Question:
We’ve observed that the current scope combines both supply and installation; however, we respectfully propose that the tender be considered as two separate packages.

This model would:

Improve delivery timelines by allowing early procurement of materials,

Support greater participation of Indigenous and local businesses (aligned to IPP goals),

Increase price transparency and reduce risk for both the agency and primary contractor.

Answered on 29/Jul/2025 09:32 AM:


Thank you for your suggestion regarding the separation of the tender scope into two distinct packages for supply and installation.

Council has carefully considered the procurement strategy and determined that a combined approach remains the most appropriate delivery model for this engagement. This approach ensures a streamlined procurement process, greater accountability for end-to-end delivery, and reduces interface risk between multiple contractors.

We acknowledge the benefits you have outlined, including those aligned with Indigenous Participation and local engagement. Please be assured that these objectives remain a priority within the current model, and tenderers are encouraged to outline how they will achieve these outcomes within their submissions.

Thank you again for your engagement and constructive input into the process.

Question:
Hi there

The scope makes reference to "Cables will need to be installed from the

new distribution board to the WTP main switch board in existing underground conduits, as

shown in Appendix C"

The only Appendix C I can locate in the documents package refers to LED luminaire replacement.

Please advise

Thank you

Answered on 31/Jul/2025 08:14 AM:


Good morning

This seem to be a typo related error and it should state Part 5B - General Specification. That document will provide you the information required.

Council apologises for any inconvenience caused.

Regards

Question:
Hi Team, Can you please provide the Electrical Single Line Diagrams (SLD) for all the existing Switchboards?

Answered on 05/Aug/2025 07:24 AM:


Good morning

Council only has records for the switchboard located at the Water Treatment Plant. This will be made available to the suppliers.

Regards

Question:
Hi,

In relation to the the battery storage solution to ensure the 9.5kW air conditioner can function through a black out period, is there a period of time that the Council would expect the battery solution to maintain an off grid power source for the air conditioner? Large batteries to allow long term off grid power supply can be costly, so to understand an estimated duration to cover the power outage will be helpful for us to model an appropriate size battery solution. Thanks

Answered on 05/Aug/2025 11:45 AM:


Good afternoon

Please refer to the design section under the scope document. Requirements are to run the air conditioner and security lightning 24hrs per day for 7 days.

Regards

Question:
Hi,

Can you please provide us with the answers to below questions?

1. Is the council chamber for Anchor points only? If yes, does the council have a predefined position for the anchor points?

2. Based on the data provided for the generation, it seems to be calculated based on 4.5kWh/kW; however, it will differ as per the actual scenario. Please advise.

3. As mentioned, to provide a battery for a 9.5kW Air conditioner and security lights, can you let us know the size you require for the battery? Currently, is this equipment powered by a diesel generator or the grid?

Answered on 06/Aug/2025 08:27 AM:


Good morning

1. Is the council chamber for Anchor points only? If yes, does the council have a predefined position for the anchor points?

Yes, it is for a working at heights system to allow safe working at heights. This may be anchoring points and a static line depending on the contractor’s design.

2. Based on the data provided for the generation, it seems to be calculated based on 4.5kWh/kW; however, it will differ as per the actual scenario. Please advise.

As this is a design and construct tender, the contractor is to provide a solution that is suitable based on the information provided.

3. As mentioned, to provide a battery for a 9.5kW Air conditioner and security lights, can you let us know the size you require for the battery? Currently, is this equipment powered by a diesel generator or the grid?

The requirements for the air conditioner run time are in the tender documents. TYTO is currently powered by mains and does not have a back up generator.

Question:
Thanks for confirming this. Apologies, I do have one further question on this, does the AC need to run for the 24 hours, or can this run for the business hour period of the 7 days?

Thanks.

Answered on 06/Aug/2025 08:31 AM:


Hi Paul

Yes it will need to run 24 hours. The aircon in question is located in the art gallery section of the precinct. The purpose of this is to maintain the integrity of the artwork during blackout periods, especially during the wet season where there is an increased risk the artwork becomes exposed to mould etc.

Question:
Hi,

Are you able to please direct me to the photos in the shared documents of the TYTO Main Switchboard? Should these appear in the Energy Audit File? The photos shared in the Addendum seem to have Pumps circuits in the board and we are trying to identify the 3 Power Meters that need to be consolidated to 1. Thanks, Paul

Answered on 08/Aug/2025 07:18 AM:


Good morning

The first photo in the shared document is the TYTO Main Switchboard.

Regards