Design and Construction of Beechworth WWTP Upgrade

Overview

North East Water has completed a preliminary design for the upgrade of Beechworth Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) and obtained a development license from the EPA. It is now seeking to engage a Principal Contractor under a design and construct contract to deliver the works. The Beechworth WWTP located on McFeeters Road is to be upgraded from a lagoon-based treatment process to a biological nutrient removal plant from which treated water will continue to flow to a nearby waterway or be used for onsite irrigation. The scope of works will include new concrete bioreactors and associated equipment, inlet works, UV system and outfall pipework, sludge thickener, aerobic digester, sludge dewatering unit, electrical and control systems, connection to existing assets at key interface points, and refurbishing an existing lagoon for flow/load buffering.

Key Information

Provider

Victorian Government

Government

Opening Date

January 1, 2026

Agency

North East Regional Water Corporation

Location

Beechworth, Victoria, Australia

Reference Number

PR22008-01

Country

Australia

Details

Eligibility Criteria

Tenderer Authorization
The person lodging the Tender must be duly authorized to lodge the Tender on behalf of the Tenderer and bind the Tenderer unconditionally by the offer set out in the Tender.
Compliance with Tender Conditions
Tenderers must comply with all Conditions of Tender and submit all information fields in Part D completed with accurate and complete information.
Financial Viability
Tenderers must demonstrate financial capacity to provide all contract requirements over the term of the contract and provide requested financial information upon North East Water's request.
Insurance Compliance
Tenderers must comply fully with minimum insurance types and levels required by the RfT documentation and provide evidence such as certificates of currency.
Conflict of Interest
Tenderers must declare any actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interest and have processes to manage them.

Deliverables

Design documentation including process, civil, mechanical, electrical and structural assessments
Construction of new wastewater treatment assets
Refurbishment of Primary Lagoon 2
Integration with existing infrastructure
Decommissioning of redundant assets and removal of residuals
Proof of performance testing and monitoring during Defects Liability Period
Submission of all required documentation and approvals
Stakeholder and customer engagement plans
Occupational health and safety compliance
Environmental, climate and heritage management plans
Commissioning, verification, and start-up activities
Training of operators

Evaluation Criteria

Compliance with Tender Requirements

Assessment of completeness and compliance with Conditions of Tender, Specification, and Proposed Contract.

Technical Capability and Methodology

Evaluation of design and construction methodology, technical solution, risk management, and innovation.

Business Capability and Industry Knowledge

Assessment of organisational experience, public sector experience, and relevant project examples.

Financial Viability and Insurance

Evaluation of financial capacity and insurance compliance.

Value for Money

Assessment of lump sum price and cost breakdown structure.

Stakeholder and Customer Engagement

Evaluation of stakeholder management plans and customer service approach.

How to Apply

Method: Electronic submission as per Part D instructions
Contact: North East Water Privacy Officer, info@newater.com.au, 1300 361 622

Conditions & Exclusions

•Tenderers must not engage in collusive pricing or anti-competitive practices.
•Tender submissions must not include promotional materials or graphics except as permitted at the end of documents.
•Tenderers must fully comply with the Proposed Contract terms or clearly state non-compliance.
•Incomplete or non-compliant tenders may be rejected at North East Water's discretion.