Katherine Region - Buntine Highway - Upgrade to Two Lane Seal Standard - 10.0km to 26.5km
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About this tender
Overview This tender is for the upgrade of a 16.5km section of the Buntine Highway, from 10.0km to 26.5km, in the Katherine Region, from the existing single lane seal to a two-lane seal standard. Scope The scope includes but is not limited to: Earthworks in cut and fill Drainage works including culverts and floodways Extraction and processing of gravel material Construction of a 10m carriageway formation with a 9m bitumen seal (two 3.5m lanes) Contract Terms and Conditions Estimated Price Range: $20M to $40M Enquiries Project Officer: Nickolas Rakkas Phone: 0400 270 900 (if outside Australia call +61 400 270 900)
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