This is a public tender for security guard services at The Links Shell Cove Golf Course and Tavern, issued by Shellharbour City Council. The services required include licensed security guards and RSA marshals to ensure safety, compliance, and effective venue operations. Tenders must be lodged electronically via the VendorPanel portal or in hard copy at the council's administration centre by 10 am on 26 May 2026. Key requirements include compliance with Australian standards, security licensing, training, and WHS regulations. Mandatory criteria include public product liability insurance of $20 million and workers compensation as per statutory requirements. A site meeting is to be confirmed. The tender validity period is 120 days from the closing date.
The tender closes at 10 am on Tuesday, 26 May 2026.
The tender document does not explicitly state the payment terms. However, it mentions that upon commencement of the contract, The Links will provide relevant purchase order numbers and advise additional accounts payable requirements, and that invoicing will be monthly.
The bid notice states that councils intention is to determine the supplier that will provide the best overall value. Value is determined from the evaluation criteria and is not solely based on cost. The assessment factors include relevant experience, capability, and price, staffing operational approach, WHS compliance training, and reporting systems.
Applicants are advised to register at www. ***. *. * is mandatory that a tender is made by a legal entity with a registered Australian Business Number (ABN) and is registered for the Goods and Services Tax (GST). Security personnel must be licensed and accredited, and undergo NSW Police checks and Working With Children checks.
A site meeting is to be confirmed at a date and time mutually agreed to by Shellharbour City Council and the applicants. This meeting will take place between the tender release date and the tender close date.
The bid notice does not mention the submission of samples.
Applicants requiring clarification of the RFT must submit all requests in writing via the VendorPanel forum. Questions will only be received up to 7 days from the closing date.
Canvassing or lobbying of councillors or council officers in relation to this RFT may automatically disqualify the submission from the process. Failure to comply with mandatory criteria or provide adequate prior notice for security assessments may also result in disqualification or contract termination.
