Olinda Creek Pedestrian Bridge Lilydale Lake Design and Construct
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview Yarra Ranges Shire Council (ABN 21 973 226 012) is inviting tenders from suitably experienced parties for the design and construction of the Olinda Creek Pedestrian Bridge at Lilydale Lake, 435 Swansea Road, Lilydale (Melways Ref: 38E6). About Lilydale Lake is a public recreation area used by pedestrians, families, runners, cyclists, maintenance crews and visitors. This project is an outcome of the Lilydale Lake Master Plan, adopted in 2024, and is supported by funding through the Federal Community Infrastructure: Thriving Suburbs & Growing Regions grant program, which has provided a $1.5 million grant for improvements to the recreation space and an upgrade to existing infrastructure. Purpose The existing crossing of Olinda Creek is informal and consists of rocks within the creek, which does not provide a suitable long-term pedestrian crossing. Council is seeking a safe, durable and low-maintenance pedestrian bridge that connects practically into the existing path network. Scope The scope includes: Design and construction of a pedestrian bridge across Olinda Creek at Lilydale Lake Formalising pedestrian access across Olinda Creek between the existing path network, the dog off-leash area, the car parking area and nearby recreation facilities Contract Terms and Conditions Construction start date shall be no later than 30 April 2027 Practical Completion shall be reached no later than 25 June 2027 Enquiries Procurement Officer: Melinda Robson Email: M.Robson@yarraranges.vic.gov.au
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