Security of Payment for Fortitude Valley Subcontractors
If you’re a subcontractor or tradie working on construction projects in Fortitude Valley, you’re protected by Queensland’s Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017 — the QLD BIF Act. Whether you’re working on a residential development, a commercial fit-out, or a civil project in Fortitude Valley or the surrounding Brisbane area, you have a legal right to recover unpaid invoices fast.
Your Rights Under the QLD BIF Act
The QLD BIF Act gives Fortitude Valley subcontractors and tradies:
- The right to serve a formal payment claim on the head contractor or principal
- A legally enforced response deadline of 15 business days for a payment schedule
- Access to fast adjudication — a binding decision in 10 business days
- Enforcement rights through the courts if the determination isn’t paid
There is no dollar limit on claims. Whether you’re owed ,000 or 00,000, the process is the same.
How PayClaim Works for Fortitude Valley Tradies
- Start online: Five-minute claim form from anywhere in Fortitude Valley or greater Brisbane.
- Payment claim prepared: We draft a BIF Act-compliant payment claim and serve it on the head contractor.
- Adjudication if needed: We manage the full adjudication process if the claim is disputed.
- Get paid: Most claims resolved in 10–15 business days.
Flat fee. No lawyers. Start your free claim today.