Buyer Builder Agreement Template for New Zealand

1. Provisional Sums: Used when certain costs cannot be accurately determined at contract signing, specifying estimated amounts for uncertain works

2. Prime Cost Items: Include when specific items are to be selected by the Buyer during construction, with provisional allowances

3. Subcontractors: Required when specific rules about subcontracting need to be established

4. Retention: Include when a retention regime is required for quality assurance

5. Liquidated Damages: Used when parties agree to pre-determined damages for specific breaches, particularly delay

6. Resource Consent: Include when the project requires specific resource consent obligations

7. Temporary Works: Required for projects needing significant temporary structures or facilities

8. Practical Completion: Detailed completion procedures for complex projects

9. Defects Liability Period: Extended warranty provisions beyond statutory requirements

10. Materials Supply: Include when the Buyer will supply certain materials

1. Schedule 1 - Plans and Specifications: Detailed architectural and engineering drawings, technical specifications

2. Schedule 2 - Payment Schedule: Detailed breakdown of progress payments, milestone payments, and payment timing

3. Schedule 3 - Construction Program: Detailed timeline of construction activities and milestones

4. Schedule 4 - Site Information: Site plans, geotechnical reports, and existing conditions

5. Schedule 5 - Special Conditions: Any project-specific requirements or variations to standard terms

6. Schedule 6 - Insurance Requirements: Detailed insurance specifications and coverage requirements

7. Appendix A - Building Consent: Copies of building consent documentation

8. Appendix B - Cost Breakdown: Itemized breakdown of construction costs

9. Appendix C - Materials Specifications: Detailed specifications for materials to be used

10. Appendix D - Quality Assurance Plan: Quality control procedures and inspection requirements