Retention Calculator
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Formula used
Retention held = application value × retention percentage, capped where a contract retention cap is entered.
Example
A £100,000 application at 3% retention holds £3,000. Net before VAT is £97,000.
Important note
Retention rules vary by contract. Check the contract percentage, cap, release milestones and VAT/payment basis.