Central Coast Council is seeking tenders for the design, development, and construction of a sports amenity building at Kariong Oval. The project has a strict, non-negotiable budget cap of $650,****, imposed by a state-funded grant program. All proposed works, methodologies, materials, and associated costs must be planned and delivered within this approved financial limit. Any tender exceeding this budget will be deemed non-conforming. The scope includes design, preparation of construction documentation, pre-construction planning, site works, provision of services, construction of the building, restoration, landscaping, and a 12-month defects liability period. Tenders must comply with Australian Standards, guidelines, and BCA. Mandatory criteria include accredited Work Health and Safety, Quality Management, and Environmental Management systems. Weighted criteria include organisation experience, key personnel experience, works methodology, sustainability, and price. All communication and enquiries are to be directed through the online forum. The closing date for tenders is April 29, 2026.
The bid notice does not explicitly state a specific delivery deadline for the completed works, but it does mention a 12-month defects liability period after completion.
The bid notice states that payment will only be made against correctly rendered invoices made in accordance with council requirements, including reference to the correct purchase order number and the requirements of a tax invoice as defined by the Australian Taxation Office.
The bid notice mentions a 12-month defects liability period for the rectification of all defects and omissions that become apparent during this period.
The bid notice states that council may in its absolute discretion either accept the tender that, having regard to all the circumstances, appears to council to be the most advantageous, or decline to accept any of the tenders. Tenders will be evaluated on mandatory and weighted criteria, including organisation experience, key personnel experience, works methodology, sustainability, and price.
Tenderers are expected to be suitably qualified and experienced construction works contractors. Mandatory criteria include an accredited Work Health and Safety Management System to AS/NZS ISO 45001:2018, an accredited Quality Management System to AS/NZS ISO 9001:2016, and an accredited Environmental Management System to AS/NZS 14001:2016.
The bid notice does not explicitly detail penalties for non-compliance or delays.
The bid notice does not mention any requirement or option for a site visit.
The bid notice does not mention any requirement for sample submission.
The bid notice specifies a supplier query cutoff date of Saturday, 25 April 2026, 01:00 am E. South America Standard Time, which is the deadline for submitting enquiries.
The bid notice states that the project has a strict and non-negotiable budget cap of $650,****.
