10 Documents typically included in a construction tender

1. Notice to tenderers

Provides the information that tenderers require to prepare and lodge a tender.

2. Conditions of tendering

Provides details about the information that should accompany the tender, the details for lodging tenders and the matters that will be taken into account when considering tenders.

3. General conditions of contract

Where a standard form building contract is proposed a copy of the building contract does not usually need to be included with the tender documents. It is sufficient to nominate the contract that will be used and advise the tenderers how to obtain or view a copy of the contract.

7. Tender schedules

Includes all schedules that are to be completed and submitted with the tender. Such schedules could

include current commitments, rates, relevant information on proposed ‘particular persons’ and on

separate contracts

8. Technical specifications

The main specification and any separate technical specifications for the project prepared by specialist

consultants must be included.

Technical schedules

These include doors, hardware, windows, sanitary fittings, electrical fittings, furniture and so on.

9. Drawings

The drawings for the project must be included, with proper reference to their issue numbers, in numerical

order, including all specialist consultants’ drawings.

10. Bills of quantities (if applicable)

Where applicable, bills of quantities should also be included, together with clear direction regarding

pricing (if required) and the status of bills under the contract.