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the following facts, the total sum of the Architects' estimates together with various extras ordered by the
Government that may be considered legitimate extras
amount to $648.185.28, as compared with the actual cost
of $983.194.91 to complete the building for occupation.
I have omitted Architects' fees from these
figures which were included in the published Report.
It will be noted there is an excess of about 50% (and the Clock Tower is incomplete) which, I again
submit, is out of all reason, as previously pointed out
under Clause 8.
As regards the comment re foundations I think
it will be found that the cost was asked for in the first
instance, vis:- in the "Conditions of Competition" and
the estimate of the Architects included the cos: of such.
With respect to the concrete and asphalte
basement, will you kindly peruse Clause 6 (a)
Clause 4 The inadequacy of the Bill of
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Quantities.
I have explained under Clause 8 the nature
of the Bill of Quantities prepared by the Architects
and the inadequacy thereof.
As regards the comment re the cost of brick-
work to support the roof, I submit it is not worth
considering, as steel trusses, etc., which would have
cost much more, were omitted from the Contract.
With respect to the comment re excess due