Question:
To whom it may concern,

Can you please provide a response to the following queries relating to the subject RFT:

1) Can you please confirm the quantities detailed in the Tender Schedules - 2. Schedule of Prices. These quantities (pipe lengths and fitting numbers) don't appear to match those noted in the water and sewer scope documents or drawings provided.

2) Can you please confirm which sections of sewer main are to be open trenched (if any) in accordance with item 4.3 of the Tender Schedules - 2. Schedule of Prices?

3) Can you please confirm which sections of sewer main are to be relined (if any) in accordance with item 4.4 of the Tender Schedules - 2. Schedule of Prices?

4) Can you please confirm if you require PN8 HDPE sewer main (as per provided drawings and schedule) or PN10 HDPE sewer main (as per the scope document)?

5) Can you please confirm if the existing water main material type is known i.e. AC, CICL etc. and if not what we should assume for pricing purposes?

Thanks in advance.

Answered on 05/Jan/2026 09:00 AM:


Good morning,

Thank you for your queries, please see below responses:

1) Can you please confirm the quantities detailed in the Tender Schedules - 2. Schedule of Prices. These quantities (pipe lengths and fitting numbers) don't appear to match those noted in the water and sewer scope documents or drawings provided.

Please find attached the revised Schedule of Prices which reflects the actual quantities.

2) Can you please confirm which sections of sewer main are to be open trenched (if any) in accordance with item 4.3 of the Tender Schedules - 2. Schedule of Prices?

Yes, that is correct. Please note that the quantities are schedule of rates items which may change during construction.

3) Can you please confirm which sections of sewer main are to be relined (if any) in accordance with item 4.4 of the Tender Schedules - 2. Schedule of Prices?

Yes, that is correct. Please note that the quantities are schedule of rates items which may change during construction.

4) Can you please confirm if you require PN8 HDPE sewer main (as per provided drawings and schedule) or PN10 HDPE sewer main (as per the scope document)?

It is PN8 HDPE PE100 pipes.

5) Can you please confirm if the existing water main material type is known i.e. AC, CICL etc. and if not what we should assume for pricing purposes?

The existing main to be kept in situ and don’t need to remove from ground. The existing water main to be considered AC for pricing purposes.

Kind regards

CGRC

Question:
Dear Sir/Madam,

We seek clarification on the following matters:

1. Alternative Installation Methods

We note the specification requires 100m of pipe bursting and 50m of CIPP lining. Given the relatively small quantities involved, these methods may not attract competitive pricing from specialist subcontractors.

Would Council consider alternative installation methods such as underboring or open trenching for these sections? If so, does Council have a preference between trenching or underbore for these sections?

We believe offering this flexibility would attract more competitive tender submissions and potentially deliver cost savings to Council.

2. Wills Street Quantity Discrepancy

Please clarify the correct pipe length for Wills Street. The pricing schedule indicates 186m, however the drawings appear to show approximately 503m to be replaced.

We would appreciate confirmation of the correct quantity to ensure accurate pricing.

Answered on 06/Jan/2026 08:42 AM:


Good morning,

Thank you for your queries. Please see below responses:

1. Alternative Installation Method: In accordance with the Technical Specifications, the final quantities and applicable construction methodologies will be confirmed following completion of the CCTV inspection.

Council is open to considering alternative construction methodologies. However, any proposed alternative methodology must be supported by a compliant submission for Council’s assessment and approval prior to acceptance.

It is further noted that the Schedule of Rates items are subject to change during construction, based on actual site conditions and confirmed methodology.

2. Wills Street – Quantity Discrepancy: A revised Schedule of Prices has been issued, which reflects the corrected and actual quantities applicable to Wills Street.

Kind regards

CGRC