Calf Rearing Services for the Ellinbank SmartFarm

Overview

Introduction The opportunity The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is the Victorian Government’s lead agency for supporting thriving, productive and sustainable communities, environments and industries. The role of DEECA is to work together to create a liveable, inclusive and sustainable Victoria with thriving natural environments - where the community is at the centre of everything we do. The Department is seeking responses to this Request for Tender (RFT) reference T2026-0108 for the provision of calf rearing services for the Ellinbank SmartFarm. Structure of RFT • Introduction – contains an overview of the opportunity presented in, and the objectives of, this RFT. • Part A – Conditions of Tendering sets out the rules applying to the RFT documents and to the Tendering Process. These rules are deemed to be accepted by all Tenderers and by all persons having received or obtained the RFT. • Part B – Specification describes the Goods and/or Services in respect of which the Department invites Tenders from interested persons. • Part C – Proposed Contract contains the terms and conditions in compliance with which the Department desires the Goods and/or Services set out in Part B to be provided. • Part D – Tenderer’s Response specifies the information, including pricing information, to be provided in a Tender and may also specify any information to be provided by a Tenderer by other means. RFT Objectives The Department is seeking responses to this RFT for the provision of calf rearing services for the Ellinbank SmartFarm. The Department’s specific requirements in relation to the Goods and/or Services are set out in Part B of this RFT (Specification). In issuing this RFT, the Department seeks to identify a Tenderer who is: (a) able to provide the Goods and/or Services required by the Department in the manner set out in the Specification; (b) able to demonstrate a commitment and ability to working in collaboration with the Department over the term of any agreed contractual period to continuously seek improvements in value, efficiency and productivity in connection with the provision of the Goods and/or Services; and (c) prepared to work with the Department to continue to identify opportunities for improvement in the quality and level of service provided to the Department, for the mutual benefit of both the Department and the Tenderer.

Key Information

Provider

Victorian Government

Government

Agency

Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA)

Location

Victoria, Australia

Reference Number

T2026-0108

Country

Australia

Details

Eligibility Criteria

Tenderer Registration
Tenderers must register on the Buying for Victoria website to receive updates and submit their tender electronically.
Provision of All Required Services
Only tenderers who can provide all required goods and/or services and fully comply with the RFT conditions should lodge a tender response.
Insurance Requirements
Tenderers must hold Public Liability insurance of at least $20,000,000 and Work Cover insurance as required by law, with Certificates of Currency provided.
Financial Viability
Tenderers must demonstrate financial capacity to deliver the contract over its term and provide additional financial information if requested.

Deliverables

Provision of calf rearing services at Ellinbank SmartFarm
Compliance with specified service levels including calf collection, health care, housing, feeding, reporting, and invoicing
Adherence to Standards of Care including nutrition, housing, health, transportation, and welfare
Safety and risk management documentation and practices
Achievement of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Delivery of social and sustainable outcomes

Evaluation Criteria

Relevant Experience15%%

Assessment of organisation’s experience in calf rearing, types and numbers of calves reared, results achieved, and experience with welfare and research requirements.

Skills & Resources15%%

Evaluation of facilities, equipment, staff qualifications and training, and use of subcontractors.

Compliance with Service Level Requirements10%%

Ability to meet specific service level requirements detailed in the RFT specification.

Standards of Care40%%

Capability to deliver calf rearing in accordance with detailed nutritional, housing, health, and transportation standards.

Safety & Risk Management10%%

Understanding and documentation of safety requirements, risk management plans, and adherence to contractor site requirements.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)5%%

Ability to meet KPIs set out in the RFT specification, which will be included in the contract.

Social & Sustainable Outcomes5%%

Contribution to environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and local economic benefit.

How to Apply

Method: Electronic submission via the Buying for Victoria website
Portal: www.tenders.vic.gov.au
Contact: Stefanie Tomevski, AST.Procurement@agriculture.vic.gov.au

Conditions & Exclusions

•Late submissions will not be accepted.
•Tenders submitted by fax or email will not be considered.
•Significant contract changes are unlikely to be accepted unless justified.
•Tenderers must accept or note departures to the DEECA Calf Rearing Program Agreement (Part C).
•Tenderers must provide Certificates of Currency for required insurances.
•Tenderers must disclose any conflicts of interest.
•Tenderers must comply with contractor requirements for working on Department sites.