Darwin Region - Kakadu - Upgrade Gimbat Road 20.51 to 25.50km and Gunlom Road 2.30 to 8.65km - Mandatory Industry Briefing

### 🏗️ Project Overview The Department of Logistics and Infrastructure is seeking tenders for significant road upgrades in the **Darwin Region (Kakadu)**. The project focuses on Gimbat Road (20.51km to 25.50km) and Gunlom Road (2.30km to 8.65km) to enhance wet season performance and flood immunity. ### 🛠️ Key Requirements & Scope * **Gimbat Road:** Raising formations, constructing a 7m wide gravel carriageway, 12 culverts, and five major concrete floodways. Includes bitumen sealing near the South Alligator River. * **Gunlom Road:** Construction of a new road alignment out of the flood zone, involving significant cut and fill, 30 culverts, and two major floodways. * **Operational Constraints:** All works must be delivered 'under traffic' with minimal public disruption and environmental clearing. * **Compliance:** Mandatory **CAL accreditation** and **WHS Accreditation Scheme** for Commonwealth building work are required. ### 🎯 Desired Outcomes Deliverables include comprehensive earthworks, gravel extraction/processing, pavement construction (200mm base course), and drainage works. Bidders must demonstrate a commitment to **Local Content** and **Indigenous Participation** targets. ### 📅 Important Dates * **Mandatory Briefing:** March 18, 2026 * **Closing Date:** April 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM ACST **Keywords:** Civil Engineering, Road Construction, Kakadu, Northern Territory, Flood Mitigation, Earthworks, Culverts, Pavement, Indigenous Participation.