EPCIC

EPCIC stands for Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation, and Commissioning. It is a project delivery method used primarily in the energy, chemical, and infrastructure sectors, especially for complex capital projects such as offshore platforms, pipelines, LNG facilities, and large industrial plants. In an EPCIC contract, a single contractor or consortium takes responsibility for the full lifecycle of the project, from front-end engineering design through to procurement of materials, construction, on-site installation, and commissioning to ensure the facility operates as intended.

Scope and activities typically included are detailed engineering and design, procurement of equipment and services, fabrication and delivery of components, construction and on-site installation, integration of systems, pre-commissioning, commissioning, performance testing, and handover to the owner. The commissioning phase may involve start-up planning, system checks, safety validations, and ensuring that the facility meets specified performance criteria.

Compared with other delivery models, EPCIC combines elements of engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and commissioning into a single contract, providing a single point of accountability. This differs from EPC (which omits commissioning) and EPCM (where the client or separate contractors handle many engineering and management tasks). Risk allocation in EPCIC generally places substantial responsibility on the contractor for schedule, cost, quality, and performance, necessitating robust project management and interface coordination.

Regional use of the term varies, and some regions may employ similar models under different names. EPCIC remains popular for large, capital-intensive projects where turnkey delivery and coordinated commissioning are advantageous.