

Option D (Increase the performance of the Works when completed) is positive and does not negatively affect project progress or cost; therefore, it is not a reason for advance notification under these contract provisions.

Thus, the two not applicable reasons are B and D.

Under FIDIC 2017, Clause 20 introduces a structured and unified claims procedure applicable to both Contractor’s and Employer’s Claims. Claims are categorized broadly into:

Claims for time and/or money (Sub-Clause 20.2), and

Other claims (e.g., disputes or matters under Sub-Clause 20.1(c)).

Option A is correct. The 28-day time bar under Sub-Clause 20.2.1 applies to all claims for time and/or money and is a fundamental procedural requirement. Importantly, unlike FIDIC 1999, this time bar applies equally to both Parties, reinforcing fairness and discipline in claims management.

Option C is also correct. Claims under Sub-Clause 20.1(a) and (b) (typically relating to payment and/or extension of time) are processed under Sub-Clause 20.2, and the Engineer (or Employer’s Representative in the Silver Book) must agree or determine the claim in accordance with Sub-Clause 3.7 (Red/Yellow) or 3.5 (Silver).

Option B is incorrect because claims under 20.1(c) are not handled through Sub-Clause 3.7/3.5 in the same structured determination process as time/money claims.

Option D is incorrect because FIDIC 2017 clearly applies the time bar to both Employer and Contractor claims, which is a key update from earlier editions.

This reflects FIDIC 2017’s emphasis on symmetry, procedural clarity, and proactive claim management.