Hydrological Investigations to understand the relationship between irrigation and groundwater

Advance notice — not yet open for submissionsExpected tender release: 16 October 2026 — indicative and subject to change

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Overview The Mallee Catchment Management Authority (CMA) is seeking suitably qualified consultant(s) to undertake field investigations into the hydrogeological processes operating beneath irrigated landscapes and adjacent floodplains. Purpose This work will examine how irrigation influences underlying groundwater systems and provide the information needed to support groundwater modelling that assesses salinity impacts. Objectives The project aims to build a clear understanding of irrigation driven groundwater processes and develop practical options for managing both irrigation and groundwater to support long term sustainable water use. Scope The scope includes: Undertaking field investigations to determine the hydrogeological processes operating beneath irrigated landscapes and adjacent floodplains Examining how irrigation influences underlying groundwater systems Providing information to support groundwater modelling that assesses salinity impacts Contractor Requirements Suitably qualified consultant(s) with expertise in hydrogeological field investigations Enquiries Contact: Grace Farnsworth, Contractual Phone: +61 (3) 50018600 Email: tenders@malleecma.com.au

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