Coffs Harbour Bypass – Ecological Services – Connectivity Monitoring Services - CDP

Overview Transport for NSW is seeking tenders from experienced ecological specialists to undertake monitoring and survey services for the Coffs Harbour Bypass. About The Coffs Harbour Bypass (the project) involves the construction of a 12-kilometre bypass of Coffs Harbour from south of Englands Road to Korora Hill in the north and a two-kilometre upgrade of the existing highway between Korora Hill and Sapphire. The project includes a four-lane divided highway that bypasses Coffs Harbour, passing through North Boambee Valley, Roberts Hill and then traversing the foothills of the Coffs Harbour basin to the west and north to Korora Hill. The Threatened Species Management Plan identified mitigation measures for the project, including the monitoring of fauna connectivity structures and road mortality during the project's operational phase. Purpose The purpose of the monitoring program is to provide robust information that draws sound conclusions around the effectiveness of fauna fencing and connectivity mitigation measures. The monitoring program will also inform further actions for adaptive management. Scope The scope includes: Monitoring of fauna connectivity structures for the Coffs Harbour Bypass Monitoring of road mortality during the project's operational phase Instructions to Tenderers Prospective tenderers will need to complete, sign and return the Confidentiality Deed Poll (CDP) in accordance with the instructions in that deed prior to being given access to the Coffs Harbour Bypass - Ecological Services - Connectivity Monitoring (26.0000139267.0153) tender opportunity. Enquiries Contact: Tracey Hamilton Email: RegionalProcurement@transport.nsw.gov.au