There are several Standard Forms of Contract used across the world. The most used in Mauritius are the FIDIC Conditions of Contract, the JCT, the East African Model, the World Bank Standards Conditions of Contract, among others.

CIA being mandated to develop Standard Forms of Construction Agreements and Contracts has developed a model Contract for Minor Works to help those who are embarking on small construction projects as well as SME Contractors to have a handy form of contract that they can use to specify the rights, obligations, and duties of both parties to the contract.

This Model Contract is different from common Conditions of Contract in the sense that it is simpler, user-friendly, and avoids the use of too many complex terms and legal jargons. It has been drafted by professional staff of the CIA. CIA intends to develop other Standard Forms of Contract for the Construction Sector.