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Boundary Security & Perimeter Steel Fence Replacement (180m)
Per Victorian Department of Education PAL policy (Procuring Low-value Construction): works valued between $75,001 and $150,000 are school-managed and require at least 3 written quotes, AIMS upload, and School Council endorsement before contracts are signed.
Project Brief
- Remove and dispose of approx. 180 metres of damaged old chain-link fencing.
- Install 1.8m high black steel security fencing along the school boundary.
- Install 4 standard pedestrian access gates with child-safe latches.
- Install 2 double gates for grounds maintenance and mower access.
- Dig and pour solid concrete post footings across the entire run.
- Tidy up and repair any grass or garden edges disturbed during installation.
Next Steps Checklist
- Obtain minimum 3 written supplier quotes (fixed price, 7–30 day validity) covering the agreed work brief.
- Upload all quotes to AIMS (Asset Management Information System) with work-order documentation.
- Use the Department Simple Works Contract template for the preferred quote — never use supplier terms.
- Do NOT pay any deposit. Pay only against certified progress payment claims under Clause 16.
- Have School Council formally endorse preferred quote; record endorsement in official School Council minutes.
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From description to quotes in 3 steps
1. Describe or photograph the works
No construction engineering jargon needed. Type a plain-English description or upload site photos. EduProcure translates informally worded requests into trade-ready project briefs with clear aims and context.
2. Automated PAL & VSBA policy guidance
Eliminate uncertainty before approaching contractors. EduProcure provides guidance for your threshold ($5k–$75k single quote vs $75k–$150k multi-quote) and highlights works requiring VSBA consultation (such as ramps or >$150k).
3. Get quotes with confidence
Receive clear guidance for quotes: a trade-ready work brief, relevant procurement policy guidance, process checklist, and discovered local trade options with school experience.
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Built to remove administrative burden from School Business Managers and eliminate procurement compliance risk.
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Unlimited projects, work briefs, and revisions for any Victorian public school.
- Zero subscription or setup fees
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Pure integrity. We never take kickbacks, referral cuts, or inflate supplier quotes.
- 100% independent advisory tool
- No trade commissions or referral fees
- Uninflated, direct quotes from trades
- Freedom to engage any local contractor
PAL & Audit Guidance
Supports School Councils and SBMs with clear procurement guidance.
- Clear 3-quote guidance for $75k–$150k
- Ramp & DDA automatic safety net
- Simple Works Contract guidelines
- Clause 16: Zero deposit guidance
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