Woodgate WWTP - Desludge/Dewater Lagoons

### 🌊 Project Overview Bundaberg Regional Council is seeking professional tenders for the **desludging and dewatering** of facultative lagoons at the **Woodgate Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP)**. This facility services the Woodgate township and Kinkuna, utilizing a treatment process that includes inlet works, four lined lagoons, and wet weather storage. The project specifically targets the removal and environmentally compliant disposal of sludge from these lagoons, which cover approximately 12,300m². ### 🛠️ Key Requirements & Scope The council is adopting a **staged approach**, prioritizing **Lagoon 4** to address urgent ragging issues. Key technical details include: * **Lagoon 4 Specifications:** Approximately 400mm sludge depth. * **Operational Continuity:** The council prefers to keep Lagoon 4 operational during the dewatering process, though alternative proposals are welcome. * **Methodology:** Previous attempts using only vacuum tankers were unsuccessful; therefore, the council is looking for innovative, broader market solutions for effective dewatering. * **Site Inspection:** A mandatory or highly recommended onsite inspection is scheduled for **March 11, 2026**. ### 🎯 Desired Outcomes The primary goal is the efficient removal of sludge and its disposal in a manner that meets all environmental regulations. Bidders must demonstrate capabilities in **waste management**, **dredging**, and **sewer maintenance**. ### 🔍 Search Keywords Bundaberg Regional Council, Wastewater Treatment, Sludge Dewatering, Lagoon Desludging, Waste Disposal, Dredging Services, Queensland Government Tender, Woodgate WWTP, Environmental Waste Management.