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This document details how the Builders Prequalification Scheme operates, including:

• prequalification levels
• prequalification minimum criteria
• prequalification terms and conditions
• spot checks of subcontractor payment performance
• the Aboriginal and regional building contractor project specific upgrade program
• the application and evaluation process
• suspension, cancellation or change of prequalification level or status
• appeals
• un-editable application form

An editable form for contractors to complete when applying for or renewing prequalification with the Department of Finance. Refer to the Builders Prequalification Scheme for information on how the scheme works and eligibility requirements prior to submitting an application.

The Aboriginal and regional contractors project specific upgrade program is designed to increase opportunities for Aboriginal and regional contractors to work on Department of Finance construction contracts.

Refer to the Builders Prequalification Scheme information pack for information on how the scheme works and eligibility requirements prior to submitting an application. 
 

Business risk assessment for prequalification and tender evaluations

The Department is committed to continuously improving its processes and reducing red tape for industry.

From 22 May 2020 as part of the COVID19 response to expedite business risk assessments of contractors during a procurement process, the Department of Finance may rely on elements of a previous business risk assessment that has been completed in the last six months where it considers it appropriate to do so.

From 1 December 2019 prequalified builders will:

(a) be reviewed to ensure they continue to meet the prequalification financial requirements, each time financial checks are done for a tender. Accordingly, the routine annual financial reviews will no longer be required
(b) deeds of guarantee will be sought (where applicable) to cover the term of prequalification rather than on a project-by-project basis.