Timber Teaching Consumables

### 🏗️ Tender Overview: Timber and Teaching Consumables TAFE NSW is seeking expressions of interest from qualified suppliers for the provision of **timber and associated teaching consumables** to support construction, shopfitting, and carpentry training programs across New South Wales. This procurement is structured as a two-stage process, beginning with a registration phase followed by a formal Request for Proposal (RFP) via the TAFE NSW Ariba platform. ### 📋 Scope of Requirements The successful supplier(s) will be responsible for the supply and delivery of materials to various campus locations. The scope covers two primary categories: * **Construction Timbers:** Including framing pine, pre-primed moulding, V-jointed pine lining boards, and pre-primed door jambs. * **General Hardware:** Including items such as bullet head nails and Phillips head screws. The contract term is proposed for three years, with two optional 12-month extensions. ### ⚖️ Compliance and Social Procurement Bidders must meet specific mandatory requirements, including: * **Modern Slavery Reporting:** Suppliers must disclose risks and mitigation strategies regarding modern slavery. * **Social Procurement:** Adherence to SME policies and commitment to quarterly reporting if selected. ### 📅 Key Dates * **Open Date:** 21-Apr-2026 * **Close Date:** 01-May-2026 (3:00 PM) * **Decision Date:** 17-Aug-2026 This opportunity is ideal for suppliers specializing in **construction materials**, **educational supplies**, and **timber logistics**. Interested parties must complete the registration form provided in the tender documentation to participate.