Tender Details
T2027-03 Replacement/Construction of Wyndham Street Bridge, Greta
Business Name
Cessnock City Council
VP Reference #
VP523964
Opens
Thursday 03 September 2026 (AUS Eastern Standard Time)
Closes
Thursday 08 October 2026 02:00 PM (AUS Eastern Standard Time)
Supplier query cut-off
Sunday 04 October 2026 02:00 PM (AUS Eastern Daylight Time)
Expected decision
Thursday 19 November 2026 (AUS Eastern Standard Time)
Buyer Details
Business Name
Cessnock City Council
Location
68-72 Vincent St
Cessnock, New South Wales 2325
Australia
WebSite:
http://www.cessnock.nsw.gov.au/
Business Info
Cessnock City Council Local government has been in operation in the Cessnock area since 1906 when the Shire of Cessnock held its first meeting.

During the following years there were several amalgamations and splits as new Shires were formed and reshaped until Cessnock was declared a City in 1958.

Records created or received by a service provider relating to the performance of a contract are considered State Records under the State Records Act 1998 (NSW). Service providers must make and keep records of all matters relating to the performance of the contract including but not limited to records of inspections, testing and compliance, records of accounts, timesheets and reports produced. Council retains an immediate right of access to all records to assess compliance with the requirements of the contract and meet other legal obligations. For further information please visit Doing Business with Council.

PRIVACY & PERSONAL INFORMATION PROTECTION NOTICE; Suppliers are advised that all (if any) personal information, required to be provided with their submission, is intended only for use by Council staff. The purpose being for the assessment (in accordance with the Local Government Regulations). The information will be stored at Council’s Administration Centre in accordance with the requirements of the State Records Act 1998 and will comply with the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1988 (NSW) (the PPIP Act) and Council's Privacy Management Plan.
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What the buyer is requesting
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Purpose:

Replacement/Construction of Wyndham Street Bridge, Greta.

Cessnock City Council (CCC) is proposing to engage an experienced contractor for Construction only Contract to carry out the replacement / construction of Wyndham Street Bridge, Greta within the Cessnock LGA. The primary objective of this project is to replace the existing timber bridge with a modern structure while maintaining its local heritage perspective due to its location in Greta Conservation Area.

Any person/company willing to fulfil the requirements of the proposed contract are invited to submit a tender to the Council by the deadline, 2.00 pm on Tuesday 29 September, 2026 by one of the methods detailed in the Conditions of Tendering.

A tenderer must not submit a tender without a firm intention to proceed. Responsibility for lodgement of completed tender documents by the deadline lies solely with the Tenderer. Council is not bound to accept the lowest tender or any tender submitted.

Appendics are to be accessed via drop box link - https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/iscucuuf9ectzrfgntc8l/T2027-03-_-Wyndham-Street-Bridge-Gretra-_-Appendices.zip?rlkey=yen8vez28bhqoyyuc03jqjbmj&st=5hcaf8ok&e=1&dl=0
Desired Outcomes ('Nice to haves', Conditions & Warranties, SLA's, Project benefits)
Details
Evaluation Criteria

Price

Relevant Experience

Capability and Physical Resources Offered

Construction Methodology and Contract Program

Quality, WHS and Environmental Management

Local Procurement

Social Procurement
Attachments to this Request
Documents
8
Supplier lists selected
Lists
  • Construction & Operation
Categories selected
Categories
  • Construction & Operation
    1: Bridge Construction & Maintenance
Regions of Service
Locations
  • New South Wales
    1: Hunter

All Regions of Service locations are within Australia.
Information requested by others
04/Sep/2026 11:52 AM
Question:
Hi

Kindly advise if council has identified any precast suppliers for supply of precast planks for the works

Answered on 07/Sep/2026 10:20 AM:


Hi,

Council have not identified any suppliers for supply of precast planks.
07/Sep/2026 08:02 AM
Question:
Could you please confirm whether Council will consider an alternate M-Lock Bridge design as part of the tender submission, provided the proposed design meets or exceeds all specified structural, durability, functional and performance requirements?

Answered on 07/Sep/2026 10:38 AM:


Hi,

The design has already been completed; design report and drawings provided as information provided by Principal. Ref Section 4 - Technical Specifications - Information provided by the Principal - Item 6.

Council require that tender submitted be in line and comply with the already completed design and documentation.

Thanks
10/Sep/2026 12:37 PM
Question:
We understand that the Tender scope requires the contractor to implement traffic controls, detours and signage. Does Council require VMS boards to be included?

Answered on 10/Sep/2026 02:17 PM:


Yes, include VMS boards.
14/Sep/2026 02:56 PM
Question:
Design Clarification – Bridge Barrier

Could the Principal please clarify whether DOLRE was considered as an alternative barrier system during the design development for the Wyndham Street Bridge?

We note the IFC documentation identifies a low-performance heritage-style barrier due to the relatively low traffic volume and 60 km/h speed environment, with a transition to Ramshield or an equivalent system.

We would appreciate clarification on:

The criteria used to determine the selected barrier arrangement and whether DOLRE was assessed against these requirements; and

The performance/approval basis for the proposed transition to Ramshield or an equivalent system.

DOLRE may provide a suitable, crash tested alternative, that addresses the project requirements while maintaining the overall design intent and potentially offering a more cost-effective solution without significant changes to the existing design.

Could the Principal please advise whether an alternative such as DOLRE would be considered during the tender/design process?

Answered on 14/Sep/2026 03:49 PM:


Hi,

The bridge design including barrier has been completed keeping in view the heritage aspects and the best match with the existing barrier.

Council require that tender submitted be in line and comply with the already completed design and documentation.

Thanks
15/Sep/2026 12:00 PM
Question:
We would like to request a 2-week extension for the tender closing date as we are waiting for suppliers and subcontractors reply.

Answered on 15/Sep/2026 12:32 PM:


Tender closing extended by a week - until Tuesday October 6, 2pm.
18/Sep/2026 11:10 AM
Question:
Can council confirm if line marking and signage is required for the project as there is no drawings showing the extent of line marking and signage.

Answered on 18/Sep/2026 11:37 AM:


Hi,

BB and E1 line marking shown. Refer to Sheet 3 - General Arrangement Road - Sheet A of IFC drawings.
23/Sep/2026 10:02 AM
Question:
Hi Council,

Can we request an extension till 8th October as the current closing date is a day after long weekend?

Answered on 23/Sep/2026 10:17 AM:


Hi,

Closing date has been extended till 8th October 2026. Thanks
23/Sep/2026 03:10 PM
Question:
Can council confirm the extent of dilapidation survey for the project. Is this to the extent of the existing road, kerbs and footpath only? Are we required to engage a third party for this work or in house dilapidation survey is acceptable?

Answered on 23/Sep/2026 03:19 PM:


The extent of dilapidation survey includes existing bridge with all components, approach roads, sandstone kerbs and footpath. In-house dilapidation survey is acceptable subject to fulfilment of all requirements as per the scope of works.
24/Sep/2026 03:05 PM
Question:
Can Council Confirm if concrete works to be completed by a certified B80 contractor?

Answered on 24/Sep/2026 03:34 PM:


Yes. Refer to Section 4 - Technical Specifications - Construction Specifications - Bridge works.
25/Sep/2026 01:37 PM
Question:
Can Council confirm what material classification should we allowed for the disposal of excess material please?

Answered on 25/Sep/2026 02:53 PM:


Allow for General Solid Waste CT1.
29/Sep/2026 05:35 PM
Question:
Please confirm on Pavement Type 1 the DGS 40 & DGB 20 have to be stabilised.

Answered on 30/Sep/2026 12:05 PM:


Refer to IFCs Sheet 4 - General Arrangement Road - Sheet B - General Notes.
30/Sep/2026 11:19 AM
Question:
Dear Council,

Can you kindly clarify what is the scope in regards to the heritage sandstone.

Thank you.

Answered on 30/Sep/2026 12:26 PM:


Hi,

Refer to IFCs - Sheet 3 - General Arrangement Road - Sheet A, Sheet 7 -General Arrangement - Sheet C, Scope of Works and Schedule of prices.

Thanks
Updates made to this Request
15/Sep/2026 12:27 PM
Tender has been extended for a further week - now closing on the Tuesday 6 October 2026 at 2pm.

23/Sep/2026 10:16 AM
Hi,

The tender has been extended till Thursday, 8th October 2026 at 2pm. Thanks