nec4engine
HomeClausesClause 36.3
Back to clause search
Section 3Time

Clause 36.3

Implementing Accepted Acceleration

Purpose

When a quotation for an acceleration is accepted, the Project Manager changes the Prices, the Completion Date and the Key Dates accordingly and accepts the revised programme.

Practical Application

Formal implementation of acceleration requires the PM to change the contract documents. The revised programme becomes the new Accepted Programme and the new Completion Date and Key Dates take effect.

Common Pitfalls

Acceleration is voluntary - the Contractor cannot be forced to accelerate. However, once a quotation is accepted and implemented, the Contractor is contractually bound to achieve the earlier Completion Date.

Related Clauses

📖 This summary is for reference. For the full, authoritative NEC4 contract text — including all amendments, guidance notes, and flow charts — visit the official NEC website.

Purchase Official NEC4 →

⚠️ This commentary is for reference only. Always refer to the full NEC4 contract text and seek professional legal or contractual advice for your specific project.