The difference between a prime cost sum and a provisional sum
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Is PC for a specific element? It seems that it does not match the Home Building Contract?
It is for a specific element of the works. This is a term used in the UK, it may be that definitions / contract terms are different in other countries.
That's so vague
As with all construction terms, the exact definition will depend on the contract that is being used.
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