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This statement is false. Acceptance of a revised programme that shows completion within the Time for Completion does not automatically entitle the Contractor to extra payment. The Contractor must demonstrate additional costs arising from the instruction or circumstances to claim payment.

The acceptance of a compliant programme is a scheduling and administrative matter, not a compensation guarantee.

Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:

This statement is true. The Employer administers the contract unless an Employer’s Representative or Engineer is appointed to act on its behalf. The Employer (or its Representative) is responsible for reviewing and negotiating claims in good faith with the Contractor to reach agreement, in line with FIDIC procedures.

Under the FIDIC Red Book (1999), the Tender Documents typically include:

The Bill of Quantities (Option B), which provides detailed quantities for priced items and forms a basis for tender pricing.

The Specifications (Option E), which define the technical requirements for the Works.

The Schedule of Guarantees (Option A) is usually provided later, during contract formation, not as part of tender documents.

Employer’s Requirements (Option C) are more commonly referenced in design-build contracts such as the Yellow Book, not the Red Book which is traditionally a design-bid-build contract.

Schedule of Baselines (Option D) is not a standard tender document in FIDIC Red Book contracts.

Under the FIDIC Red Book 1999, the Performance Certificate marks the end of the Contractor’s obligations under the contract (Sub-Clause 11.9). The Engineer must issue this certificate once the Defects Notification Period has ended, all Contractor's Documents are submitted, and all works including defect rectification have been completed and tested.

Option C is correct because the Engineer is required to issue the Performance Certificate within 28 days after these conditions are met.

Option D is correct as the certificate is conditional upon fulfilling specific contract requirements (e.g., completion of works, submission of documents).

Option A is incorrect because acceptance of works usually happens earlier (e.g., taking-over certificate); the Performance Certificate represents completion of all contractual obligations, not just acceptance.

Option B is incorrect as the Performance Certificate confirms contractual completion but does not necessarily imply full mutual performance beyond contract terms.

Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:

Under FIDIC contracts:

Profit is usually allowed on claims arising from Employer-caused delays, instructions, or breaches that directly affect the Contractor’s performance or costs (Options A, B, C, and E).

Option D relates to delays caused by third parties (authorities). Typically, delays caused by relevant authorities (e.g., permit or approval delays) are treated differently, and profit is not generally recoverable on these claims as they are considered neutral or force majeure-type delays. The Contractor may receive an extension of time and reimbursement of direct costs but not profit.

Thus, Option D is the claim event where profit is not allowed.

According to FIDIC Red and Yellow Books (both 1999 and 2017 editions), the advance payment guarantee amount may be progressively reduced as the Contractor repays the advance payment through deductions from interim payment certificates. This means the guarantee is reduced as per amounts repaid, not only upon full repayment.

Option D is correct: The guarantee reduces as partial repayments are certified in Payment Certificates.

Option C is incorrect because the reduction happens gradually, not only after full repayment.

Options A and B do not directly relate to the reduction mechanism of the advance payment guarantee.

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 FIDIC terminology, an ad-hoc Dispute Board is known as a DAB (Dispute Adjudication Board), which is appointed for specific disputes as they arise, rather than standing continuously.

The DAAB is a standing board appointed for the project duration, providing continuous dispute avoidance and adjudication.

Option D refers to arbitration, which is a different dispute resolution method.

Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:

In the FIDIC Red Book 2017, Instructions to Tenderers are part of the tender documents but are distinct from the Employer’s Requirements. They guide tenderers on how to prepare and submit their tenders. Specifically, Instructions to Tenderers may require tenderers to provide detailed information about their organization, key personnel, and the Contractor's Representative (see Sub-Clause 4.3 on Contractor’s Representative and Sub-Clause 6.12 on Key Personnel), which is essential for evaluating the capability and resources of the tenderer.

Option A is incorrect because Instructions to Tenderers are separate from Employer’s Requirements; the latter define the scope and technical needs of the project.

Option B is incorrect; Contract Data may include specific data relevant to the particular project beyond just the General Conditions, including amendments and project-specific information.

Option D is incorrect because the General Conditions can be amended through the Particular Conditions (within limits), provided the amendments are balanced and agreed upon by both Parties.

Comprehensive and Detailed Explanation:

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 maydelay the worksoradversely 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)isnota 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 twonot applicablereasons are B and D.