RIBA stage reference

Stage of Work

Description

A

Appraisal

Identification of client’s requirements and possible constraints on development.  Preparation of studies to enable the client to decide whether to proceed and to select the probable procurement method.

B

Strategic Briefing

Preparation of Strategic Brief, by or on behalf of the client, confirming key requirements and constraints. 
Identification of procedures, organisational structure and range of consultants and others to be engaged for the project.

C

Outline Proposal

Commence development of Strategic Brief into full Project Brief. 
Preparation of outline proposals and estimate cost. 
Review of procurement route.

D

Detailed Proposals

Complete development of Project Brief.
Preparation of Detailed Proposals.
Application for full Development Control approval.

E

Final Proposals

Preparation of Final Proposals for the project sufficient for co-ordination of all components and elements of the project.

F

Production Information

F1: Preparation of production information in sufficient detail to enable a tender or
tenders to be obtained.

F2: Preparation of further production information required under the building contract.

G

Tender Documents

Preparation and collation of tender documentation in sufficient detail to enable a tender or tenders to be obtained.

H

Tender Action

Identification and evaluation of potential Tenderers.
Obtaining and appraising tenders.

J

Mobilisation

Letting the building contract, appointing the contractor.
Issuing of production information to the contractor.
Arranging site hand-over to the contractor.

K

Construction to Practical Completion

Administration of the building contract up to
and including practical completion.

L

After Practical Completion

Administration of the building contract after practical completion.
Making final inspections and setting the final account.