Pavement Strengthening, Apron Expansion and Airfield Ground Lighting – Onslow
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview The Shire of Ashburton is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from suitably qualified and experienced construction contractors for the delivery of the Onslow Airport Runway Pavement Strengthening and Aircraft Capacity Expansion Project. Purpose The Project forms a critical infrastructure upgrade to support the continued safe operation of Onslow Airport and accommodate larger Code C aircraft, ensuring long-term serviceability and regional connectivity. Scope The scope includes: Pavement strengthening works at Onslow Airport Apron expansion works at Onslow Airport Airfield ground lighting works at Onslow Airport Contractor Requirements Demonstrated capability, capacity, and relevant experience to deliver construction works of this nature Instructions to Tenderers This EOI is a pre-qualification and shortlisting process intended to identify contractors with the demonstrated capability, capacity, and relevant experience to be invited to participate in a subsequent Request for Tender (RFT) for the construction works.
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