RFQ260084 Detailed Design Services — Dingo Bin Station (Rural Waste Facility, Central Highlands QLD)

### 🏗️ Tender Overview: Dingo Bin Station Design Services The **Central Highlands Regional Council (CHRC)** is inviting proposals for professional multidisciplinary consultancy services to support the development of a new rural waste facility in **Dingo, Queensland**. This project aims to provide a fit-for-purpose, unmanned waste drop-off point to improve service equity for the local community. #### 📋 Scope of Work The successful consultant will be responsible for: * **Stage 1:** Survey and site investigation. * **Stage 2:** Detailed design and documentation. * **Stage 3:** Construction tender support (separable). The facility design must accommodate 6 general waste bins and 3 recycling bins, including all-weather access, fencing, and CCTV monitoring. The project operates under a strict indicative construction budget of approximately **$350,000**. #### 🎯 Key Requirements * **Multidisciplinary Expertise:** Civil engineering (RPEQ), surveying, geotechnical engineering, town planning, and environmental compliance. * **Design Philosophy:** Focus on practical, cost-effective, and low-complexity solutions. Avoid over-engineering. * **Compliance:** Must align with CHRC waste contractor requirements, Australian Standards, and Queensland legislation. * **Timeline:** Stages 1 and 2 must be substantially complete by **October 30, 2026**. #### 💡 Why Bid? This is an excellent opportunity for firms with experience in **regional local government infrastructure** and **waste management facilities**. The Council values practical, proportional design solutions and effective programme management. **Keywords:** *Rural Waste Facility, Civil Engineering, RPEQ, Geotechnical Services, Land Surveying, Central Highlands Regional Council, Waste Infrastructure, Dingo QLD, Tender, Procurement.*