Common use of CHANGE ORDERS AND AMENDMENTS Clause in Contracts

CHANGE ORDERS AND AMENDMENTS. An express change order or amendment shall be a simple direction by the TOWN to perform additional work, to remove work from the scope of work, or extend or shorten the time for completion of contract work. A change order or amendment will state a specific sum certain or lump sum if the change requires additional work, supplies or materials; will specify a deduction in contract amount if it removes work, supplies or materials from project requirements; and a specific date if the change extends or shortens the time for completion. No claims for concealed or unknown conditions, impact fees or costs, any additional fees or costs, additional services, or any other fee or cost incurred by CONTRACTOR, nor any cost or fee associated with any delay or extension of the contract herein will be assessed against the TOWN unless expressly provided in this contract (including the Contract Documents incorporated herein) or in a change order and approved by the TOWN. CONTRACTOR shall follow all procedures required herein or in the Contract Documents for the execution of a valid change order.