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This is a Request for Tender (RFT) for the supply and installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels and battery systems for buildings owned by the Central Darling Shire Council in Ivanhoe, Menindee, White Cliffs, and Wilcannia. The project aims to upgrade the council's infrastructure with renewable energy solutions. The estimated budget for this financial year is approximately $600,000. The tender closes on April 14, 2026, at 5 pm AEST. Submissions must be sent electronically to ***@***. *. * with the subject line **** Solar Panels and Battery Upgrade for Central Darling Shire Council. Key project milestones include the closing of submissions on April 14, 2026, and the appointment of a contractor by April 22, 2026. The completion of work is expected by June 30, 2026. The scope of work includes site inspections, switchboard upgrades if necessary, supply and installation of solar panels, inverters, and battery storage, trench excavation, electrical connection, testing, and commissioning. A minimum 5-year workmanship warranty is required. Additional documents required for submission include a bid statement, insurance details, and a safety management questionnaire.
The bid notice states that the completion of work is expected by 30th June 2026.
The bid notice states that a minimum 5-year workmanship warranty should be applied to the provided solar system installation.
The bid notice states that submissions will be evaluated by reference to the sound contracting principles in section 55 of the Local Government Act **** No 30, namely: a value for money, b open and effective competition, c the development of competitive local business and industry, d environmental protection, and e ethical behaviour and fair dealing. Specific evaluation criteria include mandatory criteria such as company profile, ABN and GST registration, referee details, insurance certificates of currency, and completed safety management questionnaire, and qualitative criteria such as methodology, past performance, experience and qualifications of personnel, and resources suitability and capability, and quantitative criteria such as price.
The bid notice states that the principal is seeking a suitably qualified, experienced and resourced contractor.
The bid notice states that a site inspection is a key project milestone and should be completed no later than 30th April 2026.
The bid notice states that the principal allocated funding of approximately $600,000 this financial year **** for supply and installation of solar PV system and battery storage.
