Uphold standards, fulfil contractual obligations, contractors told

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Contractors Registration Board (CRB) has instructed contractors countrywide to carry out their work in line with required standards and quality, strictly adhering to the agreements stipulated in their project implementation contracts.

The CRB Registrar, Eng Rhoben Nkori, issued the directive during the opening of a three-day training on contract management skills held in Iringa Region.

The training, running from on Thursday until Friday, aims to educate local contractors and remind them of the importance of fulfilling their responsibilities and rights as outlined in their work contracts.

The practice-oriented course will cover key aspects, including the basic roles of contracting parties, time and cost control, quality control, insurance and securities, defaults and contract termination, as well as claims and dispute resolution.

The training targets Managing Directors (MDs), Directors of contracting firms registered with CRB, Architects, Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, Technicians and other professionals from institutions involved in construction.

The training has brought together more than 100 participants from 10 regions across the country, including contractors and employers.

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“The purpose of the training is to educate contractors and remind them of their contractual obligations and rights. Through this training, I believe participants will learn various topics, including understanding and upholding their rights and responsibilities in different project contracts they execute,” said Eng Nkori.

He said contracting is a legally binding business arrangement, and every contractor must possess contract management expertise to understand their rights and fulfil their obligations effectively. Eng Nkori said some contractors have been operating contrary to professional standards, stressing the need to avoid bias or personal interests and instead adhere to professional ethics.

“The contracting business is professional, but some contractors have been running it against the principles of the profession. When entering a contract, it doesn’t matter who you know; you must fulfil your duties properly to avoid legal consequences,” said Eng Nkori.

Moreover, Eng Nkori urged contractors to take advantage of various training opportunities organised by the CRB both locally and internationally to gain practical skills that will enhance their capacity in project execution.