Develop Generic Geological Disposal Concepts and Facility Design
Tender Overview
About this tender
The Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources seeks engineering consulting services to develop generic geological disposal concepts and facility designs. This tender covers engineering and research services for disposal facility design work across multiple Australian locations spanning Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, Northern Territory, Australian Capital Territory, and Tasmania. The scope includes development of generic disposal facility designs suitable for government use.
Frequently asked questions
- The tender seeks development of generic geological disposal concepts and facility design. Work involves engineering consulting services for disposal facility designs.
- The Department of Industry, Science and Energy and Resources is issuing this tender.
- The tender reference number is 004-ARWA-2026/27.
- This tender falls under Engineering & Research & Technical Based Services, specifically Engineering Consulting Services.
- The tender covers multiple regions across all Australian states and territories, including areas in Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, Northern Territory, Australian Capital Territory, and Tasmania.
- Generic disposal facility designs are being requested as part of this engineering consulting engagement.
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