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This includes:  \nQBCC licensees working as:  \n• head contractors  \n• subcontractors  \n• trade contractors  \n• owner builders.  \n\n| Suppliers |\n| --- |\n| Other building and construction industry consultants\u003Cbr>Such as:\u003Cbr>• architects\u003Cbr>• engineers. |\n| Principals in the contractual chain Such as:\u003Cbr>• developers\u003Cbr>• commercial building owners. |\n\nThis guide does not include information for home owners.  \nInformation about home owner’s contracts is available in the Domestic building contracts guide on the QBCC website.  \nCONTRACTS  \nWhat is a contract?  \nA contract is a mutual agreement created between two or more parties that documents and records what the parties have agreed to do for each other.  \nContracts can be written or oral. They should outline the commercial relationship between parties and document the terms of the agreement.  \nIn the building and construction industry, there are many different types of contracts depending on who the agreement is between and the size and complexity of the project.  \nCOMMON TERMS  \nThe contracting party  \nis the party that has engaged another party to carry out work under a contract.  \nThe contracted party is the party that has  \nbeen engaged under a contract to carry out work.  \nCONTRACTS  \nWhen is a written contract required?  \nThe law requires a written contract to be in place in certain circumstances.  \nTable 1: Written contract requirements  \nPARTIES TO THE CONTRACT  \nContracting party  \nContracted  \nparty  \nWHEN IS A WRITTEN CONTRACT REQUIRED?  \nTYPE OF WORK  \nThe QBCC strongly recommend that parties use written contracts and agree to all terms in writing as it provides more certainty for both parties than verbal contracts.  \nWhat do I need to include in the contract?  \nThe law requires certain information to be included in a contract.  \nAt a minimum your contract should include:  \n• the scope of the work covered by the contract  \n• when the work is to be completed  \n• the amount to be paid for the work (or how the amount is to be calculated)  \n• details of any agreement between the parties about retentions and securities  \n• the name and licence number of the building contractor  \n• the address of the site where the work is being carried out.  \nThe law also prohibits the unlawful contract terms and provides a minimum and/or default terms for when contracts are invalid ordo not cover what is required.  \nThere are a range of templates for contracts available on the QBCC website. Alternatively, you may use one provided by your industry association or develop your own. If you are developing your own it is recommended that you seek legal advice to ensure that it complies with the legislation.  \nEntering into a contract with a home owner All contracts for domestic building work above $3,300 must be in writing. You must give the owner a fully signed copy of the entire contract (including any associated plans and specifications) within 5 business days after the contract is signed and entered into.  \nFor contracts priced at $20,000 or more, you must also give the owner the QBCC consumer building guide before they sign the building contract.  \nResidential construction work performed in Queensland valued atmore than $3,300 is subject to protection under the Queensland Home Warranty Scheme. The premium is linked to the insurable value of the work and is commonly included in the deposit amount payable when the owner signs the contract. 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