Antiquities

Question 1

What are antiquities?

Answer 1

• Items of historical interest including artefacts, bones/fossils, archeology.

Question 2

What should the contractor do upon discovery of an antiquity?

Answer 2

• Cease work and seek advice prior to proceeding.
• Take necessary measures to preserve in existing location/condition.
• Inform the CA or PM of the discovery.

Question 3

When objects of interest are discovered, who is liable for the delay and expense incurred?

Answer 3

• Depends on how the risk is allocated in the contract.