Turnkey Shopfitting means one contractor coordinates the whole project and every trade, from design and approvals to handover, under a single contract. Send one request and independent contractors reply with availability and prices.
Describe your project once to get turnkey shopfitting quotes.
Request a Shopfitting QuoteWhat It Includes
- Project management. One point of contact, programme and site meetings.
- Design and approvals. Drawings and landlord submissions.
- All trades. Builders, ceilings, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and flooring.
- Fixtures. Manufacture and install of all shopfittings.
- Snagging and handover. Defects list, cleaning and a ready-to-trade store.
Who It Suits
Brands without in-house project managers, franchise roll-outs, and owners who want one contract and one accountable party.
Fittings, Materials and Finishes
- Specification. Usually set by your brand guide or the contractor's design.
- Building work. Drywall, ceilings, screeds and flooring.
- Services. Electrical, data, air-conditioning and fire detection.
- Fixtures. Joinery, metalwork, glass and signage.
How It Works
- Brief and budget. Scope, budget and opening date agreed.
- Design and costing. Drawings and a fixed or itemised price.
- Approvals. Landlord and, where required, municipal submissions.
- Build. Trades sequenced on site, fixtures made off site.
- Handover. Snag list closed out and keys returned.
Turnkey Shopfitting Prices
Ballpark prices so you can sanity-check a quotation.
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Turnkey retail fit-out | R5,000 - R18,000 per m² |
| Project management fee (if itemised) | 8% - 15% of the contract value |
| Small store, 50 - 100 m² | R350,000 - R1.5 million |
| Franchise store to brand spec | R600,000 - R3 million+ |
Prices JUST UPDATED. Indicative ballpark figures in rand, rounded and excluding VAT. They reflect typical South African market rates for this kind of work. They are not our prices or quotations, and no contractor is bound by them. Confirm VAT, delivery, installation and what each quotation includes.
Get prices for your project rather than a range. Send one request, with no obligation.
Request a Shopfitting QuoteWhat Affects the Price
- Scope of trades. HVAC, plumbing and fire work add the most.
- Design responsibility. Contractor-led design costs more than building to your drawings.
- Programme. Fast-track and after-hours work raise labour costs.
- Contingency. Check what is fixed price and what is provisional.
What Affects Lead Time
- Approvals. Landlord and municipal sign-off sets the start date.
- Long-lead items. HVAC units, shopfront glass and imported finishes.
- Trade availability. Sub-contractor schedules in busy periods.
What to Send for an Accurate Quote
- Store type, floor area and city.
- Which trades you need included.
- Whether you have drawings or need design.
- Brand guide or franchise manual.
- Target opening date and budget.
Drawings and photos can be shared with the contractor you choose once you are in contact.
Turnkey Shopfitting FAQs
What does turnkey mean in shopfitting?
One contractor takes responsibility for the whole project, including design, trades, fixtures and handover.
Is turnkey more expensive?
The fee for management is built in, but it often saves money on coordination and delays.
Who handles mall approvals?
In a turnkey contract the contractor usually prepares and submits the drawings for your approval first.
Can I fix the price?
Ask for a fixed price on a clear scope, with provisional sums listed separately.
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Shopfitting South Africa sends your turnkey shopfitting request to suitable contractors, so you can compare prices and lead times before you commit.
Shopfitting South Africa is a quote-matching service. We do not design, manufacture or install fittings, and we do not employ installation teams or own factories. Work is quoted and carried out by independent contractors, and your agreement is with the one you choose. Get a written quotation with drawings, finishes and a programme before you pay a deposit.
Turnkey Shopfitting. Describe what you need once and get the best quote, fast.
Request a Shopfitting QuoteGet the Best Quote, Fast
Keep it brief. Give your city, the service, the type of premises and its rough size. With your consent, your enquiry is passed only to contractors suited to the job, and you decide whether to go ahead.
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