Structuring a Road Construction Contract for a Solar Farm
Overview
Client: Jordan Road Surfacing Limited
Project: Tendering & Contract Negotiation for a Solar Farm Access Road
Overview
Jordan Road Surfacing Limited was tendering for the construction of an access road to a solar farm. However, the project lacked defined contractual terms and required clear technical specifications before work could commence. To ensure project viability, Jordan Road Surfacing engaged Oraculum to provide strategic guidance on contractual, financial, and technical aspects.

The Challenge
✅ No contractual framework in place for project engagement
✅ Unclear technical scope and quality requirements
✅ Need for cost-effective solutions to enhance project feasibility
✅ Negotiation required with the client to finalize commercial and technical terms
Our Approach
Oraculum played a pivotal role in shaping the project by:
🔹 Value Engineering Solutions – We proposed cost-effective design and construction methods to optimize project economics without compromising quality.
🔹 Technical Definition – We established clear testing requirements to ensure construction quality and compliance.
🔹 Contract Development – We structured the final contractual terms, setting a solid foundation for project execution.
🔹 Client Negotiations – On behalf of Jordan Road Surfacing, we negotiated financial, contractual, and technical elements to secure favourable terms.
The Impact
💡 Clear project scope and contractual terms, mitigating future disputes
💡 Optimized construction methods, reducing costs while maintaining quality
💡 Smooth negotiations, leading to an agreement that benefited all parties
By leveraging Oraculum’s expertise, Jordan Road Surfacing successfully secured the project under well-defined commercial and technical terms, ensuring a structured and efficient approach to delivery.
Conclusion
This project highlights Oraculum’s ability to bridge the gap between technical requirements, contractual clarity, and financial strategy. Our tailored approach ensured that Jordan Road Surfacing could proceed with confidence, knowing that risks were mitigated, and project success was maximized.