What are the advantages and disadvantages of EPC Contract?

Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contracts (or turnkey construction contracts) for complex infrastructure projects. This form of contract sets out the relationship between the owner and the contractor for the provision of professional or technical services. Under an EPC contract, the principal or owner enters into a contract with the EPC contractor, who will, in turn, enter into various subcontracts with subcontractors for the performance of specified portions of work. They will be responsible for not only the engineering aspects of the project,but also procurement of equipment and design and construction of the facility, plant project.

This Contract arrangement also benefits contractors who will have more control over the design and selection of subcontractors. While contractors accept more risk with the coordination of the design, they can act more efficiently to lower construction costs.