6.3.2  Refining the PSC during the RFP Phase

The PSC should be finalised as part of the development of the RFP documentation and before RFP release.

In general, the PSC should be refined only after release of the RFP if the scope of the project changes or it becomes apparent that a significant component has been mispriced or omitted.  If a RFP response demonstrates a more efficient delivery method than that identified by the project team in constructing the PSC, the PSC should not be changed to reflect the alternative delivery method.

Government approval is often required for any major amendments to the approved PSC after the RFP process begins.