Upper Darling Salt Interception scheme (SIS) Disposal Basin Works

### 🏗️ Project Overview The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is seeking qualified contractors for the **Upper Darling Salt Interception Scheme (SIS) Disposal Basin Works (SR01172)**. This project aims to restore the operational capacity of the disposal basin embankments, which were commissioned in 2012 and currently suffer from reduced service levels. ### 🛠️ Scope of Work The successful bidder will be responsible for the comprehensive repair and reinstatement of earthen embankments. Key tasks include: * **Project Management:** Development of WHS, environmental, and quality management plans. * **Site Investigations:** Conducting geotechnical assessments and service locating (BYDA). * **Construction:** Site mobilization, provision of amenities, construction of haul roads, and stripping/stockpiling of topsoil. ### 📋 Requirements & Qualifications * **Scheme Membership:** Bidders must be members of the **Construction Scheme (SCM0256)** for works up to $1 million. * **Mandatory Pre-Tender Meeting:** A site visit is required on **12th May 2026 at 11:00 AM** (37km via Louth Road, southwest of Bourke, NSW). Attendance must be confirmed 3 business days prior. * **Documentation:** Tenderers must provide comprehensive responses to the provided RFT documents, including WHS, environmental, and quality control plans. ### 📅 Key Dates * **Open Date:** 24-Apr-2026 * **Close Date:** 22-May-2026, 3:00 PM * **Estimated Decision:** 01-Jun-2026 **Keywords:** Salt Interception Scheme, SIS, Embankment Repair, Civil Construction, Geotechnical, Water Infrastructure, NSW Government, SCM0256.