Tender Details
This Request for Proposals for Harvesting Contract Services includes three (3) parcels of work. Each parcel is designed for one harvester and associated machinery for log extraction. FCNSW asks proponents to submit proposals for a mix of differing operation types as detailed in the RFP document.
Proponents are encouraged to submit multiple proposals for any of the available work to maximise efficiencies, providing solutions to the task. FCNSW is endeavouring to allocate the best combination of contract parcels across all submissions.
Parcels are anticipated to be awarded on the 17th December 2021 and contracts will commence from the 1st August 2022. Term is four (4) years with a maximum term of five (5) years and eleven (11) months and are required to support existing long-term sales agreements with Forestry Corporation's existing customers.
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Additional Details / Instructions
Proponents must register through NSW Government eTender to access the RFP Document and attend an individual information session. Each registered Proponent is to contact FCNSW and arrange an individual information session with a proposed time and place for this purpose. All registered proponents will receive any amendments to the Proposal via email that need to be considered prior to submitting a Proposal. It is recommended that proponents review all information provided prior to submitting a proposal.
Example sites with maps are supplied. Proponents are encouraged to visit sites to assist them in pricing their proposals. Virtual tours of some sites will also be made available if proponents are unable to visit sites.
Individual information sessions are mandatory for proponents who wish to submit proposals in this process
Address for Lodgement
To obtain the RFP document and lodge submissions, visit the NSW Government eTender website: www.tenders.nsw.gov.au. Register using link and passcode provided to your email.
Submissions close 5:00PM on Thursday 11th November 2021.
Conditions for Participation
Proponents must meet all Safety, Financial, operational, equipment and process mandatory requirements as advised in the RFP. Work parcels may have Vehicle, Equipment and Resourcing Requirements. Requirements are outlined in the RFP Documents.
Proponents will be required to provide details of their experience in providing similar services and how they intend to deliver the proposed level of resourcing.
Estimated Timeframe for Delivery
This RFP process will close on the 11th November 2021.
The work is anticipated to be awarded on the 17th December 2021.
The contract commencement date will be the 1st August 2022