3.7  Refining the PSC during the bidding process

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

In general, the PSC should only be refined 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.