Guidance for EOT Assessment Report

1. Executive Summary

• Brief overview of the report purpose and main findings.
• Summary of the key delay events and the implications for the project timeline.

2. Project Summary

2.1. Contract Information

• Contract name and number.
• Parties involved (client, contractor, subcontractors).
• Key dates (start date, original completion date, current status).

2.2. Scope of Work

• Description of the work to be performed.
• Key deliverables and milestones.

3. Relevant Contract Provisions

• Identification of clauses related to delays and extensions of time.
• Responsibilities of the contractor and the client regarding notifications and claims.

4. The Contractor’s Claim

4.1. Overview of Delay Event

• Description of the specific events causing delays.
• Impact on project schedule and operations.

4.2. Contractual Basis of Claim

• Justification for the claim based on contract terms.
• Reference to specific clauses supporting the claim.

4.3. Contractual Compliance

• Assessment of the contractor’s adherence to contract requirements.
• Documentation of compliance with notice provisions.

4.4. Chronology of Events

• Timeline of key events leading to the delay.
• Dates of notifications, meetings, and decision points.

4.5. Conclusion

• Summary of findings from the claim analysis.
• Recommendation for EOT based on the assessment.

5. Delay Analysis - Contractor’s Assessment (Cause and Effect)

5.1. Contractor’s Assessment Overview

• Summary of methodologies used for delay analysis.
• Key factors affecting the assessment.

5.2. Time Impact Analysis Windows

• Explanation of the time impact analysis methodology.
• Identification of relevant analysis windows.

5.3. Delay Fragnet

• Presentation of delay fragments illustrating impacts on the schedule.
• Visual aids (e.g., Gantt charts) to support analysis.

5.4. Productivity and Production Rate

• Assessment of productivity impacts due to delays.
• Comparison of planned vs. actual production rates.

5.5. Events Analysis

• In-depth analysis of each significant delay event.
• Cause-and-effect relationships established.

6. Relief Sought

• Detailed request for extension of time, including the duration requested.
• Justification for the relief sought based on the analysis.
• Any additional claims for costs or other compensations, if applicable.