Airport Water Supply Upgrade: Stage 2

⁠⁠⁠Whanganui District Council (WDC) is seeking an experienced and suitably qualified Contractor to construct a 1.1 km new 180 mm PE water main from Landguard Rd to the Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) along Airport Rd by using the trenchless methodology.

The scope of work includes, but is not restricted to;
- The installation ONLY of the principal-supplied water main materials, using the directional drilling methodology.
- The installation of two new fire hydrants, two valves, and associated streetwear.
- On-site welding of the PE pipe.
- Relocation/realignment of all other utilities that may be required in order to deliver the scope of Works.
- Private connections where needed.
- Flushing, disinfection, and pressure testing of new water pipeline.
- Incorporation of materials supplied by the Principal into the Contract Works.
- Planned work shut-offs with appropriate public notices.
- Management of high groundwater conditions if necessary.
- Full reinstatement in line with the existing conditions.
- As-built document preparation.

Enquiries regarding any aspect of the tender documents must be submitted in writing (e-mail is acceptable) to the Engineer to the Contract: Dave Rudolph, Senior Engineering Officer, Dave.Rudolph@whanganui.govt.nz no later than three working days before the tender closing date.

For any other tendering assistance, please contact WDC's Senior Procurement Officer, Lana Treen, between 10.00 am and 4.00 pm weekdays at: lana.treen@whanganui.govt.nz or DDI: 06) 349 3105, or outside these hours on 0225 107 470.