Installation of Council Supplied Smart Water Meters
Tender Overview
About this tender
The City of Townsville is seeking a contractor to install Council-supplied smart water meters. This project involves field-based water meter changeovers and installations on potable water services. The work requires licensed plumbing capability and experience with water service connections, isolation and valves, testing, and reinstatement.
Frequently asked questions
- The scope involves installation of Council-supplied water meters, including field-based water meter changeovers and installs on potable water services.
- The contractor must have licensed plumbing capability and experience with water service connections, isolation and valves, testing, and reinstatement.
- The City of Townsville is managing this tender.
- The work is located in Townsville, Queensland.
- This tender falls under Building & Facility Construction & Maintenance Services, specifically Plumbing & Gas Fitting Water & Sewage, Pipes & Valves & Fittings, and Water Meters.
- The tender reference number is PSA00269.
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