Pre-qualification does not mean guaranteed work, but it may provide potential access to tender opportunities which may not be available to others.

Pre-qualification is generally used for:

• Professional service contractors who carry out the design and management functions of projects to meet agency requirements
• Construction contractors who contract with agencies to carry out physical building and construction work.

Pre-qualification for building and construction projects, includes major and minor building construction projects, building maintenance, property services and government accommodation.

Applying for Pre-qualification

Building & Construction

Pre-qualification for building and construction projects can be completed through the Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT).

To be pre-qualified, companies will need to demonstrate the experience, capacity, resources and management systems and necessary skills to complete the work.

You can apply for pre-qualification at any time on the DIT Website.

Other Departments & Sectors

SA Water have pre-qualification arrangements in place. Please see the SA Water Tenders & Contracts page for more details.