Replacement of Oaky River Bridge Wakefield Rd Wollomombi
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About this tender
Overview Armidale Regional Council is seeking a suitably experienced civil contractor to undertake the replacement of Oaky River Bridge on Wakefield Road, Wollomombi. Scope The scope includes: Installation of a temporary Principal provided temporary bridge Demolition of the existing timber bridge Supply and installation of a single span proprietary low-cost structure All associated works Contractor Requirements Suitably experienced civil contractor Tender Briefing and Site Inspection A pre-tender briefing meeting will be held on site at Oaky River on Wakefield Road, Wollomombi, approximately 54km east of Armidale. Date: 29 October 2026 Time: 10.00 a.m. Location: Oaky River, Wakefield Road, Wollomombi Attendance: Not mandatory, but highly recommended Attendees are asked to register their intention to attend through the forum or by contacting Adam Bashford by email at abashford@armidale.nsw.gov.au. Instructions to Tenderers Tenders must be lodged via Council's E-tendering website Late tenders will not be accepted The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted Enquiries Enquiries regarding this tender may be directed through Vendor Panel to the Project Manager, Adam Bashford.
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