Ausgrid HV Augmentation Works for the Apex Park Redevelopment Project
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About this tender
Overview Cessnock City Council is seeking a Lump Sum Tender for Ausgrid HV augmentation and associated works to support the redevelopment of Apex Park, Cessnock. About The project is being funded from contributions by the Commonwealth via the Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program (rPPP). Funding will support construction at Apex Park within the Cessnock Business District. The project will transform an underutilised park into a precinct connecting local businesses, community groups, service providers and the Cessnock Pool recreation area. The Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program is part of the Australian Government's Community Infrastructure Program. The redevelopment consists of: Naturalization to the drainage channel Landscaping and cultural artwork Carparking, lighting, shelters and footpaths Purpose The purpose of the project is to carry out early works to support the redevelopment of Apex Park, Cessnock. Objectives The objectives of the Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program are to: Facilitate place-based and partnership approaches to planning, design, stewardship and accountability Provide targeted benefits related to productivity, equity, and resilience for the people of regional, rural and remote Australia Support community priorities for regional cities, rural or remote centres and areas Reflect the Australian Government's approach outlined in the Regional Investment Framework Scope The scope includes: Provision of a Lump Sum Tender for the Apex Park Ausgrid HV augmentation and associated works Instructions to Tenderers The Contract Documentation includes Electrical Design documents, Geotechnical Reports, Survey, Services information, Preliminaries, Australian Standards and Codes of Practice. Tender Briefing A pre-tender meeting will be held for this opportunity. Date: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 Time: 1pm Location: Apex Park, Cessnock
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