Operational Site Enhancements

Closes in 11 daysSubmission deadline: 24 November 2026, 02:00 PM Australia/Adelaide

About this tender

Overview SA Water Corporation is undertaking an open Request for Information (RFI) process to better understand supplier capabilities, market capacity, delivery models and innovative solutions for cellular and Wi-Fi assessment and remediation services at SA Water sites. Scope Provision of cellular and Wi-Fi assessment and remediation services for SA Water sites Contractor Requirements Responses will be assessed against the following criteria: Compliance with Schedule S, Declaration of Unlawful Collusion Compliance with SA Water safety induction and Blue Card requirements Compliance with SA Water cybersecurity requirements and associated security obligations Acknowledgement and acceptance of Schedule 19, Schedule 20, and Schedule 21, which may be incorporated into the final contract documentation Ability to undertake site audits and produce coverage analysis reports Capability to provide telecommunications solutions across 4G/5G, wireless, and satellite technologies Acceptance of prime contractor responsibility for project delivery and subcontractor management Ability and capacity to service both metropolitan and regional SA Water sites Ability to complete the work safely, efficiently, and within SA Water's required timeframes Ability to provide auxiliary services in support of the primary offering, including construction, commissioning, and electrical services Financial capacity (pre-evaluation) Social procurement outcomes, including Modern Slavery compliance and Aboriginal engagement initiatives Demonstrated technical capability, knowledge, and experience Resource availability, including suitably qualified personnel, tools, and infrastructure to undertake site audits, develop heat maps and coverage reports, conduct field investigations, and deliver implementation services Relevant references and demonstrated past performance Safety, sustainability, compliance, and operational experience The evaluation will seek to identify the respondent that offers the best overall value to SA Water, taking into consideration capability, capacity, risk, commercial suitability, and alignment with SA Water's operational and strategic requirements. Instructions to Tenderers Following evaluation of RFI responses, shortlisted suppliers will be invited to participate in a Request for Quotation (RFQ) process. The RFQ is anticipated to be released in mid-November, with responses closing in early December. Contract commencement is expected in January 2027. Please submit an RFI Proposal via SA Water's Supplier Portal, utilising the provided "Supplier Portal How to submit an RFx proposal" document as well as the "How to access SA Water's public requests for proposal" document. Once you have downloaded and reviewed the instructions, please click on the link below: https://supplierportal.sawater.com.au/page.aspx/en/rfp/request_browse_public Enquiries Anjana Dissanayake Office: +61 (08) 7424 anjana.dissanayake@sawater.com.au Marjan Afrouzfar Office: +61 (08) 7424 2880 marjan.afrouzfar@sawater.com.au

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