Gower Park Artificial Turf

Overview Hamilton City Council is seeking an experienced contractor to design and construct two synthetic-turf football fields at Gower Park, Hamilton Kirikiriroa. Purpose Demand for football and other winter field sports is increasing, while wet weather continues to affect the availability and reliability of natural-turf fields. This project will provide additional all-weather capacity on Fields 3 and 4 and support reliable, year-round community participation. Scope The successful contractor will deliver an integrated design-and-build solution. The scope includes: Design coordination Earthworks Drainage and stormwater management Pavement construction Synthetic turf installation, including permitted natural infill and shockpads Fencing, gates and accessways Associated civil, electrical and landscape works Independent testing and certification Commissioning and rectification Provision of warranties and asset information Operation and maintenance documentation Training and handover Contractor Requirements Council is seeking a safe, operational and maintainable facility with strong whole-of-life performance. Respondents must demonstrate: Relevant specialist experience Programme certainty Effective management of interfaces with park users and neighbouring properties Practical environmental controls Clear risk management Measurable Economic Benefit and Local Participation Council will not accept proposals limited to an individual turf component or which do not address the complete design-and-build solution. SBR, EPDM, TPE and other prohibited polymeric performance infills will not be accepted. Contract Terms and Conditions The contract is expected to be based on NZS 3916 Physical construction must be completed before the period reserved for testing, certification, required rectification, completion documentation and handover Instructions to Tenderers This is a single-stage, open competitive RFP.