SSCT Mechanical Upgrades 2026

### 🏗️ Project Overview The **State Sport Centres Trust (SSCT)** is seeking qualified contractors for the **SSCT Mechanical Upgrades 2026** project (Reference: VP506957). This tender focuses on the replacement of critical mechanical plant assets across three major Victorian sporting venues: **Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre (MSAC)**, **Lakeside Stadium**, and the **State Basketball Centre (Knox)**. ### 🛠️ Scope of Work The project involves the upgrade of end-of-life and obsolete mechanical infrastructure, including: * Chillers and Boilers * Hot water services * Air handling units (AHUs) * Building management and control systems ### 🎯 Key Objectives * **Operational Continuity:** Works must be staged to ensure the venues remain functional for sporting, community, and event use. * **Performance Improvement:** Enhance system reliability, energy efficiency, and sustainability. * **Risk Mitigation:** Reduce the likelihood of unplanned failures and improve overall lifecycle performance. ### 📋 Requirements for Bidders Interested parties must demonstrate: * Experience in delivering Victorian Government public-sector asset upgrades (minimum $1.5M value in the last 5 years). * Proven ability to execute projects in facilities that remain open to the public. * Compliance with strict Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and industrial relations management criteria. ### 📅 Important Dates * **Tender Closes:** 20 May 2026, 04:00 PM (AEST) * **Query Cut-off:** 13 May 2026, 04:00 PM (AEST) * **Expected Decision:** 01 July 2026 **Keywords:** Mechanical Upgrades, HVAC, Building Management Systems, Boiler Replacement, Public Infrastructure, Sports Facility Maintenance, Victoria Procurement.