Bridge Design Program 2026-2027
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About this tender
Overview Mount Alexander Shire Council is seeking a consultant to provide bridge design services under the Bridge Design Program 2026-2027. The services comprise two separable portions, and Council may award one or both portions, with this to be confirmed prior to contract execution. Scope The scope includes: Separable Portion A: design of a heritage compliant replacement for Zeal Bridge on Colles Road, Moonlight Flat, Castlemaine, to rehabilitate Bridge BR003137 Separable Portion B: design of a new structure along Metcalfe Taradale Road over the Coliban River, Taradale, adjacent to Bridge BR003230 (Todds Bridge) Site Inspection Consultants must attend the mandatory site inspection for their submission to be considered for evaluation. Date: Tuesday 13 October 2026 Time: 10:30am Meeting point: Civic Centre Customer Service, 27 Lyttleton Street, Castlemaine RSVP: procurement@mountalexander.vic.gov.au by COB, Monday 12 October 2026
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