Our Services
Full support for building industry employers and contractors across the Free State.
Tender Access
Members receive weekly tender information gathered from municipalities, government departments and private developers across the Free State. You get early notice of projects, closing dates and requirements, which gives you time to prepare competitive bids. This service is available to fully paid members only.
- Weekly tender notices
- Government and private projects
- Closing dates and requirements
- Members only
Safety (OHS)
Construction sites carry real risk. We help members stay compliant with the Occupational Health and Safety Act through weekly safety updates, guidance on site inspections, incident reporting and the latest legal changes. Our aim is to help you protect your workers and avoid penalties.
- Weekly safety updates
- Site inspection guidance
- Incident reporting support
- Legal change alerts
OHS Consulting
Our occupational health and safety consultants work with members to review site safety plans, carry out risk assessments and advise on compliance. Whether you run a small building firm or a large contractor operation, our team can help you build a safer workplace.
- Site safety plan reviews
- Risk assessments
- Compliance advice
- Support for all firm sizes
Contract Documents
Members can access standard building contracts, including JBCC and MBSA documents. Using the correct contract protects both the contractor and the client, sets clear payment terms and reduces disputes. We help members understand which contract suits each project.
- JBCC contracts
- MBSA contracts
- Clear payment terms
- Dispute reduction
FEM Registration
FEM, the Federated Employers Mutual, is the insurance company for the building industry. MBA FS members can register with FEM for workmen's compensation cover. Members with a clean claims record can earn rebates of up to 50 percent on their premiums. We guide members through registration and claims.
- Workmen's compensation cover
- Up to 50 percent premium rebate
- Registration guidance
- Claims support
Employee Benefits
We help members set up employee benefits that meet industry agreements. This includes the Provident Fund, Funeral cover and Builders Holiday payments. Offering these benefits helps members attract and keep skilled workers, and keeps employers compliant with the relevant bargaining council agreements.
- Provident Fund
- Funeral cover
- Builders Holiday payments
- Compliant with bargaining council