GoC Supply and Install of Planting and Landscaping works

Overview Hawkesbury City Council is seeking a contractor to supply and install planting and landscaping works under the NSW Government's Greening our City Program. About The New South Wales (NSW) Government has established the Greening our City Program (the Program), which aims to help councils deliver urban tree canopy and biodiverse understorey plantings that will increase canopy, reduce urban heat and support local biodiversity. Objectives The objectives of the Program are to: Deliver tree canopy and biodiverse understorey plantings that reduce urban heat, increase liveability and support biodiversity in urban areas Prioritise urban greening projects in low canopy and high urban heat areas Support projects that align with the Biodiversity in Place Framework Support projects that service areas identified under the Low and Mid-rise Housing Policy Support projects that align with local urban greening strategies and canopy targets, including those developed under the Greener Neighbourhoods program Support projects that enhance use of public places, through cooling and greening of streets, parks, public plazas and active transport routes Support projects that demonstrate principles of Connecting to Country Scope The Contractor shall supply, transport and install trees at the locations nominated by Council, in accordance with the approved planting schedule, project specifications and relevant Australian Standards. The scope includes: Supply and installation of nominated tree species in 45-litre, 75-litre and 100-litre sizes, as specified in the planting schedule Development of detailed design methodologies of tree planting and excavation Ensuring all trees supplied are healthy, disease-free, well-established and compliant with the specified size, species and quality requirements Preparation of planting locations, including excavation of planting holes to accommodate the root ball and provide suitable growing conditions Incorporation of water-retention crystals into the planting soil in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications and project requirements Supply and installation of suitable soil amendments, where specified, to promote healthy root development and successful tree establishment Supply and application of an appropriate layer of mulch around each newly planted tree, ensuring adequate coverage while maintaining clearance around the tree trunk Supply and installation of appropriate tree stakes, supports and ties to provide adequate stability during the establishment period, installed without damaging the tree or restricting its natural growth Planting all trees at the correct depth required for the species, with the root flare visible above the finished soil level, and adequate watering immediately following installation Reinstatement of all disturbed surfaces, including road verges, footpaths, garden beds and other affected areas, to a condition acceptable to Council Removal and disposal of all surplus materials, packaging, excavated waste and debris generated during the works Tender Briefing A tender briefing will be held for this opportunity. Date: 28 October 2026 Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Location: Hawkesbury City Council Main Building, 366 George Street, Windsor NSW 2756, HCC Small Committee Room Enquiries Contact: Asmaa Aboueish Email: procurement@hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au Phone: 0245604432