Forbes Shire Council
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Tender: Design and Construction of Dog and Duck Bridge over Bundaburrah Creek (Wirrinya Road, 9 km south of Forbes)

Released 2 days ago

Closes03 Dec 2026
Likely valueEstimate$300K to $6.4MInflation adjusted
LocationForbes, NSW
AgencyForbes Shire Council
SourceForbes Shire Council
CategoryInfrastructure
18 days leftCloses Thu, 3 Dec 2026

Forbes Shire Council is seeking a supplier for the detailed design, certification and construction of a bridge over the existing Dog and Duck Floodway on Wirrinya Road at Bundaburrah Creek, approximately 9 km south of Forbes. Funded through the NSW Government Regional Transport Resilience Fund, the project aims to improve the resilience, safety and serviceability of the existing crossing. Environmental assessment and hydraulic investigations have been completed and the project is ready to proceed to detailed design and construction. The appointed contractor will be responsible for the detailed design, certification and construction of the bridge structure in accordance with the Specification. Issued by Forbes Shire Council. Closing date: 03/Dec/2026 02:00 PM (UTC+10:00). Reference number: VP533563. Specification documents: 8. Contact person: Not disclosed.

Tender breakdown

From 8 documents
Bridge design and constructionLump sum
TodayBriefing24 NovCloses3 DecStart30 JunComplete1 Sep
Watch out for7

Council-supplied geotech and hydraulic info is for information only — you remain responsible for detailed design and any additional investigations

Site is flood-prone with shallow groundwater (~5.5 m) and deeper loose sands — risk of scour and differential settlement; pier construction in creek not recommended

Fisheries permits (Part 7A Sec 200 FM Act) and possibly fish passage obstruction permits required due to Key Fish Habitat mapping

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Documents8

Grouped by what each file is for

Tender documents1The main request: what they want, how to respond and the rules.
Scope and specifications1What is being bought: the work, standards and requirements.
Forms to return1Fill these in and send them back with your response.
Drawings, plans and photos1Site plans, design drawings, CAD files and photos.
Contract and conditions1The contract you would sign and its terms.
Reports and background3Studies, reports and plans to read for context.

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