Blue Mountains City Council is seeking written quotes for the design and associated consultancy services for the indoor air heating replacement at Springwood Aquatic Centre. The project aims to improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and enhance indoor air quality. Submissions must be lodged online via the VendorPanel platform by Thursday, 23 April 2026, at 2:00 PM. Key assessment criteria include compliance with quote conditions, completion of forms, contract compliance, specification compliance, capability and capacity, project methodology, experience, environmental design, and work health and safety. The contract will be a lump sum, not subject to rise and fall adjustments. Consultants must provide detailed design, documentation, construction specifications, and cost estimates. Insurance and work health and safety compliance are mandatory.
The closing date for the lodgement of quotes is Thursday, 23 April 2026, at 2:00 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time.
The contract sum is a lump sum and will not be subject to rise and fall adjustments. Payment will be made in accordance with Clause 8 of the Conditions of Contract Consultancy Services, with claims to be submitted in writing at times stated in Item 8 of Schedule 2, or on or before the last business day of each month if no specific times are designated.
The consultant warrants that it has informed itself with respect to all matters relevant to the performance and completion of the services, has not relied upon information provided by the council, and has entered into the contract based on its own investigations. The consultant also warrants that it will provide the services in a conscientious, expeditious, and workmanlike manner, using its best endeavours, in accordance with the contract, specifications, legislative requirements, Australian standards, and any reasonable direction of the council.
The assessment criteria for the quotes include: compliance with quote conditions (Yes/No), value for money (40%), capability and capacity (20%), project methodology and program (20%), environmental management/sustainability (10%), work health and safety (5%), critical assessment (3%), and innovation (2%).
Consultants must be an acceptable legal entity and hold a registered ABN, not be bankrupt or insolvent, declare any breaches of acts or regulations within the last 5 years, and have the minimum level of insurance cover specified in the contract. They must also comply with the New South Wales Government Code of Procurement.
The contract includes provisions for termination for default or convenience. Failure to comply with essential terms or substantial breaches can lead to termination. Specific penalties for delays or non-compliance are detailed within the contract documents, including potential deductions from payments and liability for costs incurred by the council.
The provided text does not explicitly mention a mandatory or optional site visit. However, it states that consultants will be deemed to have examined all further information relevant to the risks, contingencies, and other circumstances having an effect on their quote which is obtainable by the making of reasonable enquiries.
The text does not specify a deadline for challenging the bid or its outcomes.
