Kerb Replacement Program

Overview Port Pirie Regional Council invites submissions for the replacement of nominated segments of road stormwater kerbing throughout the region as part of Council's Annual Kerb Replacement Program, as detailed in the Request for Tender (RFT). Scope The scope of work includes the removal and replacement of existing kerb sections at four separate locations within Port Pirie and Crystal Brook. The contractor will be responsible for: Safe removal and disposal of the existing kerb Installation of new kerb to Council specifications Ensuring all works comply with relevant standards and regulations Maintaining site safety and minimising disruption to the public Disposal of all waste material Reinstatement of the road surface Segmented Kerb, Kerb and Water Table, and Spoon Drain Removal and replacement of nominated sections of kerb and water table along with sections of spoon drain as directed by Council Where existing concrete kerb and spoon drain have sunk or subsided, allowance for an additional 100 mm of new base as part of the works to restore the required levels Road Surface Reinstatement Patches reinstated to provide an even road surface and direct runoff into the water table Where kerbing is replaced on a spray seal or slurry road, reinstatement of the road surface using a double seal of spray emulsion with 5/10 mm stone Where kerbing is replaced on an asphalt road, reinstatement of the road surface using a compacted 40 mm thick AC10 hot mix asphalt layer, with patches primed using a suitable asphalt primer and joins between existing asphalt and new works also primed Traffic Management Minimising obstruction and inconvenience to the public, and assuming responsibility and all charges or costs associated with providing for the safe conduct of traffic through or around the works, from the date of possession of the site to the date of practical completion Maintaining one lane of traffic in each direction at all times, with minimum lane widths of 3.2 m Complying with Australian Standard AS 1742.3 Traffic Control for Works on Roads unless specified otherwise Detailing proposed traffic control arrangements, including a timetable for installation of traffic control and warning devices and the location of proposed signs including advisory speed limit signs Submitting the traffic control plan to the Superintendent for approval, and providing the name, address, and telephone number of the person responsible for the traffic control system Not commencing works until formal approval of the traffic control plan has been granted; submission of the traffic control plan constitutes a Hold Point Supplying, erecting, and maintaining necessary warning devices, relocating or removing them when directed, and ensuring all devices are clean, clear, and legible at all times, removing signs and devices when no longer required Obtaining prior approval for any amendments to the traffic control plan Employing traffic controllers where necessary to control traffic whenever there is a possibility of danger to traffic or when movement is restricted to one direction, in accordance with AS 1742, with the traffic controller remaining at the head of halted traffic queues and additional controllers provided as required to ensure all vehicles remain stationary until it is safe to proceed Ensuring traffic controllers always wear a fluorescent safety vest Not permitting single lane working for two-way traffic Providing access to adjacent properties and side streets at all times, suitable for the type and frequency of traffic requiring such access, and erecting signs detailing any alternative accesses Ensuring traffic has right of way at all times unless a system of traffic control (traffic controllers or temporary traffic lights) is provided Not using trafficked areas for materials storage or parking, and not leaving equipment or tools unattended so as to create a hazard to the public Contractor Requirements The Council requires a qualified contractor to undertake the replacement of kerbing that is no longer performing its intended function Contract Terms and Conditions Council's preferred completion date for the works is 28 February 2027 Site Inspection Tenderers may request a site inspection if required. Site visits can be arranged by contacting Alan Bennett at abennett@pirie.sa.gov.au. All requested site inspections must be arranged and undertaken prior to Thursday, 15 October 2026. Instructions to Tenderers Tenderers must lodge their submissions electronically via Council's file transfer facility using the link provided in Clause 2.2, Lodgement of Tenders, of Section B, Conditions of Tender. No submissions will be accepted via a physical tender box. Enquiries Contact: Glenn Miller Office: +61 (08) 86339620 Email: gmiller@pirie.sa.gov.au