Bass Highway - Westbury Westbound Heavy Vehicle Driver Rest Area

🏗️ Project Overview The Department of State Growth invites tenders for the construction of a new Westbound Heavy Vehicle Driver Rest Area located on the Bass Highway (A0249) between Westbury and Deloraine, Tasmania. This infrastructure project aims to enhance road safety and provide essential facilities for heavy vehicle operators. 📋 Scope of Works The successful contractor will be responsible for a comprehensive range of civil construction tasks, including: Roadworks: Deceleration/acceleration lanes, heavy vehicle parking bays, through lanes, and pavement construction. Infrastructure: Drainage systems (culverts, subsoil drains, detention areas), earthworks, and bituminous surfacing. Safety & Amenities: Installation of safety barriers, line marking, concrete footpaths, street lighting, CCTV, and fencing. Utilities: Construction of an amenities building with a wastewater system, water service connections, and watermain adjustments. 🛡️ Eligibility & Requirements This tender is restricted to contractors prequalified under the National Prequalification System for Civil (Road and Bridge) Construction Contracts. Specifically, bidders must hold: Category: Roadworks R2 Financial Level: F15 or higher 📅 Key Dates Tender Open: 30/05/2026 Submission Deadline: 24/06/2026 at 02:00 PM Contract Period: Estimated 24/07/2026 to 24/02/2027 🔍 Keywords Bass Highway, Heavy Vehicle Rest Area, Civil Construction, Roadworks, Infrastructure Development, Tasmania Procurement, Department of State Growth, R2 Prequalification.