Southern Downs Regional Council is seeking tenders for the supply and installation of protective coating to the inner walls of the Warwick Water Treatment Plant old clarifier. The objective is to restore the clarifier to optimal condition for service. The tender closes on 02 July 2026. Key dates include a supplier query cutoff on 27 June 2026 and an expected decision on 23 July 2026. The contract involves performance and payment terms, site access requirements, and specific timing for commencement (27 July 2026) and completion (28 August 2026). Insurance requirements include public and product liability of $20,000,000 and professional indemnity of $5,000,000. The contract also details obligations regarding work health and safety, protection of property and the environment, and intellectual property. The supplier must ensure its personnel are qualified and experienced, and comply with all applicable laws and council policies.
The time for completion is 28 August 2026.
Invoices may be submitted on the 28th day of each month for works done to the 27th day of the same month. The principal shall pay the amount due to the supplier, if any, before the end of the payment period (25 business days after receipt of invoice).
The supplier warrants and represents that it has the experience, skills, expertise, resources, and judgement required to comply with its obligations under the contract, and that the services will be provided in accordance with good industry practice.
Tenderers must be suitably qualified and experienced for the supply and installation of protective coating.
The contract includes provisions for nonconformance, where the principal may direct the supplier to rectify issues at the supplier's expense. Costs incurred by the principal due to nonconformance are a debt due by the supplier.
A pre-start meeting is scheduled for 27 July 2026 at the Warwick Water Treatment Plant.
Supplier query cutoff is Saturday 27 June 2026 01:00 am.
Engaging in improper conduct, failing to disclose conflicts of interest, or failing to comply with directions can lead to consequences as outlined in the contract's 'Improper Conduct' and 'Nonconformance' clauses.