Pre Contract Stage in Construction: Tender Documents, BOQ Preparation in Dubai, UAE

Budget Estimate

At a very early stage of the design process, after discussions with the Client and the design team, a Preliminary Budget Estimate is prepared and submitted for the project. This will be the basis for finalising the project and cost & budget control.

Procurement Route

Another major service provided is to advise the Client on suitable Contract / Procurement route. The pros and cons of each route are highlighted to enable the Client to make an informed decision.

Tender Documents

Once the design is finalised, the Tender Document comprising the following will be prepared

  • Instructions to Tenders
  • Conditions of Contract
  • Agreement
  • Pricing Instructions
  • Form of Tender
  • Form of Tender Bond
  • Form of Performance Guarantee
  • Bill of Quantities

The detailed BOQ is priced to update the Preliminary Budget Estimate.

Once the Tender is floated, any queries by the Tenderers are answered.

Tender Analysis Report

On receipt of the Tenders, a detailed analysis is carried out and a report submitted to enable the Client to select and appoint the suitable Contractor to execute the Works. Exclusions, qualifications, etc. by the various Tenderers, discrepancies in rates quoted, recommended final value to be agreed with the Tenderer(s) through negotiations, etc. will be clearly identified in the Report.

Pre Contract Services

  • Bills of Quantities Preparation
  • Bill Share Programming and Management
  • Estimating Support and Cost Planning
  • Cash Flow Forecasts
  • Tender Review and Analysis
  • Procurement Advise, Selection and Management
  • Contract Advise, Drafting and Selection
  • Contract Negotiation and Execution
  • Activity and Material Scheduling and Appraisals
  • Planning
  • Bid Management Support