Tours Tenders

Submissions close Monday 31 August 2026, 02:00 am E. South America Standard Time.

Proponents must demonstrate experience delivering projects of similar nature in environmentally sensitive locations, managing environmental risks, securing required approvals, and operating facilities. They must also outline their funding capacity and commercial viability.

A site visit with departmental representatives may be offered in mid-2026. Proponents should be prepared to pay their own costs to attend.

Supplier query cutoff is Monday 24 August 2026, 02:00 am E. South America Standard Time.

The proponent warrants that neither the proponent nor any of its associates have any conflict of interest or potential conflict of interest in connection with, or any relationship that may affect the evaluation process.

The bid notice does not specify a delivery deadline for the services, but it indicates the operational period is nominally from November to April inclusive.

The bid notice does not explicitly state the award criterion, but it is seeking proposals from experienced, innovative operators to develop and implement a sustainable, high-quality commercial offering.

The bid notice states that proposals are sought from experienced, innovative operators.

The bid notice states that a site visit is mandatory and will be held at Lake Mountain Alpine Resort on 14 May 2026 at 02:00 PM. Details will be provided to registered attendees, and registration closes on 13 May 2026 at 04:00 PM.

The bid notice mentions a supplier phishing alert regarding cybercriminals impersonating Victorian government officials, which could lead to sensitive information extraction and fraud.

The date for practical completion will be confirmed post-tender, but will be no later than 30 September 2026 for separable portion 1, and 30 November 2026 for separable portion 2.

The contract specifies payment terms through progress claims and a final payment claim, with payment periods and interest rates for overdue payments detailed within the general conditions of contract.

The contract includes general conditions of contract that outline contractors general obligations, warranties, and representations, including standard of workmanship, ability, equipment, and methodology.

The tender is described as value-driven, indicating that the award will likely consider a combination of price and other factors such as quality and capability, though specific criteria are not detailed in the provided text.

Tenderers are required to be suitably qualified for the construction of DRFA restoration works.

The contract includes provisions for liquidated damages for failure to reach practical completion by the specified date, as detailed in item 24 of the separable portions.

The supplier query cutoff date is Wednesday, 20 May 2026, 04:00 AM E. South America Standard Time.

The contract outlines conditions for default or insolvency, including substantial breaches by the contractor, which could lead to termination or the principal taking over the work.

The date for practical completion will be confirmed post-tender, but will be no later than 30 September 2026 for separable portion 1, and 30 November 2026 for separable portion 2.

The bid notice does not explicitly detail payment terms beyond standard contract clauses for progress payments and final payment.

The contract documents refer to general conditions of contract which include clauses related to warranties and representations, but specific warranty periods are not detailed in the provided text.

The bid notice states that the contract is indirectly funded by the Commonwealth for the purposes of any applicable schemes/policies which are value driven, suggesting value for money will be a key consideration.

Tenderers are required to be suitably qualified for the construction of DRFA restoration works.

The contract documents mention liquidated damages for failure to reach practical completion by the date for practical completion, with a rate of $1,000 per day for each separable portion.

The bid notice does not explicitly mention a mandatory or optional site visit.

The bid notice does not mention any requirement for sample submission.

The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenging the tender process or outcomes.

The bid notice does not explicitly detail disqualification risks, but failure to meet qualification requirements or contractual obligations would likely lead to disqualification.

The date for practical completion will be confirmed post-tender, but will be no later than 30th September 2026 for separable portion 1, and 30th November 2026 for separable portion 2.

The contract specifies payment terms based on progress claims and a final payment claim, with payment periods defined by the Security of Payment legislation and the contract. The principal shall pay the contractor for work described in the price schedule as a rate only item, the sum of the products ascertained by multiplying the measured quantity of each section or item of work actually carried out under the contract by the rate accepted by the principal for the section or item, and for all other work, including work for which the price schedule provides a lump sum, the lump sum identified in the price schedule, adjusted by any additions or deductions made pursuant to the contract.

The contractor warrants and represents that it will carry out and complete the works and all other obligations under or in connection with the contract in compliance with all requirements of the contract, applicable legislative requirements, and good industry practice. The contractor also warrants that all plant, equipment, materials, parts, consumables or other goods supplied, installed as part of or incorporated into the works shall be new, free from defects, of merchantable quality, comply with the contract, conform to any sample goods approved by the principal or superintendent, comply with all applicable legislative requirements, and be suitable and adequate for their intended purposes.

Tenderers must be suitably qualified.

Liquidated damages will apply if the works do not reach practical completion by the date for practical completion, at a rate of $1,000 per day for each separable portion.

The contract documents do not explicitly mention a mandatory or optional site visit. However, clause 25. 1 states that a competent contractor at the time of tender should have inspected the site and its near surrounds.

The contract mentions that the superintendent may direct the contractor to supply samples in relation to quality assurance and testing, but it does not specify a requirement for sample submission as part of the tender.

The contract specifies that a notice of dispute must be given within 25 business days after a direction of the superintendent is given, otherwise the contractor will be deemed to have irrevocably accepted the direction.

The contract outlines several grounds for disqualification or termination, including substantial breaches of contract such as failing to provide security, failing to comply with directions, wrongful suspension of work, substantial departure from a construction program, or insolvency. Failure to comply with legislative requirements, including those related to work health and safety, is also a significant risk.