Meerkat Exhibit Upgrade - Detailed Design, Construction, Landscape and Play Area Works

Overview Perth Zoo is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced design and construct contractor to undertake the detailed design, construction, landscaping, visitor play area works and associated infrastructure required for the Meerkat Exhibit Upgrade. The project aims to transform the existing exhibit into a contemporary, fit-for-purpose habitat that supports animal wellbeing, enhances visitor engagement and creates a key gathering destination within the southern gateway to the Savannah Precinct. Scope The scope includes: Detailed design and construction for the Meerkat Exhibit Upgrade Expansion of the existing Meerkat exhibit into the current Porcupine exhibit Delivery of landscape and visitor realm improvements Nature-based play elements and visitor play area works Interpretation and viewing opportunities Supporting infrastructure and all associated works necessary to provide a complete, operational and integrated facility Contractor Requirements Suitably qualified and experienced in design and construct contracting Tender Briefing and Site Inspection A mandatory briefing/site inspection for prospective Respondents will be conducted at: Date: Friday 30 October 2026 Time: 10.30 AM Western Australia Location: Perth Zoo, 20 Labouchere Road, South Perth WA Meeting Point: Perth Zoo Administration Building The Respondent is requested to confirm its attendance by no later than 4PM, Western Australia on 28 October 2026 by contacting Eunice Opemee via email eunice.opemee@dbca.wa.gov.au. Failure to attend the briefing will result in the Offer being ineligible for further consideration. Attendance at the briefing is a pre-requisite to submission and consideration of a bid. Enquiries Enquiries Contact: Eunice Opemee, email eunice.opemee@dbca.wa.gov.au Technical Contact: Dr Katja Geschke, Manager Strategic Projects, email Katja.Geschke@dbca.wa.gov.au