Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council is seeking tenders from qualified civil contractors for emergency unsealed road repair and drainage works across multiple locations on Palm Island, Queensland. These works are related to natural disaster damage and will involve light formation grading and placement of bulk fill road base. The tender is based on a schedule of rates with estimated quantities. All works must be completed by June 30, 2026. Contractors must be capable of working in a remote community, coordinating with the council, and demonstrate a commitment to employing a minimum of three local workers from Palm Island. Tenderers are encouraged to familiarise themselves with local accommodation and council resources for hire.
The bid notice states that all works must be completed by 30 June 2026.
The bid notice indicates that payments will be made according to the contract provisions, with specific details likely found in Annexure Part B regarding payment periods and progress claims.
The bid notice does not explicitly state a warranty period. However, Annexure Part B mentions a defects liability period of 26 weeks if no period is stated.
The bid notice does not explicitly state the award criterion. However, it mentions that tenders are sought from suitably qualified civil contractors.
The bid notice requires tenderers to be suitably qualified civil contractors and capable of working in a remote community environment.
The bid notice mentions liquidated damages at a rate of **** per day, with no specified limit, under subclause 20. 5. It also mentions delay damages as reasonably assessed by the principal under subclause 20. 6.
The bid notice does not explicitly mention a site visit requirement.
The bid notice does not mention the submission of samples.
The bid notice does not explicitly state a deadline for challenging the tender.
