Lower Darling-Baaka Fishways Burtundy Weir Fishway
Location: Murray/Riverina
Buyer: NSW Public Works
Opened: Apr 30, 2026
Closing: Jun 11, 2026
Construction - InfrastructureRequest for tender (RFT)
### ποΈ Project Overview
NSW Public Works is seeking tenders for the **Lower Darling-Baaka Fishways Burtundy Weir Fishway** project (RFT-10058601). This infrastructure project involves the demolition of the existing fishway and the construction of a new **Vertical Slot Fishway** at the Burtundy Weir, located on Tulney Point Station in the Murray/Riverina region.
### π― Scope and Objectives
The primary goal of this initiative is to significantly enhance fish passage within the Lower Darling River system. Successful bidders will be responsible for:
* Demolition of the current fishway structure.
* Construction of a modern vertical slot fishway.
* Adherence to technical specifications provided in the tender documentation.
### π Key Requirements
* **Two-Envelope System:** Bidders must submit separate files for 'Non-Price' (Envelope 1) and 'Price' (Envelope 2) schedules.
* **Mandatory Pre-Tender Meeting:** Attendance is required on **May 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM** at the Dareton DPI Meeting Room, followed by a site visit to Tulney Point Station.
* **Submission:** Responses must be submitted via the buy NSW system before the deadline. Late submissions will not be accepted.
### π
Important Dates
* **Close Date:** June 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
* **Estimated Decision Date:** July 10, 2026.
### π Keywords
Infrastructure construction, fishway, vertical slot fishway, environmental engineering, water infrastructure, NSW Public Works, Darling River, civil works, tender RFT-10058601.