Checklists & Templates

Subcontractor Checklists & Templates

Overview

The Subcontractor Checklists & Templates section provides structured and standardized documents that ensure a consistent, compliant, and risk-free approach to managing subcontractors at BEC Arabia. These checklists serve as a guideline for all departments to ensure subcontractors meet technical, financial, contractual, and safety requirements.

Why Standardized Checklists & Templates Are Important

  • Ensures consistency across all projects and departments

  • Reduces errors, delays, and missing approvals

  • Guarantees compliance with KSA regulations and contractual obligations

  • Provides a transparent and structured record of subcontractor interactions

  • Enhances risk mitigation and quality control

These checklists are used by Procurement, Project Teams, Legal, Finance, HSE, and QA/QC to ensure that subcontractors follow BEC Arabia’s standards from selection to project closeout.


Subcontractor Checklists & Forms

The following checklists are essential for managing subcontractors at every stage of their engagement.

📂 1. Subcontractor Prequalification Checklist

Used by the Procurement Team to evaluate subcontractors before selection to ensure they meet company standards.

Checklist Includes:

  • Business registration documents and trade license verification

  • Audited financial statements for the past three years

  • Insurance policies (workmen’s compensation, liability insurance, etc.)

  • HSE and quality compliance certificates

  • Manpower and equipment availability

  • References from previous projects

📌 Template: Subcontractor Prequalification Checklist


📂 2. Subcontractor Onboarding Checklist

Used after contract signing to ensure subcontractors are fully prepared to mobilize and meet project requirements.

Checklist Includes:

  • Fully executed contract and work scope agreement

  • Work permits, site access passes, and labor visas

  • Approved material submittals and method statements

  • HSE induction and safety training for all workers

  • Work schedule submission and mobilization plan

📌 Template: Subcontractor Onboarding Checklist


📂 3. Subcontractor Performance & Compliance Checklist

Ensures subcontractors are delivering work on time, meeting quality standards, and complying with safety regulations.

Checklist Includes:

  • Monthly progress report submission

  • QA/QC approval for work completed

  • HSE compliance and site safety adherence

  • Payment milestone verification

  • Subcontractor site workforce and equipment availability

📌 Template: Subcontractor Performance Checklist


📂 4. HSE Compliance & Safety Audit Checklist

Used by the HSE Department to verify that subcontractors are following safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

Checklist Includes:

  • HSE induction and worker training records

  • Proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

  • Risk assessment for high-hazard activities

  • Incident reporting and corrective action log

  • Emergency response preparedness and compliance

📌 Template: Subcontractor HSE Compliance Checklist


📂 5. Subcontractor Payment & Invoicing Checklist

Ensures that subcontractor invoices are correctly reviewed and approved before payment is processed.

Checklist Includes:

  • Verification of completed work and signed approvals

  • Review of supporting documents (inspection reports, approvals)

  • Compliance with contract payment terms and tax requirements

  • Finance team approval for release of funds

  • Procurement team review of any pending payment disputes

📌 Template: Subcontractor Payment Checklist


📂 6. Subcontractor Termination & Exit Checklist

When a subcontractor’s contract is terminated or completed, this checklist ensures a structured and compliant exit process.

Checklist Includes:

  • Confirmation that all contract obligations are met

  • Handover of documentation (as-built drawings, warranties, etc.)

  • Clearance of pending financial dues and invoice settlements

  • Removal of equipment and workforce from the project site

  • Final HSE compliance audit and clearance

📌 Template: Subcontractor Termination Checklist


Key Benefits of Using Standardized Checklists

For Project Teams:

  • Ensures subcontractors meet project and technical requirements before mobilization

  • Avoids missing approvals that could delay execution

  • Simplifies documentation and approval tracking

For Procurement & Finance:

  • Ensures financial and contractual compliance before work begins

  • Prevents payment issues by verifying milestone approvals

  • Reduces risk exposure in subcontractor selection and performance management

For Legal & HSE:

  • Provides legal protection by documenting approvals and compliance

  • Ensures subcontractors meet site safety and regulatory obligations

  • Helps enforce accountability in case of disputes or delays

Subcontractor Templates

This section provides the standardized templates required for effective subcontractor management at BEC Arabia. These templates ensure legal, financial, operational, and compliance consistency across all subcontractor-related activities, from contract execution to dispute resolution.

Using these templates ensures:

  • Clear contract terms that define scope, payments, and penalties

  • Efficient performance tracking with structured reporting formats

  • Consistent compliance enforcement across all projects

  • Transparent financial controls to mitigate payment disputes

  • Well-documented dispute resolution procedures to manage claims and contract terminations

These templates are categorized based on their function within subcontractor lifecycle management.


Subcontractor Management Templates

📂 1. Subcontractor Agreement Templates

This document is the formal contract between BEC Arabia and the subcontractor. It establishes the legal framework and defines:

  • Scope of work and project milestones

  • Payment terms, including retention and performance guarantees

  • Quality and safety compliance requirements

  • Variation orders and change management process

  • Penalties for delays, defects, or non-compliance

  • Dispute resolution process, including arbitration clauses

Template: Standard Subcontractor Agreement


📂 2. Variation Order Request Template

Used when subcontractors request changes in the scope, cost, or timeline of their work. This document ensures proper review and approval before modifications are made.

Contents include:

  • Detailed description of the change request

  • Justification for the variation

  • Cost and time impact analysis

  • Approval process by the project team, finance, and legal departments

  • Amended contract terms based on the approved variation

Template: Subcontractor Variation Order Form


📂 3. Subcontractor Monthly Performance Report Template

Used to track subcontractor work progress and compliance on a monthly basis. Submitted by the subcontractor and reviewed by the project team.

Contents include:

  • Work completed and progress against milestones

  • Safety incidents, HSE compliance status, and risk assessment

  • Inspection and quality control results

  • Financial status, including approved and pending invoices

  • Key challenges faced and mitigation strategies

Template: Monthly Subcontractor Performance Report


📂 4. Non-Compliance Report Template

Issued when a subcontractor fails to meet contractual obligations, safety requirements, or quality standards. This formal document serves as a record for corrective action.

Contents include:

  • Description of non-compliance issue

  • Site observations and incident details

  • Required corrective actions and deadlines

  • Potential penalties for continued non-compliance

  • Follow-up inspection requirements

Template: Subcontractor Non-Compliance Report


📂 5. Payment Request and Invoice Approval Template

Used by finance and procurement teams to verify subcontractor invoices before payment release. Ensures compliance with contract terms, tax regulations, and financial approvals.

Contents include:

  • Breakdown of completed and approved work

  • Supporting documents (inspection reports, milestone approvals, material submittals)

  • Invoice accuracy verification

  • Payment milestone approvals

  • Authorization from project and finance teams

Template: Subcontractor Payment Request Form


📂 6. Subcontractor Termination Notice Template

Used when a subcontractor is terminated due to non-performance, contract breaches, or project completion. This document ensures a structured exit process.

Contents include:

  • Justification for termination (contract breach, safety violations, non-performance, etc.)

  • Timeline for disengagement and demobilization

  • Final financial settlements, including outstanding payments or penalties

  • Handover of outstanding deliverables

  • Legal compliance and notice period enforcement

Template: Subcontractor Termination Notice


📂 7. Dispute Resolution and Claim Submission Template

When disputes arise between BEC Arabia and a subcontractor, this document formalizes the process to ensure that conflicts are resolved legally and fairly.

Contents include:

  • Issue details, including supporting evidence

  • Negotiation and mediation records

  • Financial claims or contractual disputes

  • Arbitration or legal actions required

  • Final resolution terms and settlements

Template: Subcontractor Dispute Resolution Form


Documentation and SharePoint Storage

All subcontractor-related documents must be securely stored in BEC Arabia’s SharePoint system to ensure accessibility, compliance, and data protection.

📂 Key Documents Stored in SharePoint

Document
Purpose
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Subcontractor Agreement Templates

Standard contracts for subcontractors

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Performance and Compliance Reports

Tracks subcontractor quality and progress

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Payment and Invoice Records

Ensures financial compliance before releasing payments

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Non-Compliance and Penalty Reports

Documents violations and corrective actions

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Dispute and Claim Resolution Files

Tracks subcontractor disputes and settlements

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Final Notes and Key Takeaways

  • All subcontractor agreements, reports, and compliance documents must be stored in SharePoint

  • All departments must use standardized templates to ensure consistency and reduce risk exposure

  • Variation orders and contract amendments require proper approvals before execution

  • Dispute resolution procedures must follow formal documentation and arbitration protocols

  • Subcontractor terminations must be conducted with structured exit planning and financial settlements

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