How can fluctuation clauses be calculated?

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 How can fluctuation clauses be calculated?

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Fluctuation clauses are the clauses that are added to a construction contract and are used to deal with the effects of inflation or any other changes in the cost of goods and services used in construction, on the project cost and allow to make required adjustments. The fluctuations clauses entitle the contractor to be reimbursed for any additional cost caused by the factors mentioned in the clauses.

Following are the three main types of fluctuation clauses:

  1. Changes in taxes.
  2. Changes or escalation in the cost of labor, material, transport, and so on.
  3. Changes in the building cost indices.
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