Causes of Claims in Road Construction Projects the Case of Projects Administered By Net Consult PLC
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2023-06
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Addis Ababa University
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The study has focused on identifying the causes of claims in Tepi-Mizan and Gore-Masha road
projects. The aim of the study was to gain an understanding of the factors that contributed to the
delay in the execution of these projects. To achieve this, the study used a qualitative research
approach. Secondary data in the form of claim submissions on the projects were utilized to
identify the causes of claims. The responses from interviews were also used to identify the party
responsible for the claims, whether it was the consultants or the client, or due to external factors.
The study found that the client was responsible for some of the claims, which were caused by
delay in possession of site, delay in payment, delay in approval of the route selection report, and
design submissions. However, the consultant was not responsible for any of the claims raised.
The study also identified external factors that contributed to the claims, including adverse
weather conditions, shortages of cement, COVID-19, and security problems. Based on the
findings of the study, mitigation measures were suggested to avoid similar claims from occurring
on other projects in the future. These measures include clearing right of way obstructions before
floating projects, securing sufficient funding, conducting social consultations with the local
community, assigning security officials around projects where security problems prevail and
considering the duration of rainy seasons in that specific area while estimating the duration of
project.
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Extension of time claim, Consultant