Southern Downs Regional Council is seeking contractors for the design and construction of two landslip sites in the Swanfels area, east of Warwick. The project is part of the 2025 DRFA program. Works are targeted for completion by March 12, 2027. Site assessments and option analyses have been completed by Engco Australia Pty Ltd.
Works are targeted for completion by 12 March 2027.
The contract specifies payment terms related to progress claims, with a payment period of 15 or 25 business days after a claim is given to the superintendent. The superintendent issues a progress certificate, and the principal pays within the payment period. The contract also details interest rates on overdue payments.
The contract mentions that the contractor has given warranties and made representations to the principal, which are relied upon for the acceptance of the contractor's offer. Specific warranty periods are not detailed in the provided text.
The council is seeking a suitably qualified contractor/s for the design and construction works.
The contract includes provisions for liquidated damages at a rate of $1,**** per day for delays to practical completion.
The text mentions a site assessment and site assessment and options analysis have been undertaken, implying site evaluation is part of the process, but a mandatory or optional site visit for tenderers is not explicitly stated.
The contract includes clauses on Improper Conduct which could lead to disqualification if a contractor engages in misleading or deceptive conduct, collusive tendering, anti-competitive conduct, or other unlawful or unethical behaviour.