This tender is for the collection and organisation of water and sewer samples for quality and compliance analysis for a period of 36 months by the Power and Water Corporation. The contract is a standing offer contract. Key performance indicators include 100% of samples collected and dispatched to testing facilities within required holding times. Reporting requirements include a monthly summary of samples collected and daily electronic submission of field measurements and sample submission forms. Insurance requirements include public liability of $20,000,000 and workers compensation as specified by applicable laws. The defect rectification period is 3 months. The cap on the supplier's liability is $1,200,000.
The bid notice does not explicitly state a general delivery deadline for the supplies. However, it mentions that supplies must be provided to meet any timeframes and dates provided for in the scope of requirements or the relevant order, or with due expedition if no timeframe is provided.
The bid notice states that the supplier may invoice PWC the charges at the times provided for in item 19, which is monthly in arrears following performance of the services. PWC will pay the supplier within 30 days of receiving an invoice that complies with clause 6. 2.
The bid notice outlines supplier warranties, including that the supplies will be fit for purpose, free from defects, new and unused, and of merchantable and satisfactory quality. It also states that the supplies will have a minimum operating life of the period provided for in item 12.
The bid notice mentions that key performance indicators may provide for service credits or price reductions in the event that the supplier fails to meet required performance levels. These are described as a genuine pre-estimate of losses and not intended as a penalty.
The bid notice does not mention any mandatory or optional site visits. However, it does detail obligations for accessing and working on PWC sites.
The object of the tender is the collection and organisation of water and sewer samples for quality and compliance analysis.
The bid notice outlines a dispute resolution process that begins with primary level discussions within 10 business days of a dispute notice, followed by secondary level discussions. If unresolved, it can be referred to mediation. There is no specific deadline mentioned for initiating a challenge or dispute.
