This is a Request for Tender (RFT) for the construction and commissioning of the Northern Heart Centre at the Launceston General Hospital. The project involves building a new 24-bed cardiac inpatient unit, two cardiac catheterisation labs, and dedicated diagnostic facilities. The RFT is issued by the Department of Health, Tasmania. Key dates include a pre-tender briefing session on April 15, 2026, a site inspection on April 22, 2026, and the tender closing date of May 27, 2026. Tenderers must be prequalified and meet solvency requirements. An Economic and Social Benefits Statement is a significant part of the evaluation. The contract will be awarded based on a combination of capacity, methodology, economic and social benefits, and price.
The RFT states that contract award and commencement of works is expected to occur in mid-late August 2026, with practical completion expected by late August 2029. A defects liability period of 12 months will apply to the works.
A defects liability period of 12 months will apply to the works.
The evaluation criteria include capacity (15%), methodology (25%), economic and social benefits (30%), and price (30%).
Tenderers must be prequalified under specified schemes to a financial level equal to or higher than the greater of the applicable financial level or the value of the works. Tenderers must also be solvent and hold all required accreditations, certifications, registrations, or licenses. Accreditation under the Australian Government Building and Construction Work Health and Safety (WHS) Accreditation Scheme is also required.
A site inspection is mandatory and will be conducted on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM Hobart time. Persons wishing to attend must pre-register by April 20, 2026.
A complaints process is available, and further information can be obtained from the Tasmanian Government Purchasing website or the contact officer.
