Frequently Asked Questions

SIA provides a range of technical and project management services, including: • Structural surveys and assessments; • Feasibility studies and project appraisals; • Concept development and planning; • Architectural and engineering design coordination; • Preparation of cost estimates and budgets; • Preparation of tender documents; • Procurement support and tender evaluation; • Contract administration; • Construction supervision and monitoring; • Certification of completed works; • Maintenance management of government properties.

SIA provides services mainly to government ministries, departments and agencies that do not have their own internal project implementation capacity. It may also provide support to other public entities where appropriate, including certain services to the Property Management Corporation.

SIA generally acts as the government’s technical/project management entity. It manages the project lifecycle, including design coordination, procurement, contractor appointment and supervision. Actual construction works are normally carried out by appointed contractors through government procurement procedures.

SIA may be involved in various government infrastructure projects, including: • Public buildings; • Government offices; • Schools and community facilities; • Housing-related infrastructure; • Drainage systems; • Retaining structures; • Rehabilitation and refurbishment works; • Government property maintenance; • Other National Project.

No. Certain sectors have specialised agencies or departments responsible for their infrastructure functions. For example, transport-related infrastructure responsibilities remain with relevant transport authorities, and specialised public enterprises may manage their own projects.

Yes. SIA provides contract administration and construction supervision services to monitor contractor performance, quality, compliance with specifications, progress and completion requirements.

Project priorities and government investment decisions involve relevant ministries and government planning and budget processes. The SIA supports these processes through technical assessments and project development advice.

Where complaints relate to government-owned properties or projects under SIA’s responsibility, SIA may undertake technical assessments, investigations and recommend appropriate corrective measures.

SIA’s primary mandate relates to government infrastructure and properties. Private property owners generally need to engage private consultants, engineers or other relevant authorities for private building assessments.

Contractors and consultants may participate in SIA-related procurement opportunities when tenders, expressions of interest or requests for proposals are advertised through official government procurement channels.