Construction - Bight Bridge Replacement

Closes in 77 daysSubmission deadline: 22 January 2027, 02:00 PM Australia/Sydney

About this tender

Overview MidCoast Council is seeking tenders from suitably qualified and experienced civil contractors to replace Bight Bridge, Wingham NSW 2429. The bridge was severely impacted by a record-breaking flood event in May 2025 and is now eligible for replacement under NSW Reconstruction Authority (NSW RA) guidelines. About MidCoast Council has completed detailed investigations, detailed designs, Transport for NSW (TfNSW) specifications, and GC21 tender and contract documentation for the bridge replacement. Scope The new bridge is approximately 175m in length with 200m of approach roads. The scope includes: Bored concrete piles Cast in situ headstock and abutments and precast planks Concrete deck Regular performance barriers and twin rail Embankment and scour protection Demolition of the existing bridge structure and associated displaced deck units Contractor Requirements Suitably qualified and experienced civil contractor Contract Terms and Conditions Construction commencement is subject to receipt of a suitable tender and NSW RA construction funding approvals Tender Briefing and Site Inspection A mandatory pretender site meeting has been scheduled. Date: Monday 16 November 2026 Attendance: Mandatory Please refer to the RFT for further details.

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