Delay Dispute Cases: Comparative Analysis and Claimed Value Prediction Model

Construction project delays are a common issue faced by the industry worldwide, leading to disputes among project stakeholders and generating additional costs. This study analyzes construction project delay disputes, using randomly selected litigated cases of delayed construction projects from Kuwait. Data from 40 real delay dispute cases obtained from the Department of Experts at the Ministry of Justice in Kuwait were analyzed, and a multilinear regression model was developed to predict the claimed value resulting from delay disputes, which could be a crucial aspect in determining legal system fees and project cost estimations. The study compared real case dispute analysis with those previously published. The results of the study revealed that the most common source of delay disputes is those between the client and contractor, forming about 75% of the total delay disputes cases and 97% of claimed values. Additionally, the findings showed that there are significant differences between the real-world causes of delay disputes and previous research results on the topic. The findings highlight the importance of understanding the causes of construction project delays and improving project cost estimation during the tendering process. This research has practical implications for stakeholders in the construction industry who are aiming to minimize the negative impacts of project delays and disputes, and effectively manage delay conflicts in the future. (c) 2023 American Society of Civil Engineers.