RFT 05.26 Onslow Airport – Airfield Design Consultancy Service

### ✈️ Tender Overview: Onslow Airport Airfield Design Consultancy The **Shire of Ashburton** is inviting experienced engineering consultants to submit tenders for the **Onslow Airport Runway Pavement Strengthening and Aircraft Capacity Expansion Project**. This project aims to deliver a comprehensive, construction-ready design package to enhance the airport's operational capacity and infrastructure. ### 📋 Scope of Work Successful bidders will be responsible for detailed design services, including: * **Runway & Apron Design:** Strengthening pavement and assessing expansion options (from 2-bay to 3-bay Code C aircraft capacity). * **Lighting Infrastructure:** Designing Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) and apron floodlighting in compliance with CASA and MOS Part 139 regulations. * **Technical Documentation:** Providing a complete Issued for Construction (IFC) package, including drawings, specifications, and constructability assessments. * **Operational Continuity:** Planning construction staging to ensure the airport remains operational for at least five days per week. ### 🛠️ Requirements & Qualifications Applicants must demonstrate: * Proven expertise in **airfield pavement design** and **traffic mix modelling**. * Capability in **airfield ground lighting** and **apron configuration** for regional aviation. * Ability to manage specialist subconsultants and coordinate with the Principal’s Representative (TSA Riley). ### 📅 Key Dates * **Tender Opens:** May 29, 2026 * **Supplier Query Cut-off:** June 22, 2026, 2:00 PM * **Tender Closes:** June 29, 2026, 2:00 PM * **Expected Decision:** July 27, 2026 **Keywords:** Onslow Airport, Airfield Design, Engineering Consultancy, Runway Pavement, CASA Compliance, Airport Infrastructure, Pilbara, Shire of Ashburton.