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Why a Pre-Contract Service Agreement (PCSA) and Early Contractor Involvement Can Set Your Construction Project Up for Success

Discover how a Pre-Contract Service Agreement (PCSA) and early contractor involvement can save time, control costs, and improve build quality. Learn how it fits into two-stage tendering and how a skilled project manager coordinates legal matters, neighbourly issues, and lender requirements.

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What Is a Lender’s Independent Monitoring Surveyor (IMS) / Bank Surveyor and Why You Need One

ONFORM provides RICS-compliant Independent Monitoring Surveyor (IMS) services across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Dorset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Berkshire, Surrey, and London. We protect lender investments by monitoring cost, programme, quality, and compliance from pre-loan due diligence to project completion.

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Do I Need a JCT Contract for My Building Project?

Not sure if you need a JCT contract for your building project? A quote or handshake won’t protect you if things go wrong. This article explains when a JCT contract is required, what it covers, and how ONFORM Construction Consultancy prepares fully compliant agreements that safeguard your investment from day one.

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How Much Does It Cost to Have a JCT Contract Prepared?

The cost of preparing a JCT contract depends on your project’s complexity and the documentation required. ONFORM Construction Consultancy explains what influences pricing — from Employer’s Requirements and Preliminaries to coordination and tender support — and why professional drafting ensures total clarity and compliance.

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