Government Architect's Strategy and Design Prequalification Scheme

### 🏗️ Government Architect's Strategy and Design Prequalification Scheme (SCM0801) The **Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure** is inviting applications for the **SCM0801 Prequalification Scheme**. This initiative is designed to create a panel of expert consultants to provide high-level advice on strategic planning, design quality, and innovation within the built environment for NSW Government agencies and statutory corporations. #### 📋 Scope of Services Successful applicants will be prequalified to provide services across two primary streams: * **Strategy:** Including project initiation, governance, business case development, financial/economic analysis, stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and Aboriginal cultural engagement. * **Design:** Including Architecture, Urban Design, Landscape Architecture, and support for Emerging Practices (firms established <10 years). #### 🔑 Key Requirements * **Evidence-Based:** Applicants must provide three project examples and three referee reports for each capability selected. * **Professional Standards:** Specific registration requirements apply for Architecture and Landscape Architecture roles. * **Insurance:** Successful providers must maintain at least $10 million in Public Liability Insurance. * **Contractual Compliance:** Applicants must agree to the Infrastructure Advisory short or long-form contracts depending on engagement value. #### 🚀 Why Apply? This scheme streamlines the procurement process for government projects, aligning with NSW Treasury Gateway Review requirements. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and assessed quarterly, offering a continuous opportunity for firms to secure government work. **Keywords:** *NSW Government, Architecture, Urban Design, Strategic Planning, Prequalification, Infrastructure Advisory, Built Environment, SCM0801.*