CIDB Contractor Registration Guide (Act 520)
Explore financial capacity grades G1 to G7, SPKK capital requirements for government tenders, and the full statutory schedule of 132 construction specialization codes in Malaysia.
1. Certificate of Registration (PPK)
Basic statutory registration under the Construction Industry Development Board Act 1994 (Act 520). Mandatory for any contractor undertaking construction works in both private and public sectors.
2. Government Work Procurement Certificate (SPKK)
Required specifically for contractors wishing to participate in government procurement tenders and quotations. Mandates higher paid-up capital thresholds than basic private registration.
3. Bumiputera Status Certificate (STB)
Issued by Bahagian Pembangunan Kontraktor dan Usahawan (BPKU) via the CIDB portal, qualifying contractors for dedicated Bumiputera government tender allocations.
CIDB Tender Capacity & Capital Thresholds (G1 – G7)
Based on Act 520 statutory schedules and Sijil Perolehan Kerja Kerajaan (SPKK) registration criteria.
| Grade | Tender Capacity (Max Project Value) | Min. Paid-Up Capital (Private) | Min. Paid-Up Capital (SPKK Gov) | Contractor Scale | Tender Filter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G1 | Up to RM 200,000 | RM 5,000 | RM 10,000 | Small | Tender G1 |
| G2 | Up to RM 500,000 | RM 25,000 | RM 50,000 | Small | Tender G2 |
| G3 | Up to RM 1,000,000 | RM 50,000 | RM 100,000 | Small | Tender G3 |
| G4 | Up to RM 3,000,000 | RM 150,000 | RM 300,000 | Medium | Tender G4 |
| G5 | Up to RM 5,000,000 | RM 250,000 | RM 500,000 | Medium | Tender G5 |
| G6 | Up to RM 10,000,000 | RM 500,000 | RM 1,000,000 | Large | Tender G6 |
| G7 | Unlimited Value (Tiada Had Nilai) | RM 750,000 | RM 1,500,000 | Large | Tender G7 |
4 Primary Categories & 132 CIDB Specialization Codes
Every government construction tender notice specifies one or more mandatory specialization codes for qualification.
Category B — Bangunan
Total registered specializations: 29 codes
Category CE — Kejuruteraan Awam (Civil)
Total registered specializations: 43 codes
Category F — Fasiliti
Total registered specializations: 2 codes
Category ME — Mekanikal & Elektrikal
Total registered specializations: 58 codes
Key Requirements for CIDB Registration & Upgrades
Qualified Technical Personnel
The company must employ accredited technical personnel (e.g. holders of Engineering/Architecture Degree or Diploma, or CIDB Competency Certificates) appropriate to the applied grade.
Financial Records & Capital Verification
Verify paid-up capital adequacy through the latest 3 consecutive months of company bank statements or relevant SSM registration documents.
CCD Points (Continuous Contractor Development)
For certificate renewals, contractors must accumulate sufficient CCD points through verified attendance in seminars, technical workshops, and CIDB training programs.
CIDB SCORE Certification
Contractor capability and performance rating (1 to 5 Stars), frequently demanded as a pre-qualification prerequisite in large-scale government projects (G5, G6, G7).
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