Measurement of Methane

### 💧 Tender Overview: Methane Measurement Framework Seqwater is seeking expressions of interest from qualified providers to develop a **comprehensive environmental monitoring framework** for the routine and accurate measurement of methane emissions across its managed waterbodies, including dams and weirs. #### 📋 Scope and Objectives This initiative aims to address existing limitations in current modelling approaches to enhance the accuracy of emissions reporting. The project is critical for: * **Emissions Reporting:** Improving data confidence for regulatory and internal compliance. * **Abatement Planning:** Providing the technical foundation for future methane reduction strategies. * **Sustainability:** Supporting long-term environmental outcomes for South East Queensland's water infrastructure. #### 🏗️ Procurement Process Seqwater is utilizing a two-stage procurement strategy: 1. **Open Expression of Interest (EOI):** Current stage. 2. **Select Request for Tender (RFT):** Subsequent stage for shortlisted providers. #### 📍 Location and Requirements * **Organization:** Seqwater (Queensland Bulk Water Supply Authority). * **Regions:** Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, and West Moreton. * **Expertise Needed:** Environmental science, water resources management, scientific research, and environmental monitoring/testing services. #### 📅 Key Dates * **Submission Deadline:** 28 May 2026, 02:00 PM AEST. * **Supplier Query Cut-off:** 25 May 2026, 02:00 PM AEST. Interested parties should review the provided *Market Sounding Response Form* and *Attachment A (Fact Sheet)* to ensure compliance with the requirements. This is a significant opportunity for firms specializing in **environmental impact assessments** and **water resource sustainability** to partner with a major utility provider.