This is a public tender notice from Cassowary Coast Regional Council for the Ernest St/Edith/Lily St Footpath Renewal Contract (****). The project involves concrete footpath renewal and streetscape upgrades in Innisfail, Queensland. The tender opens on April 23, 2026, and closes on May 27, 2026. Supplier queries are due by May 20, 2026. The expected decision date is July 26, 2026. The contract is based on **** General Conditions of Contract, with specific annexures and amendments detailed within the document. Key aspects include contract structure, contractor obligations, payment terms, variations, dispute resolution, and insurance requirements. The contract specifies detailed conditions regarding work health and safety, legislative compliance, and ethical conduct.
The contract specifies a date for practical completion, which is the deadline for the contractor to complete the works. This date is detailed in item 7 of Annexure Part A and is subject to extensions of time as per clause 34. 5.
The bid notice outlines payment terms through progress claims submitted by the contractor, assessed by the superintendent, and paid by the principal. Final payment is made after the defects liability period and issuance of a final certificate. Payment is generally due within the payment period after the superintendent's certificate is issued, with specific timelines detailed in clause 37.
The contract includes various warranties and representations from the contractor regarding workmanship, materials, equipment, design, and compliance with legislative requirements. These warranties are detailed in clauses 2d and 10, and remain unaffected by other contract provisions or superintendent reviews.
The contract requires the contractor to be suitably qualified, skilled, and experienced, holding all necessary competencies, licenses, accreditations, and permits for the work. This is detailed in subclause 2d. 2.
The contract includes provisions for liquidated damages if the work does not reach practical completion by the specified date, as detailed in subclause 34. 7. There are also provisions for the principal to recover costs if the contractor fails to rectify defects or carry out obligations.
The contract does not explicitly mention a mandatory or optional site visit for this specific tender notice. However, clause 25. 1 states that a competent contractor should have inspected the site and its near surrounds when tendering.
The contract requires the contractor to provide samples as directed by the superintendent for testing purposes (clause 30. 1). However, there is no specific mention of sample submission as part of the tender response itself.
The contract outlines a dispute resolution process. A notice of dispute must be given within 10 business days after a difference or dispute arises (clause 42. 1). For disputing a superintendent's direction, a notice of dispute must be given within 25 business days after the direction is given (clause 42. 5).
The contract details grounds for default or insolvency, which can lead to termination of the contract by the principal. These include substantial breaches such as failing to provide security, insurance, comply with directions, or maintain proper standards of work, as outlined in clause 39.
