This is a Request for Tender (RFT) from the Lower Eyre Council for septic tank desludging services in Cummins, Coffin Bay, North Shields, and Tulka, covering the financial years **** to **** must be lodged electronically via the Tenders SA portal by 5:00 PM on 11 May 2026. The contract for services will be awarded to the successful tenderer. Key requirements include advance notification to property owners, detailed reporting of each septic tank pumped, proper disposal of biosolids to EPA-approved facilities, and adherence to quality and safety standards. The contract is for a schedule of rates and is expected to commence on 1 July 2026 and conclude on 30 June 2031.
The bid notice states that tenders must be lodged electronically via the Tenders SA portal before the closing date of 5:00 PM on 11 May 2026.
The bid notice states that claims for payment shall be made at no less than fourteen 14 day intervals, and the contractor shall be entitled to such payment within fourteen 14 days of receipt from the contractor of a claim, including a tax invoice where the contractor is registered for GST, for work completed to the satisfaction of the superintendent, except for such sum as may be retained pursuant to clause 7. 3.
In assessing tenders, the council will have regard to, but not necessarily be limited to, insurance, compliance with work health and safety requirements, customer service experience and capacity, the tendered prices, including the proposed pricing structure, the level of risk associated with negotiation of an acceptable contract for services, environmental management systems if applicable, degree of compliance with the requirements set out in this RFT and the tender documents, and such other matters that council considers relevant.
Each tenderer must, if applicable, be licensed or registered to perform the services.
