Built Heritage Conservation Consultants

## NSW Built Heritage Conservation Consultants Pre-qualification Scheme (SCM3831) This tender, managed by **NSW Public Works** for **Whole of government** use, establishes a pre-qualified list of suppliers providing high-quality services for **built heritage conservation** across New South Wales. The scheme is open for applications until **June 30, 2026**. 🏛️ **Scope and Requirements:** Suppliers can apply as 'Lead Consultants' (coordinating multidisciplinary teams) or 'Contributing Consultants' (providing specialist capabilities or supporting lead consultants). Applicants must nominate geographical regions serviced and demonstrate proven capability in one or more heritage work categories by citing at least three completed projects (within the last 5 years) per category. Submissions must provide evidence of how capability is met, not just a list of projects, and require endorsement from at least two referees. 📋 **Key Categories Covered:** The scheme encompasses extensive specializations, including: * **Consultant (General):** Stone façade restoration, heritage building conservation, adaptive re-use, Heritage Impact Statements (HIS), significance assessment, and compliance activities under the *Heritage Act 1977 (NSW)*. * **Structural Engineering:** Earthquake stabilization, structural restoration, fire damage mitigation, and subsidence rectification. * **Specialist Consultants:** Landscape, Interiors (finishes, furniture, fittings), Archaeology (Maritime, Historical, Indigenous), Historians, and Materials Testing (Stone, Mortar, Timber). ✅ **Mandatory Criteria:** Applicants must detail quality management processes (QMS evidence or statement required) and address equity and diversity policies regarding disability employment. SMEs and regionally-based consultants are encouraged to apply. Keywords for searchability include: *Built Heritage Conservation, Heritage Consultant, NSW Public Works, SCM3831, Heritage Impact Statement, Adaptive Re-use, Structural Engineer, Archaeologist, Materials Testing, Heritage Act 1977*.