# Why Standard Contracts Fail on Data Centres (And What Needs to Change) (EP 269)

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Podcast: [Own The Build](https://stenobird.com/podcast/own-the-build-3544855)
Published: 2026-06-01T04:00:00+00:00
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In this episode, Paul is joined by Alex Kozikowska, solicitor at Vinci, to explore a fast-growing but often misunderstood area of construction: Why data centre projects break traditional contract thinking. With experience across contractors, consultants and in-house legal teams, Alex brings a practical perspective on how these highly complex, MEP-driven projects are exposing the limitations of standard forms like JCT, NEC and even FIDIC. The conversation unpacks what actually makes data centr...

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