This is a Request for Quote (RFQ) from Blue Mountains City Council for the provision of design and associated consultancy services for the indoor air heating replacement at Springwood Aquatic Centre. The project aims to improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and enhance indoor air quality. Quotes must be lodged online via the VendorPanel platform by Thursday, 23 April 2026, at 2:00 PM. Key assessment criteria include compliance with quote conditions, completion of forms, compliance with the contract, specification compliance, capability and capacity, project methodology and program, demonstrated experience, environmental design considerations, and work health and safety obligations. The successful consultant will be required to provide evidence of current insurance policies as specified in the contract. The contract is a lump sum and will not be subject to rise and fall adjustments. Consultants must ensure they have a registered ABN and are not bankrupt or insolvent. They must also comply with the NSW Government Code of Procurement.
The closing date for the lodgement of quotes is Thursday, 23 April 2026, at 2:00 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time.
The contract sum is a lump sum and will not be subject to rise and fall adjustments. Payment will be made in accordance with Clause 8 of the Conditions of Contract Consultancy Services, with claims to be made in writing at the times stated in item 8 of Schedule 2, or on or before the last business day of each month if no specific times are designated.
The consultant warrants that it has informed itself with respect to all matters relevant to the performance and completion of the services, has not relied upon information provided by the council, and has entered into the contract based on its own investigations. The consultant also warrants that it will provide the services in a conscientious, expeditious, and workmanlike manner, using its best endeavours, in accordance with the contract, specifications, legislative requirements, Australian standards, and any reasonable direction of the council.
The assessment criteria for this tender include Value for Money (40%), Capability and Capacity (20%), Project Methodology and Program (20%), Environmental Management/Sustainability (10%), Work Health Safety (5%), Critical Assessment (3%), and Innovation (2%).
Proponents must be an acceptable legal entity and hold a registered ABN. They must not be bankrupt or insolvent and must declare any breaches of acts or regulations within the last 5 years. Proponents must also have the minimum level of insurance cover specified in the contract and comply with the NSW Government Code of Procurement.
The contract includes provisions for termination for default or convenience. Failure to comply with essential terms or substantial breaches can lead to termination. The consultant may be liable for costs incurred by the council in completing the services if the contract is terminated due to the consultant's default.
The tender does not require the submission of samples.
The supplier query cutoff date is Wednesday, 22 April 2026, at 1:00 AM E. South America Standard Time.
