Dargaville High School – Shade Structure Installation

Closes in 8 daysSubmission deadline: 10 November 2026, 05:00 PM Pacific/Auckland

About this tender

Overview Dargaville High School is seeking a contractor for the turn-key design and build of a standalone, open-ended tensile membrane canopy over the existing asphalt multi-sport courts at Dargaville High School. Scope The scope includes: Structural engineering, 3D modelling, and working and shop drawings Obtaining building consent, including all documentation and producer statements (PS1, PS3 and PS4) needed for the Code Compliance Certificate Supply and installation of a NZ-fabricated, hot-dip galvanised steel frame with a minimum 50-year design life, compliant with the NZ Building Code, AS/NZS 5131 and AC1828 Supply and installation of a PVC tensile membrane (SKY W9400 or equivalent) with a maximum of 13% light transmission, low glare and a minimum 25-year pro rata warranty Installation of bored pier foundations, independent of existing buildings, with an indicative concept of about 14 piers, each 900mm in diameter and 3.0 to 3.5m deep Concrete and asphalt cutting, spoil disposal, and reinstating the court surface around each post Installation of rainwater collection connected to the existing stormwater system Any geotechnical investigation needed, and locating underground services Provision of as-built drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, and warranties at handover Contract Terms and Conditions The works are on an operating school site Works will be delivered in a single stage with one handover at Practical Completion

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