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Project: Avonbank Mineral Sands Project Project owner: WIM RESOURCE PTY LTD Location: VIC Australia Work package status: Open Scope: Full Scope Work package description: Express interest for any opportunities that may arise for this project. Project overview: The Avonbank Mineral Sands Project is a mining and processing facility located in northwest Victoria, under development by WIM Resource Pty Ltd. The Project will operate for approximately 36 years and is expected to create around 200 construction jobs and 232 operations jobs each year.Development ApproachThe Avonbank Project is planned to occur in 3 general stages:Stage 1 - Construction of WIM Base Area (Offices, workshop, stores, Wet Concentration Plant, and load out facilities) - 24 monthsStage 2 - Establishment of the mine contractor facilities and excavation works for the start of the mining box cut (8-12 months)Stage 3 - Operation of the mine and processing facilities (+ 30-year duration)Contracts and ProcurementWIM Resource is committed to engaging local suppliers and contractors from the Wimmera Southern Mallee region who meet our requirements and fall within our safety and commercial risk profile, where practicable. WIM Resource aims to support and develop local business sustainability, as summarised below:WIM Resource prefers commercially viable opportunities that provide local employment and support local business infrastructure.Opportunities are available through WIM Resource directly and also through its construction and operational contractors, when selected.WIM Resource maintains a local preference procurement policy that aims to encourage suppliers from the Wimmera Southern Mallee region to participate in the Avonbank Mine.Mining is a highly regulated industry where all operations, works and activities are subject to strict regulations, for example, under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (2004) and regulations, and this means compliance will be compulsory by all suppliers and contractors involved in the mine.WIM Resource is committed to best practices in safety, environment, social, governance and sustainability, and its suppliers and contractors will be selected with this framework in mind.WIM Resource will induct all on-site workers in line with its safety, environmental, and other fundamental operating policies.All equipment will need to be appropriately inspected, and operators approved by WIM Resource before mobilisation to the site.Capability AreasWIM Resource invites interested contractors to submit an expression of interest in the following areas:CivilsSMPElectrical and InstrumentationConcreteMiningLogistics - including bulk transport providersAir core drilling and support servicesMinor equipment hireGeneral HardwareFencingLocal accommodationRoad and Intersection WorksFuel SupplySecurityPlumbingElectricalEngineering - boilermakers and fittersDomestic buildersTraffic ManagementWaste handlingPoly piping, fittingsCatering and cleaning servicesEventsLight Vehicle maintenancePersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) SuppliersUniforms and embroideryRecreation facilities/membershipsFire ManagementPlease note this is not an exhaustive list, and we welcome interest from a variety of providers that service the mining industry or feel that may have a range of goods or services. We note that industry briefings covering broader opportunities will be held at a later date by WIM Resource. You are welcome to visit our Community Information Hub, located at 83 Firebrace St, Horsham, during business hours, Monday-Friday.HOW TO REGISTER AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI)To submit an EOI, companies must have an ICN Gateway company profile. Information on how to register your company on ICN Gateway is detailed below.This is an initial, generic EOI submission only. All companies who submit an EOI will be included in information presented to companies who are short listed to bid for this Project.The services, programmes and initiatives provided by ICN Victoria are aimed at complementing a company's existing Sales, Marketing and Business Development strategy and any EOI submitted should not be considered as an alternative to these activities.ICN GATEWAY COMPANY REGISTRATIONClick here to register your company profile on ICN Gateway.Support and assistance are available through the web links listed below.An ICN Gateway company profile that accurately and effectively summarises your company is critical to using the services of the ICN Group - please ensure that your company invests the time and energy required to represent your company in the most effective manner possible.Companies should ensure that the email notification functionality within their ICN Gateway company profile is activated to include an appropriate level of coverage to Information & Updates, Major Projects and Regional Opportunities.(1)ICN Gateway Setup Wizard(2)ICN Gateway User Guide