ILWCI+ Principal Construction Contract
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview The Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO) invites submissions from experienced and suitably qualified Principal Construction Contractors to participate in Stage 1 of a two-stage Request for Tender (RFT) process for the Intermediate Level Waste Capacity Increase (ILWCI+) Project. Scope The scope includes: Design finalisation Constructability review Design coordination Procurement Specialist fabrication Construction Testing and commissioning of complex industrial facilities Instructions to Tenderers Stage 1 will assess contractor suitability and capability, with shortlisted respondents invited to participate in the Stage 2 tender process, where detailed project documentation will be provided. Contractor Requirements Conditions for Participation Be a legal entity capable of entering into the Contract Demonstrate experience acting as Principal Contractor on at least one industrial, infrastructure, energy or process facility project exceeding $30 million in value completed by the Supplier within the last ten (10) years Hold current FSC Accreditation Be capable of complying with the insurance requirements of the proposed Contract before contract award Compliant with ISO Standards: ISO 14001-2015 Environmental Management System, ISO 45001-2018 Safety Management System and ISO 9001-2015 Quality Management System Enquiries Contact: Michelle Jenks Email: jenksm@ansto.gov.au
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