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.