Framework Agreement

Appropriate: for the procurement of construction/engineering related works over a period of time; for use by clients with contractors and/or suppliers; for use by contractors, sub-contractors and/or suppliers sub-letting to others in the supply chain; for use with most standard forms of construction and engineering contracts and sub-contracts. Can be used: on a single project. Not suitable: if the parties do not wish to be legally bound - consider the Framework Agreement (Non-binding) (FA/N).