One (1) x Water Cart Hire for Warri Gate Road CRC Pro
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About this tender
Bulloo Shire Council is seeking the services of a suitably qualified contractor to supply one (1) water cart for Warri Gate Road CRC Project, wet hire. Council is seeking a qualified and capable supplier to provide water cart services including backwatering along Warri Gate Road for works under Country Roads Connect Funding (CRC). The job location is located on Warri Gate Road in the Bulloo Shire and is approximately 200 km from Thargomindah. The Warri Gate Road is 187 km long, with gravel and sealed sections throughout and has a traffic count of 65 vehicles per day. Scope of Works: A summary of the scope of works is as follows. The scope summary should be read in conjunction with Part 3B – Tender Submission Form - Pricing Schedule. Wet hire of one (1) truck on 9/5 roster (9 days on and 5 days off) for the duration of the Warri Gate Road CRC Project from June 2026 to 30 th September 2026, weather permitting. 9/hr days for the 5 days of 9/5 roster for backwatering 45 hours per 5 days off. 450hrs total duration. Work Specifications The successful tenderer will be required to supply and operate water carts for the following purposes: • Dust suppression • Road Stabilisation • Other general construction purposes. • Tank Capacity: 32,000lts plus • Pumping Capacity: The pump/s must be able to fill and discharge the water tank efficiently, without impacting project productivity. • Spraying System: The water cart must be equipped with fully fuctional spraying system with a minimum reach of 6-8 metres. Alternating spray patterns as required. • Hook Up Point: The water cart must have a connection point compatible with road stabilisation machinery and desirably water connection cuplings. • Compliance: The water cart and operator must comply with all relevant regulations including: • Registration and licensing: The water cart must be registered and licensed for operation and public roads. • Safety: The water cart must meet all safety standards and be equipped with appropriate safety features. • Environment: The water cart must must operate in an environmentally responsible manner, minimising water waste and dust generation. Contact details Bulloo Shire Council Telephone: 0746218000 Email: council@bulloo.qld.gov.au
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