This tender is for the design and construction of a replacement drying bed solution for the Eden STP (Sewer Treatment Plant). The solution must be durable, long-lasting, meet operational requirements, environmental obligations, and contemporary engineering standards. The contract will be governed by the GC21 Edition 2 General Conditions of Contract. Bega Valley Shire Council is the procuring agency. Key dates include: Tender opens: 01 May 2026, Tender closes: 28 May 2026, Expected decision: 26 August 2026.
The contract information specifies completion times for various milestones, with the whole works completion being 12 weeks from milestone 7 (construction works complete). Specific dates for site access and completion are detailed in Contract Information Item 13.
The contract allows for monthly payment claims, submitted on the last business day prior to the end of each calendar month. Payment claims must be in the form of, and include all information required by, Schedule 3 Payment Claim Worksheet. The principal must provide a payment schedule within 10 business days of receiving a payment claim, and payment is due within 15 business days after being served with the payment claim.
The contract includes provisions for subcontractors' warranties (Schedule 1) and a general warranty that the works will be fit for purpose and comply with industry standards. Defects after completion are addressed in Clause 67.
The provided text does not explicitly state the award criterion. However, it emphasizes value for money and high standards in service delivery.
The tender seeks qualified entities to design and construct the drying bed solution. Specific qualification requirements are not detailed in the provided text but would typically be found in tender documentation.
The contract includes provisions for liquidated damages if the contractor fails to achieve completion by the contractual completion date, as detailed in Clause 51. The rate for liquidated damages for the whole of the works is specified as $1,200 per day.
The provided text does not mention any mandatory or optional site visits.
The provided text does not mention any requirement for sample submission.
The contract outlines procedures for claim resolution and issue resolution. A contractor may dispute an assessment or instruction of the principal by giving notice of an issue within 28 days after notification of the assessment or instruction (Clause 69. 1).
The contract includes clauses related to contractor default and insolvency (Clause 73), which could lead to termination of the contract. Failure to comply with statutory requirements, insurance obligations, or other contractual terms could also pose risks.