Preface

JBCC documents are compiled in the interests of standardisation and portray the consensus view of the Joint Building Contracts Committee of good practice and an equitable distribution of contractual risk in the building industry. The documentation sets out a clear, balanced and enforceable set of procedures, rights and obligations, which when competently managed and administered, protect the employer, contractor and subcontractors alike. The Series 2000 covers all aspects of contract for most types of building projects and should consequently simplify the administration of building contracts. It should be noted that each document has been formulated for use specifically as part of the Series 2000 and is most unlikely to be suitable for use with other forms of contract. 

JBCC Documentation Services 

Query Answering: This unique and service is offered to users of JBCC documentation. Queries related to the interpretation and implementation of Series 2000 provisions, subject to being submitted by email or fax, are answered in writing generally within 2 to 3 working days. This service is offered as an initial guide only and must not be seen as a substitute for professional services that may be required in relation to disputes. 

Availability: Series 2000 documents are obtainable through most regional offices of JBCC Constituents Bodies as listed on the JBCC web site. The JBCC supplies exclusively to constituents and does not sell direct to users. JBCC can be contacted at jbcc@mweb.co.za in relation to these services. 

Warning! 

JBCC has undertaken this Edition primarily to update the Series 2000 documents, improved drafting, grammar and the elimination of minor errors where appropriate. However, there are some significant changes and unavoidable clause renumbering and restructuring of the previous Edition. This has resulted in certain support documents having to be revised to remain compatible. These are listed in the Schedule of Revisions. Where the employer in the agreement is an organ of State specific requirements that differ from those required by the private sector are required in a special Contract data Document. Persons entering into or preparing contracts using the JBCC Series 2000 are warned of the dangers inherent in modifying any part of it. If it is considered essential to make changes, users are advised to ensure that such changes are drafted by qualified legal persons with extensive knowledge of the JBCC documentation, and the construction industry. Experience has shown that changes drafted by others, including members of the building professions, often have results very different from those intended, which may be prejudicial to either or both parties.

DISCLAIMER 

While the Documentation, information, data and advice is believed to be correct, the JBCC, and its Agents, disclaim responsibility for any inaccuracies contained within the JES Service, including those due to any negligence in the preparation and publication of the JES.