The government is committed to the development of standard processes and documentation for infrastructure initiatives. The development and appropriate use of standard contract clauses is a means of delivering value for money. The objectives of standardization are to:
• reduce the period and costs of negotiation;
• promote a common understanding of the major risks in various procurement approaches; and
• provide a consistent approach to procurement.
It is recognized that there needs to be flexibility in the negotiation of terms and conditions, particularly for complex procurements, where a "one-size-fits-all" approach is inappropriate. For this reason, standard contract clauses may need to be supplemented by specific contract clauses where necessary.
Recognizing the need for work in this area, PIR, in consultation with other ministries, government agencies and key stakeholders, intends to develop standard documentation to support ministries/agencies, municipalities and broader public-sector partners at every stage of the infrastructure procurement process. Products will include standard templates for Requests For Expressions of Interest (RFEI), Requests For Qualifications (RFQ), Requests For Bids/Proposals (RFB/P), risk management materials and vendor contracts.