Which steps should the workflow include?

Give each addendum an ID, date and reviewer. Link every changed file to its prior revision and list the estimate, scope, response and supplier actions affected.

Addenda workflow
StepOutputOwner
RegisterAddendum and file listDocument control
CompareChanged requirementsTechnical reviewer
RouteAffected action rowsBid manager
UpdateRevised response or estimateWorkstream owner
CloseFinal review recordBid lead

How should a changed source affect the bid?

Reopen every row that depends on the changed document. A revision to one drawing can affect quantity, supplier scope, returnables and the clarification log.

  • Document index
  • Scope and interface register
  • Takeoff and estimate
  • Supplier enquiries
  • Returnable and submission check

What is the final addenda sign-off?

The bid lead confirms that all received addenda were reviewed and the assembled submission uses the approved current files. This is a workflow check, not a legal interpretation.

Common questions

What else should the bid team know?

What should a bid addenda workflow record?

It should record the addendum, files, changed sources, affected actions, owners, updates and final review.

Who reviews a bid addenda workflow?

Document control registers it, while each technical, estimating and response owner closes affected rows.

Can this page replace the tender instructions?

No. The issued tender, its addenda and the responsible technical, commercial or legal reviewers control the final position.

Primary sources

  1. Commonwealth Procurement RulesAustralian Government Department of Finance
  2. Additional rules: request documentationAustralian Government Department of Finance
  3. The Construction PlaybookUK Cabinet Office
  4. FAR Part 15: Contracting by NegotiationAcquisition.gov