Ripago Underground Mining Services

To general mining consultants for junior and mid tier mining companies contract and cost estimate requirements

A Helpful Alternative

First principles estimates, real mining costs as if the work had been tendered by an underground mining contractor

A Thorough Approach

30 years in underground mining operations, management and bid estimation

In-depth Industry Knowledge

Developing Cost Estimates, Bid Estimates and Contracts For Underground Mining

Ripago Underground Mining Services provides underground mining cost estimates, tender and draft contract preparation and bid estimates to mine owners, mining consultants and underground mining contractors. With 30 years in the underground mining industry, head consultant Richard Gorzkos offers independent, detailed and reliable advice. This assists Australian mining juniors and mine owners to make decisions in project planning and feasibility.

First Principles Underground Mining Cost Estimates

Ripago Underground Mining Services prides itself in developing underground mining cost estimates from first principles for scoping and feasibility studies as well as shadow estimates.

Contractor Bid Estimates

Ripago Underground Mining Services is able to assist with underground mining bid estimates, budget numbers, tender compilations and submissions.

Tender and Draft Contract Preparation

Ripago Underground Mining Services is able to prepare underground tender and contract documentation, manage the tendering process and undertake analysis of submissions through to recommendation of the contractor.

For Mine Owners

First principle underground mining cost estimates
Scoping study cost estimates
Feasibility study cost estimates - part of multi disciplinary team
Tender and draft contract documentation
Contract reviews prior to going out to tender
Shadow estimates at time of tender

For Mining Consultants

First principle underground mining cost estimates
Scoping study cost estimates
Feasibility study cost estimate - part of multi disciplinary team
Tender and draft contract documentation
Contract reviews prior to going out to tender
Shadow estimates at time of tender
Review of tenders

For Mining Contractors

We bring in expertise in underground mining costs, bid estimates and draft contract preparation to give you peace of mind

We provide detailed underground mining cost estimates

Niche specialisation over many years means depth of expertise and increased reliability
Cost estimates calculated from first principles, aligned to real mining costs and generated from the perspective as if the work had been tendered by an underground mining contractor
Cost estimates providing an independent assessment (as opposed to in-house calculations) and therefore credibility with lenders or third parties
Highlighting insights into the makeup of cost estimates and various data/productivity inputs, to guide your decisions going forward and help manage risk

We develop and assist you with your tender and contract preparation

Tender and contract draft documents aligned to your specific underground requirements helping to minimise legal fees
Well suited to take control of the whole tender process from preparation of tender and contract documents, managing the tendering period, site visits and analysis of submissions to recommendation of a preferred contractor
A “shadow tender” can be undertaken concurrently with the tender process to be used as a benchmark for comparative analysis of submitted rates, providing a ‘safety net’ for decision making
Smoothing the process between client and contractor
We bring in expertise in underground mine engineering to give you peace of mind

We assist contractors with their underground mining tender and bid estimates

Strong background in compilation and submission of tender pricing for underground mining work, we are able to price tenders, bid estimates and expressions of interest, having bid many projects for underground mining contractors
Provision of clients requests for indicative/budget numbers, leaving the contractors staff to focus on revenue generating work or putting their best efforts into tendering projects that are approved to commence

Richard has worked with me on numerous occasions helping me with my contractual and tendering needs. His proven experience within the industry regarding contractual and cost estimation has been invaluable for our tender processes and he has made me more aware and highlighted the importance or the need for clear contractual obligations understood by both parties. He understands the requirements of the contract and cost estimation process and clearly explained the process and issues that may arise. Which made things very easy for me. I would recommend Richard to any company seeking cost estimation or assistance with contractual obligations.

Richard has worked for PYBAR on a number of different tenders over the years, including filling in for me leading our entire tendering teams whilst i was seconded to another position for an extended period. Richard gets estimating and in addition has a wealth of operational knowledge in mining, a great combination to have. Being able to understand the key drivers in an estimate is essential to delivering the right price for your clients while ensuring you have your costs covered and risks addressed. Richard was successful on a number of tenders and his work output was of high quality and easily could be transferred into our systems to monitor our contract progress. I have also been on the other end of tenders where Richard was working for the client, which made the tender process efficient as both parties had an in depth understanding of how to construct an estimate, ensuring the best possible outcome for the project - which at the end of the day the contractor and client are after I would recommend Richard to anyone in need of estimating assistance or to run a tender from the client side.

Richard from RIPAGO was a pleasure to work with and completed all tasks asked of him in a timely and professional manner. His experience, knowledge and work ethic were beneficial in the budgeting and re forecasting process that we were undertaking at the time. This work assisted us greatly in better understanding the cost drivers for our business and the best path forward. I would not hesitate to utilise Richard again.

MineGeoTech engaged Richard for a recent Tier 1 project where he generated multiple underground cost estimations from first principles to provide reliable project financial evaluations. His extensive experience underpined a strong , thorough cost estimation model focused on accuracy and detail and covering the key cost drivers. By quickly modelling multiple scheduling options, his input allowed us to accurately model the effect of mining methods and scheduling rates on the project. This helped understand and mitigate project risks, provide the clarity to focus on potential solutions in a challenging mining environment. Richard provided a unique perspective, indepth knowledge and a great attitude, committed to providing the right solution. But most importantly his work was professional, easy to follow and highly regarded by our team.