The Singapore Infrastructure Dispute-Management Protocol (SIDP) 2018 sets out a carefully-tailored procedure for the appointment and involvement of a Dispute Board (DB) to assist in the effective management of differences or disputes that may arise in the context of mega construction or infrastructure projects.

The SIDP is designed and recommended for construction or infrastructure projects of more than S$500m in value, and can be easily incorporated into any construction or infrastructure contract using the standard clause provided in the Appendix.

It is strongly recommended that the SIDP be adopted from the start of the project, as a collaborative tool, to enable early and efficient resolution of differences and disputes.

The SIDP provides parties with the flexibility to opt for a DB comprising one, two or three expert professionals depending on the complexity and needs of the project. The members of the DB can be selected by agreement of the parties or failing such agreement, they may be appointed by the Authorised Appointing Body (as defined in the SIDP).

For more information on the SIDP, please refer to the websites of the Authorised Appointing Bodies:

• The Singapore International Mediation Centre (SIMC); and

• The Singapore Mediation Centre (SMC).

A copy of the SIDP is available at these websites.