How do I make a payment schedule under SOPA in Victoria?
Last reviewed July 5, 2026
Prepare a payment schedule by stating the amount you're claiming and the work done. Include reasons for withholding payment if needed. Send it to the other party within the timeframe in your contract and under SOPA.
Key points
- State the claimed amount and work completed.
- Include reasons for withholding payment.
- Send within the contract timeframe.
Under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act in Victoria, you must respond to a payment claim with a payment schedule. This document needs to clearly outline your response, including any disputes or reasons for not paying the full amount. Meeting the deadlines in your contract is important to avoid issues.
How Alloovium helps
Alloovium can help you pull relevant contract details and track deadlines for creating payment schedules.
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General information for Australian construction professionals — not legal advice. Verify jurisdiction-specific requirements with the relevant regulator.