26747-030-HC1-EZL0-00007- Overhead Power Transmission Line - Kangwinan Project
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About this tender
Overview Rio Tinto Limited is seeking a contractor to design and construct 22 kV overhead power distribution infrastructure for the Kangwinan Project. About The Kangwinan Project is located near Norman Creek on the Cape York Peninsula, approximately 60 km south of Weipa. A bauxite processing plant and materials handling system will be constructed on the southern side of Norman Creek to process crude bauxite ore and transport the export bauxite product approximately 15 km south-east via overland conveyor to the existing Amrun stockyard. Scope The scope includes: Design and construction of the 22 kV overhead power distribution infrastructure required for the Kangwinan Project Provision of associated underground crossings, switching, protection, earthing and fibre-optic communications Supply of the Norman Creek facilities Completion of modifications to the existing overhead power distribution network, including testing, documentation, high-voltage audit support and commissioning assistance Contract Terms and Conditions Scheduled milestones for this project are as follows: Contract Award: Mid 2027 Mobilisation to site: Q1 2028 How to Apply For general expressions of interest, please contact the Industry Capability Network Queensland on +61 (7) 3364 0670 or register your interest via Gateway by ICN. Enquiries Project Primary Contact: Rohini Kumar, Supply Chain Officer - Projects Phone: +61 07 3364 0670
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