RFT-36 Thirning Villa Refurbishment, Lighting and AC Upgrade

🏛️ Tender Overview Inner West Council is seeking suitably qualified and experienced contractors for the Design & Construct (D&C) refurbishment of Thirning Villa, a heritage-listed building located at 40 Arthur Street, Ashfield, NSW. This project focuses on building remediation, lighting upgrades, and air-conditioning (AC) system improvements to support the growing demand for accessible creative spaces in the Inner West. 🛠️ Scope of Work The successful contractor will be responsible for the full design, certification, construction, commissioning, and handover of the project. Key elements include: Building Remediation: Addressing maintenance and safety issues identified in the 2025 condition assessment. Mechanical & Electrical Upgrades: Design and installation of modern lighting and AC systems. Heritage Considerations: Working within the constraints of a building of heritage significance. 📋 Key Requirements Design & Construct (D&C) Model: Respondents must be capable of developing concept designs into construction-ready documentation. HAZMAT Compliance: Tenderers must review the provided HAZMAT report (Addendum 6) and account for all associated costs regarding treatment, remediation, or removal of hazardous materials. Performance Security: Council requires a 5% performance security, payable as cash or bank guarantee prior to site possession. 📅 Important Dates Tender Close: Monday, 22 June 2026, 10:00 AM (AEST). Expected Decision: Monday, 20 July 2026. 🔍 Keywords #InnerWestCouncil #ThirningVilla #ConstructionTender #HeritageRefurbishment #DesignAndConstruct #BuildingRemediation #HVACUpgrade #NSWGovernmentTenders