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Tendering in NZ Construction: Open, Selective, and Negotiated
There are three main tendering methods used in NZ construction: open, selective, and negotiated. Understanding which one you are in, and how your submission will be evaluated, changes how you should price and what you focus on.
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NZS 3604: What the Biggest Update in 15 Years Means for NZ Construction
NZS 3604 is getting its biggest overhaul in 15 years. Public consultation closed 8 September 2026 and the revised standard is expected by early 2027. Here is what is changing, why it matters, and what it means for anyone pricing or building in New Zealand.
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When Retention Is Overdue: What You Can Do About It
If you missed last week’s Quick Take, we covered what a retention is, how it is calculated under NZS 3910, and what the Construction Contracts (Retention Money) Amendment Act 2023 changed for commercial contracts. You can read that article here.…
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Study Quantity Surveying Online: A Practical Guide for NZ Construction Professionals
Want to study quantity surveying online without stopping work? This guide covers what online QS training actually involves, what you’ll learn, and how NZES does it differently.
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Retention Money in NZ Construction: What It Is and How to Get It Back
What is retention money in NZ construction, how is it calculated, when is it released, and what did the 2023 law change for commercial contractors? A practical guide.
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