RFT 01 of 2026 - Shire of Northam Cemetery Services

### 🪦 Tender Overview: Shire of Northam Cemetery Services The **Shire of Northam** is inviting qualified contractors to submit quotes for the provision of comprehensive **cemetery services**, specifically focusing on burial operations. This Request for Tender (RFT 01 of 2026) seeks a professional partner to manage grave excavation and site maintenance requirements. ### 📋 Scope of Work & Requirements Successful bidders will be responsible for providing all necessary labor, plant, equipment, and materials. Key deliverables include: * **Excavation:** Digging of new graves and re-opening of existing graves. * **Interment Services:** Excavation for ash interments in the Niche Wall and existing graves. * **Site Maintenance:** Backfilling, compaction, and site reinstatement. * **Compliance:** Installation of plaques and visual monument inspections. * **Certification:** Providing required certifications as defined in the tender documentation. ### 📊 Historical Context Over the past two years, the Shire has recorded: * 56 new graves * 30 re-openings * 10 ash internments (Niche Wall) * 12 ash internments (existing graves) ### 📍 Location & Eligibility This opportunity is based in **Northam, Western Australia**. Contractors with expertise in cemetery management, horticulture, and site maintenance are encouraged to apply. ### 📅 Key Dates * **Tender Opens:** 01 April 2026 * **Supplier Query Cut-off:** 23 April 2026, 04:00 PM * **Tender Closes:** 24 April 2026, 04:00 PM * **Expected Decision:** 08 May 2026 **Keywords:** Cemetery Services, Grave Excavation, Burial Services, Shire of Northam, Site Maintenance, Horticulture, Western Australia Tenders.