Dredging - The Entrance Channel 2027 & 2028
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Overview Central Coast Council is inviting tender submissions for Contract CPA/000896, Dredging - The Entrance Channel 2027, for the engagement of an experienced dredging contractor to carry out dredging works under Council's supervision. Scope The scope includes: Dredging works at The Entrance Channel under Council's supervision Removal of an anticipated 30,000 to 60,000 cubic metres of sand from the channel, with the required volume and dredge plan to be directed by Council Council work crews will separately manage the sand nourishment component of the works. Contractor Requirements Experienced dredging contractor Contract Terms and Conditions Contract Number: CPA/000896 Proposed dredging period: April 2027 to September 2027 Instructions to Tenderers There is no onsite tender briefing for this opportunity. All enquiries in relation to the specific requirements of this tender are to be directed to the Electronic Tendering Portal Forum page prior to the closing time.
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