Description
Build rates from the resources behind them
A copied rate gives you a number. A proper build-up helps you understand where that number comes from.
The RIB Candy Master Library gives estimators and quantity surveyors a substantial starting point for developing project-specific resource-based rates instead of relying purely on historic or perceived market pricing.
Each build-up can be reviewed and adapted for location, construction method, resource costs, productivity and contract requirements.
Indicative resource pricing included
The library includes indicative resource prices in South African Rand, with the date of the latest update recorded against each price.
These prices are intended as a starting point only. Estimators should confirm and update resource pricing to reflect the applicable project, supplier, location and tender date.
What’s included
The library contains more than 11,000 activity and bill-item build-ups covering a broad range of building and civil work, including:
- Preliminaries
- Earthworks
- Concrete and formwork
- Reinforcing
- Brickwork and blockwork
- Roofing
- Carpentry and joinery
- Ceilings and drywalling
- Structural steel and metalwork
- Plasterwork and screeds
- Tiling
- Plumbing and drainage
- Electrical work
- Painting
- External works
- Roadworks, kerbs and paving
- Pipeline and civil works
- PC amounts, provisional and budget amounts
…and many more building trades and SANS 1200-based items.
Who is it for?
This workbook is particularly useful for:
RIB Candy knowledge required
The library is imported and used directly within RIB Candy and is intended for users who already understand how to work with Candy libraries and resource-based estimating.
If you are new to RIB Candy, training or course attendance is recommended before using the library.
Updates and support
The library will be continuously reviewed and updated, with future versions available for download at no additional cost.
Support is available on request. More involved assistance may attract an additional consulting fee.
Important to know
The library is designed to provide a practical estimating starting point — not a universal set of tender rates.
Every build-up should be checked and adapted to suit the specific project, location, construction methodology, productivity assumptions and current resource costs.
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Frequently asked questions
How many build-ups are included?
More than 11,000 activity and bill-item build-ups.
Does the library include prices?
Yes. Indicative resource prices are included in South African Rand, together with the date they were last updated.
Should I use the included prices as tender rates?
No. They should be reviewed and updated for your project, location, suppliers and current market conditions.
Which version of RIB Candy does it work with?
The library is intended for use with the latest version of RIB Candy.
How is the library installed?
It is imported directly through RIB Candy.
Do I need RIB Candy experience?
Yes. A working knowledge of RIB Candy is recommended. New users should consider training before using the library.
Are future updates included?
Yes. Updated versions will be made available for future download at no additional cost.
