Expression of Interest - CPA/6730 Food Organic and Garden Organic (FOGO) Processing Facility

### 🏗️ Tender Overview: FOGO Processing Facility Central Coast Council (CCC) is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the **development and delivery of a new Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) processing facility**. This project represents a strategic investment in sustainable waste management infrastructure for the Central Coast region. ### 🎯 Project Scope & Objectives * **Facility Development:** Design, construction, and operation of a large-scale organics processing facility under a Project Agreement. * **Waste Management:** Processing of existing garden organics and future household FOGO waste from the local government area. * **Strategic Partnerships:** Opportunities exist for respondents to engage with neighboring councils, commercial entities, and other regions as supply partners. * **Sustainability Goals:** The project aims to support the *Central Coast Council Resource Management Strategy 2020-2030* and the *NSW Waste and Sustainable Materials Strategy 2041* by diverting organic material from landfills, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and promoting a circular economy. ### 📋 Requirements for Bidders Qualified and capable respondents are encouraged to submit their interest. The project requires expertise in: * Waste management and landfill operations. * Environmental impact assessments and management. * Strategic planning and urban design. ### 📅 Key Dates * **Tender Open:** April 28, 2026 * **Supplier Query Cut-off:** June 23, 2026, 02:00 PM * **Tender Close:** July 07, 2026, 02:00 PM * **Expected Decision:** September 05, 2026 This is a significant opportunity for firms specializing in environmental infrastructure and waste recovery to contribute to long-term regional sustainability.