PW-CF (Public Works Contract Form)
As Gaeilge: Foirm Conartha Oibreacha Poiblí
Also known as: PW-CF1, PW-CF2, PW-CF3, PW-CF4, PW-CF5, Public Works Contract
Last reviewed April 2026
The standard Irish government construction contracts (PW-CF1–CF5) under the Capital Works Management Framework — fixed-price, non-negotiable.
The suite of standard contracts issued by the Government Construction Contracts Committee (GCCC) under the Capital Works Management Framework (CWMF). PW-CF1: building works designed by the employer. PW-CF2: civil engineering works designed by the employer. PW-CF3: building works designed by the contractor (design-and-build). PW-CF4: civil engineering works designed by the contractor. PW-CF5: short form for minor or low-value works. All forms are fixed-price lump sum, allocate significant risk to the contractor (ground conditions, weather, programme, pricing errors), and cannot be negotiated — they apply as issued. Published at constructionprocurement.gov.ie.
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Related terms
Capital Works Management Framework (CWMF)
The suite of standard documents — contracts, conditions of engagement, guidance — that all Irish public bodies must use for construction procurement.
Performance Bond
A guarantee from a surety (bank or insurer) that the contractor will complete the works — typically 12.5% of the contract sum on Irish public works.
Liquidated Damages
A pre-agreed daily or weekly sum the contractor pays for late completion — enforceable without proof of actual loss.