Common use of Correction of Defects Clause in Contracts

Correction of Defects. If the Contractor, after notice, fails to proceed promptly, but in no event longer than thirty (30) calendar days after such notice, unless otherwise agreed to by the Division Manager, to comply with the terms of the guarantee and/or correct the Work, the City may have the defects corrected by its own forces or another contractor and the Contractor and its surety shall be liable to the City for all costs and expenses incurred in doing so.

Correction of Defects. If the Contractor, after notice, fails to proceed promptly, but in no event longer than thirty (30) calendar days after such notice, unless otherwise agreed to by the Division ManagerDirector, Department of Public Works, to comply with the terms of the guarantee and/or correct the Work, the City may have the defects corrected by its own forces or another contractor and the Contractor and its surety shall be liable to the City for all costs and expenses incurred in doing so.