Palm Cove Reservoir refurbishment (SES)
Tender Overview
About this tender
Cairns Regional Council is seeking tender submissions for the Palm Cove Reservoir refurbishment project, located in Cairns and Far North Queensland. This project is classified as State Essential Services (SES). The work involves refurbishment of the Palm Cove Reservoir to maintain and improve essential water infrastructure in the region. Interested contractors and service providers should reference tender number 503539 when submitting expressions of interest or proposals.
Frequently asked questions
- Cairns Regional Council is the agency managing this tender.
- The project is located in Cairns and Far North Queensland (QLD).
- The tender reference number is 503539.
- This is a Palm Cove Reservoir refurbishment project classified as State Essential Services (SES).
How to respond to this tender
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