Economic Value of Groundwater in the Lower Limestone Coast Prescribed Wells Area
Location: South Australia
Buyer: Department for Environment and Water
Closing: Mar 30, 2026
Environmental economics advisory services - 50%Natural resources management or conservation strategy planning services - 50%
### 💧 Tender Overview: Economic Value of Groundwater Analysis
The **Department for Environment and Water (DEW)** in South Australia is seeking expert consultancy services to assess the **Economic Value of Groundwater** within the **Lower Limestone Coast Prescribed Wells Area**. This project is a critical component of the amendment process for the revised Lower Limestone Coast Water Allocation Plan.
### 📋 Scope of Work & Requirements
Successful bidders will demonstrate a deep understanding of groundwater resource management and environmental economics. The project requires the delivery of analysis across three primary pillars:
* **Quantification:** Determining the current economic value of groundwater resources in the region.
* **Trend Analysis:** Identifying the drivers of and trends in groundwater value fluctuations.
* **Policy Impact Assessment:** Evaluating how policy changes affect economic value and identifying opportunities to support economic transition in the face of negative impacts.
### 🎯 Key Objectives
* Provide robust economic data to inform the Water Allocation Plan amendment.
* Support sustainable natural resource management through evidence-based economic advice.
* Develop strategies for economic transition and resilience.
### 🔍 Search Keywords
* Environmental Economics
* Groundwater Management
* Water Allocation Plan
* Natural Resources Management
* Economic Advisory Services
* South Australia Government Tenders
This opportunity is ideal for consultancies specializing in environmental economics, water policy, and natural resource management strategy. Interested parties should review the full tender documentation to ensure compliance with the Request for Quotation (RFQ) requirements.