Sitewide Wastewater Investigation and Remediation at Milson School
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview The Ministry of Education (NZ) is seeking a contractor to undertake a sitewide wastewater investigation and remediation works at Milson School, following persistent wastewater blockages affecting several toilet blocks. Purpose The intended outcome is to confirm the condition, location and performance of the school's wastewater network, identify defects and blockages, complete approved urgent minor repairs where required, and provide the information needed to plan any longer-term remediation or maintenance works. Scope The scope includes: Sitewide CCTV investigation of the existing sewer pipework to identify the cause of the wastewater blockages Completion of approved urgent minor repairs where required As the works may be disruptive and involve access to toilet blocks and underground services, the investigation and any urgent minor repairs should be planned to minimise disruption to school operations and should be scheduled during school holiday periods.
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