Main Building Contractor for Matauri Bay School - Blocks 1, 5 & 6 Refurbishment
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About this tender
Overview The Ministry of Education (NZ) is seeking a main building contractor for the refurbishment and alteration of Blocks 1, 5 and 6 at Matauri Bay School, a rural Year 1-8 school located at 2223-2231 Whakarara Road, Matauri Bay, Northland. Purpose The works are intended to address identified lifecycle, weathertightness, accessibility, fire safety and building envelope deficiencies within Blocks 1, 5 and 6, and to deliver refurbished and modernised teaching, administration and support spaces that are safe, compliant, weather-tight and fit for purpose. Scope The scope includes: Roof replacement Cladding replacement Asbestos remediation Replacement joinery Ceiling replacement Insulation upgrades Flooring replacement Administration reconfiguration Accessibility improvements Objectives Renewal of ageing building elements including roofing, external cladding, windows, doors, ceilings, flooring and insulation to extend asset life and reduce future maintenance requirements Improved building performance through upgraded thermal envelope components, replacement joinery, ceiling systems and insulation in accordance with current Ministry of Education standards Improved accessibility through the construction of a new compliant entrance, decking and accessible ramp Enhanced administration facilities including alterations to administration spaces, Principal's office, sickbay and storage area Safe removal and replacement of asbestos-containing building elements A staged construction programme that allows the school to remain operational throughout the works while maintaining safety for students, staff and visitors
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