Preparing an offer can be expensive and time-consuming so before you start you should consider if you will be able to:
- deliver the requested scope of work
- meet the time, resourcing, technical and quality requirements
- meet any prequalification requirements outlined in the request - most construction contracts over $500,000 require contractors to be prequalified which involves a technical and financial assessment of your business
- comply with the contract conditions, for example, local industry participation and project bank account requirements
You will also need to:
- raise any queries with the contact person listed in the request documents early in the process
- remain aware of any addendums released through Tenders WA
- attend any site visits to become familiar with the site and existing conditions (attendance is recommended even when not mandatory)
Suppliers that have experienced a bankruptcy or insolvency event may not be eligible to tender for Department of Finance works-related contracts. More information on suppliers and insolvency can be found on the Qualify to build or consult on non-residential buildings page.
Submission requirements
You should get familiar with the submission requirements which are clearly stated in the request document – simple mistakes (such as exceeding the page limit, or failing to address a sub-criterion) can negatively impact how your offer is evaluated.
Ensure that you submit your completed offer by the due date and time as late offers will not be accepted.
Responding to qualitative criteria
When responding to qualitative criteria it is important that you provide all the information required in the request document. The evaluation panel will assess only the information you provide (unless the request allows us to refer to available information, such as any performance reports we have on record).
Information sessions
Supplier training, including information sessions on tendering for non-residential building projects, are available.
