Contracts for construction works and professional services
Select the correct contract template when contracting for professional services and works.
If you have any issues with these documents, email eis.procurement@education.govt.nz.
- Construction or building works contracts
- Consultancy services contracts
- Project management contracts
- 10 Year Property Plan contracts
Construction or building works contracts
Updates and frequently asked questions
The process for Ministry-led Major Construction Works Contracts was updated 1 August 2017.
All Ministry-led Major Construction Works Contracts initiated after 1 August 2017 must follow the new contract process.
For a summary of changes see:
Changes were made on 14 December 2016.
For a summary of changes see:
Changes were made on 17 October 2016.
For a summary of the changes see:
For answers to commonly asked questions, see:
Minor Works Contract
Contract value (ex. GST and disbursements): $5,000 to $50,000.
The Minor Works Contract can be used for low value building works or infrastructure (consented and non-consented), including repair, refurbishment and interior fit out.
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| Guidance Note - Minor Works Contract [PDF, 114 KB] | Refer to these notes when completing the template. |
| Template - Minor Works Contract (School-led projects) [DOC, 129 KB] | Use this template when drafting a Minor Works Contract for a school-led project. |
| Template - Minor Works Contract (Ministry-led projects) [DOC, 123 KB] | Use this template when drafting a Minor Works Contract for a Ministry-led project. |
Medium Works Contract
Contract value (ex. GST and disbursements): $50,000 to $500,000.
The Medium Works Contract can be used for medium-value building works or infrastructure (consented and non-consented), including demolition, repair, refurbishment, remediation, and interior fit out.
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| Guidance Note - Medium Works Contract [PDF, 140 KB] | Refer to these notes when completing the template. |
| Template - Medium Works Contract (School-led projects) [DOC, 409 KB] | Use this template when drafting a Medium Works Contract for a school-led project. |
| Template - Medium Works Contract (Ministry-led projects) [DOC, 403 KB] | Use this template when drafting a Medium Works Contract for a Ministry-led project. |
Major Works Contract
Contract value (ex. GST and disbursements): Above $500,000.
The Major Construction Works Contract can be used for major building works or infrastructure (consented and non-consented), including demolition, new build, repair, refurbishment, remediation and interior fit out.
This contract is based on the construction industry standard NZS 3910:2013 contract with Ministry Special Conditions.
The following documentation should be referred to when initiating your Major Works Contract.
Be aware the templates and guidance differs for School-led projects and Ministry-led projects.
School-led Major Works Contracts
School-led Major Works contract and guidance
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| Guidance Note - Major Works Contract [PDF, 153 KB] | Refer to these notes when completing the template. |
| Template - Major Works Contract (School-led projects) [DOC, 1.1 MB] | Use this template when drafting a Major Works Contract for a school-led project. |
Further guidance for School-led projects
Any queries raised by the Board in relation to the terms and conditions of this Major Works Contract and its use should be directed in the first instance to the School Property Advisor.
If legal assistance is required, the School Property Advisor will provide guidance on obtaining legal advice through the New Zealand School Trustees Association.
Ministry-led Major Works Contracts
Ministry-led Major Works contract and guidance
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| Guidance Note - Major Works Contract [PDF, 153 KB] | Refer to these notes when completing the template. |
| Template - Major Works Contract (Ministry-led projects) [DOC, 1 MB] | Use this template when drafting a Major Works Contract for a Ministry-led project. |
Ministry-led Major Works Contract administration process documentation
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| Process Diagram - Capital Works process for Major Works contracts [PDF, 1.3 MB] | This diagram maps out the process steps from initiation of the contract up to execution of the contract. Please refer to this diagram when initiating a Major Works Contract for a Ministry-led project (when drafting Procurement Plan). |
| Guidance Notes - Capital Works process for Major Works contracts [PDF, 467 KB] | These notes provide guidance on each process step outlined in the above process diagram. Refer to these notes when initiating a Major Works Contract for a Ministry-led project (when drafting Procurement Plan). |
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Contract Information Sheet – Major Works Contract [DOCX, 93 KB] |
Use this Contract Information Sheet when instruction EIS Legal to draft a contract for you to include with the tender documents. Provide as much information as you can. |
| Template - Major Works Construction Contract Tags Table [DOC, 82 KB] | This template is included in the standard RFT template and must be include in the tender documents when releasing an RFT to GETS. |
| Checklist Template - Major Works Contract Completion [DOC, 138 KB] | Complete this checklist once you have compiled a Major Works Contract for a Ministry-led project. |
| Request Form - Major Works Contract Execution [DOC, 123 KB] | Complete this form when requesting Ministry execution of a Major Works Contract for a Ministry-led project. |
| Overview - Compilation and Execution of Ministry-led Major Works Construction Contracts [PDF, 485 KB] | Refer to these notes when compiling a Major Works Contract for a Ministry-led project. |
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Refer to this content list when compiling the schedules for a Major Works Contract for a Ministry-led project. |
For any queries relating to contract administration for Ministry-led projects, contract process, guidance and/ or templates, please email EIS.ContractAdmin@education.govt.nz.
Consultancy services contracts
Short Form Agreement for Consultant Engagement
Contract value: Up to $50,000.
This contract is suitable for low-complexity technical advisory work and low design element and risk. For example, Geotechnical reports and structural reviews
- MOE Short Form Agreement for Consultant Engagement - Template [DOC, 495 KB]
- MOE Short Form Model Conditions of Engagement [PDF, 597 KB]
- MOE Short Form Agreement for Consultant Services - Guidance Note [DOC, 274 KB]
Conditions of Contract for Consultancy Services
Contract value: $50,000 to $500,000.
This contract is suitable for medium to high-complexity consultancy services. For example, engineering, quantity surveying, or architectural services.
- MOE Form of Agreement for Consultancy Services [DOC, 461 KB]
- MOE Conditions of Contract for Consultancy Services [PDF, 295 KB]
- MOE Conditions of Contract for Consultancy Services - Guidance Note [DOC, 284 KB]
- MOE Conditions of Contract for Consultancy Services IIA and IIB [PDF, 75 KB]
Project management contracts
Condition of Contract for Project Management Services
Contract value: Under $50,000.
This contract is suitable for project management services, separate from any other advisory work.
- MOE Conditions of Contract (under $50K) - Guidance Note [DOC, 266 KB]
- MOE Project Management Specification of Services (under $50K) [DOC, 272 KB]
- MOE Contract Template (under $50K) [DOC, 337 KB]
- MOE Short Form Model Conditions of Engagement [PDF, 597 KB]
10 Year Property Plan contracts
10YPP Services
This contract is for the preparation of a school’s 10YPP, specifically for the services of a 10YPP Consultant (Property Planner).
- 10YPP Request for Quotation (RFQ) [DOC, 364 KB]
- 10YPP Specification [DOC, 4.3 MB]
- MOE Short Form Model Conditions of Engagement [PDF, 597 KB]
10YPP Standard Contract
This contract is for the preparation of a school’s 10YPP, specifically for the services of a 10YPP Consultant (Property Planner).
- MOE Short Form Agreement for Consultant Engagement - Template [DOC, 495 KB]
- MOE Short Form Model Conditions of Engagement [PDF, 597 KB]
- MOE Short Form Agreement for Consultant Services - Guidance Note [DOC, 274 KB]
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