This is a public tender notice from Rockhampton Regional Council for the refresh of their register of prequalified suppliers for the hire of construction plant and equipment. The contract is for planned maintenance services, responsive maintenance services, and minor capital works on council sites. New contractors can apply to be added to the register, and existing contractors only need to submit a tender for new or additional plant and equipment. The agreement commences on July 1, 2026, and ends on June 30, 2028. Payment terms are within 20 business days of a compliant claim. The supplier must comply with various legislative requirements, including the Heavy Vehicle National Law, and maintain specific insurances. The contract also includes provisions for dispute resolution, confidentiality, and intellectual property.
The bid notice does not explicitly state a delivery deadline for the plant and equipment hire services. However, orders will be issued as needed, and the service completion date will be specified in each order.
The bid notice states that payment will be made within twenty 20 business days of receipt of a compliant payment claim. Council may also set off any amounts owed by the supplier.
The supplier warrants that the services will be performed with skill, care, and diligence, will comply with all relevant legislative requirements, and will be fit for their intended purposes.
The bid notice does not explicitly state the award criterion. However, it implies that contractors will be selected based on their suitability and qualifications to be added to the register of prequalified suppliers.
The supplier must have expertise in the performance of plant and/or equipment hire and must be suitably qualified to perform planned maintenance services, responsive maintenance services, and minor capital works.
The bid notice does not explicitly detail penalties for non-compliance. However, it does mention that a serious breach of the agreement can lead to termination.
The bid notice does not mention a mandatory or optional site visit. However, it does state that the supplier must be in possession of a local government worker identification card if entering private property.
The bid notice does not require the submission of samples.
The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenging the tender process or decisions.