Alice Springs Region - Larapinta Drive 168 km to 193 km - Mereenie Loop Upgrade

Advance notice — not yet open for submissionsExpected tender release: 31 December 2026 — indicative and subject to change

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Overview The Department of Logistics and Infrastructure (NT) is seeking a contractor to upgrade a section of Larapinta Drive, known as the Mereenie Loop, in the Alice Springs Region. The estimated price range for the works is $40M to $60M. Scope The scope includes: Upgrade of the existing unsealed section of Larapinta Drive between chainage 168 km and 193 km (Mereenie Loop) to a two-lane seal standard Construction of a 9.0m sealed rural arterial road on a 10.0m formation Construction within the extents of the existing road alignment Enquiries Project Officer: Victor Jay 08 8951 5094 (if outside Australia call +61 8 8951 5094)

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