ESTJ9360PH1T2 - Alternate Energy Solution (AES)
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview The Department of Defence, Australian Defence Export Office, is issuing this notice regarding an upcoming approach to market for an Alternate Energy Solution (AES) project. About The Capital Facilities and Infrastructure (CFI) branch is responsible for developing and delivering capital facilities and infrastructure projects across the Defence estate. This includes one project with an approved or estimated capital value of $80,000,000 to $100,000,000. Scope The scope relates to a Commonwealth funded facility project focused on delivering an Alternate Energy Solution (AES) for DARC. The scope includes: Delivery of an AES to supplement the power otherwise generated by the existing DARC diesel power station Achievement of no less than a 43% renewable energy mix, with opportunities for an increased renewable energy mix to be explored through the design development process Delivery of the AES in the form of a solar array and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Instructions to Tenderers This is a notice of an upcoming approach to market only. Prospective tenderers are not entitled to make any claim for, and the Commonwealth shall not be liable for, any liability, costs or loss incurred as a result of any delay in the release of the Invitation to Register (ITR). Enquiries Contact: Michelle Chew Email: michelle.chew@bureauveritas.com
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