Maffra-Newry Road Drainage Upgrade
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview Wellington Shire Council invites suitably qualified and experienced civil contractors to submit tenders for the Maffra-Newry Road Drainage Upgrade project. Scope The scope includes: Drainage channel rehabilitation Culvert replacement Headwall construction Pavement reconstruction Erosion protection Associated reinstatement works Contract Terms and Conditions Practical Completion: 29 January 2027 Instructions to Tenderers Tender documents are available via the eTendering portal. Tenderers must register with Council to access the documents on the eTendering portal. Tenders must be submitted electronically through the eTendering portal no later than 2:00 pm Wednesday, 23 September 2026. Late submissions, facsimile or hard copy tenders will not be accepted. Wellington Shire Council is not bound to accept the lowest or any tender. Enquiries All enquiries and requests for information regarding this tender must be submitted through the eTendering portal.
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