Single Stage Tendering

Question 1

What is single stage tendering?

Answer 1

• Process whereby ITT docs are issued to tenderers to submit a complete and final tender in response to a project’s requirements and specifications.

Question 2

What are the key advantages of single stage tendering?

Answer 2

• The employer benefits from a competitive tendering process which can lead to more competitive pricing.
• The employer can benefit from a fixed price through this tendering process (more cost certainty).

Question 3

What are the disadvantages of single stage tendering?

Answer 3

• Lack of buildability input from contractor (at point of tender).
• The price is only as good as the design information.
• Contractors may be unwilling to tender in a good economic climate (too much competition).

Question 4

If you had a £25m new build project under design and build procurement (single stage), how long would you allow for the tender period?

Answer 4

• Typically 10-12 weeks would be reasonable but it is largely dependent on the complexity of the project.