Central Coast Council is seeking tenders for the design, development, and construction of a sports amenity building at Kariong Oval. The project is funded by a state grant with a strict budget cap of $650,****, which cannot be exceeded. All submissions must comply with this budget. The scope includes design, preparation of construction documentation, pre-construction planning, site works, provision of services, construction of the building, restoration, landscaping, and provision of as-built documentation and warranties. A 12-month defects liability period is included. Tenders will be evaluated based on mandatory criteria (WHS, Quality, Environmental Management systems) and weighted non-price criteria (organisation experience, key personnel experience, works methodology, sustainability) and price. Local supplier content will receive a weighting. All communication must be through the online forum.
The bid notice does not explicitly state a specific delivery deadline for the completed works, but it does mention a 12-month defects liability period after completion.
The bid notice states that payment will only be made against correctly rendered invoices made in accordance with council requirements, including reference to the correct purchase order number and the requirements of a tax invoice as defined by the Australian Taxation Office.
The bid notice mentions the provision of warranties as applicable and the rectification of all defects and omissions that become apparent during a 12-month defects liability period.
The bid notice states that council may, in its absolute discretion, accept the tender that, having regard to all the circumstances, appears to council to be the most advantageous, or decline to accept any of the tenders. Tenders will be evaluated on mandatory and weighted criteria, including organization experience, key personnel experience, works methodology, sustainability, and price.
Tenderers must be suitably qualified and experienced construction works contractors. Mandatory criteria include an accredited Work Health and Safety Management System to AS/NZS ISO 45001:2018, an accredited Quality Management System to AS/NZS ISO 9001:2016, and an accredited Environmental Management System to AS/NZS 14001:2016.
The supplier query cutoff date is Saturday 25 April 2026 01:00 am E. South America Standard Time.
The estimated total value is $650,****, which is a strict and non-negotiable budget cap imposed by a state-funded grant program.
