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Balonne Shire Council is seeking tenders for the supply and delivery of a medium tractor slasher combination. The tender includes detailed specifications for the tractor (**** kW, 4WD, powershift/hydrostatic transmission, PTO drive, three-point linkage, counterweights, neutral start, hydraulic power assisted brakes, industrial tyres, power steering) and the cab (ROPS, FOPS, noise level below 78 dB, adjustable suspension seat, tinted windows, 12V accessory outlets, UHF unit, fire extinguisher, air conditioning/heating, emergency stop, horn, reverse warning system, amber beacons, LED work lights). The slasher unit must be matched to the tractor HP, have a cutting area of at least ****, a guarded PTO shaft with slip clutch, a solid rear jockey wheel, and locally supplied parts and service. The unit must not require AdBlue. Operating information labels must be easily visible. The year of manufacture must be no more than 12 months prior to delivery. Noise suppression in the cabin must comply with QLD regulations. The unit must be fitted with Balonne Shire Council stickers and a plant unit identification number. On delivery, the supplier must demonstrate the unit's performance. Manufacturers' specifications, a risk assessment, and training/inductions for supervisors/operators (covering safety, operation, maintenance, fault finding) are required with the submission. The successful supplier must provide workshop manuals, operator instructions, and various checklists. Training costs must be shown separately but included in the total price.
The tender closes on Friday, 05 June 2026, at 02:00 AM E. South America Standard Time.
Respondents must be suitably qualified.
The attention of suppliers is drawn to their obligations under Part 2 Section **** of the QLD Work Health and Safety Act **** and Part 4. 1 Section 59 of the QLD Work Health and Safety Regulation ****.
