FIDIC / Legal Reference: FIDIC Red Book Clause 12.1-12.3
The process of measuring the actual quantities of work executed on site and valuing them at the contract rates, replacing the estimated BOQ quantities used for tender purposes. In a remeasurement contract, the final contract sum is determined by remeasurement — not by the original tender price.
What it means in practice
Under Clause 12.1, the Engineer and contractor are required to agree on the measurement of the Works. Measurements are typically taken jointly — with the Engineer or their representative present — to avoid later dispute about what was actually built.
Clause 12.3 provides that where the quantity of any item differs from the BOQ by more than 10%, a new rate should be agreed if the character of the work has changed or if the rate for the original quantity has become unreasonable.
Where disputes arise
Disputes over remeasurement arise when the parties cannot agree on the actual quantities, the applicable measurement method is unclear, or the contractor claims that significant quantity changes require rate revision under Clause 12.3.
UAE Context
UAE construction projects — particularly infrastructure and civil engineering — routinely involve significant remeasurement at completion. The difference between tendered and final measured quantities can be substantial, particularly where ground conditions or design changes have affected excavation or earthworks.
Related terms
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