The University of Queensland (UQ) is seeking solutions for a standalone power system (SAPS) upgrade at its Heron Island Research Station. The existing SAPS is largely decommissioned, and the station is currently powered by a diesel generator. The project involves designing, installing, and maintaining a new SAPS with high renewable penetration (****) and a minimum design life of **** years. Key objectives include maximizing operational reliability, ensuring continuous power supply (24/7), accommodating future load growth, and prioritizing safety with advanced fire protection systems. The solution must be suitable for a remote island environment with logistical constraints. The process is a two-stage Request for Solution (RFS), with submissions due by July 17, 2026. Suppliers are responsible for the full lifecycle performance, including ongoing maintenance and operational integrity.
Responses to the Request for Solution are due by Friday, 17 July 2026, 2 pm AEST.
The university's standard payment terms are net thirty (30) days upon receipt of a correctly rendered invoice. Milestone payments require full details and justification.
The term of product warranties for key system components should align with the design life of **** years, as far as reasonably practicable.
Evaluation criteria include technical solution and system architecture, delivery approach, commercial models (whole-of-life value), supplier capability and experience, and Queensland local content.
Suppliers must demonstrate experience delivering similar remote or island SAPS projects, capability across design, delivery, and long-term O&M, organizational capacity, and past performance and references.
UQ may hold a briefing session at Heron Island Research Station for shortlisted proponents. Participants may be required to sign a confidentiality agreement. Suppliers should notify UQ if they intend to attend.
Clarifications and requests for further information must be submitted through the UQProcure tendering portal QA function no later than 48 hours before the close date.
Suppliers must comply with all laws, maintain confidentiality, and ensure their RFS and all representations are complete, accurate, up-to-date, and not misleading. Failure to comply with RFS conditions or providing inaccurate information may negatively affect the assessment of the offer.