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Main Building Contractor for Te Kura o Omanaia - Block 3, 11, 1 A Replacements

Issued by New Zealand Government · via GETS — New Zealand Government Tenders

Published
28 Sept 2026
Closes
29 Oct 2026, 04:00 UTC
Reference
35033495
Location
New Zealand
Sector
Construction & Infrastructure

Details

RFx ID: 35033495 Organisation: Ministry of Education - School Infrastructure Open date: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 9:00 AM +13:00 Close date: Thursday, 29 October 2026 5:00 PM +13:00 Categories: 72000000 - Building and Facility Construction and Maintenance Services Region: Overview: Te Kura o Ōmanaia is seeking a suitably experienced Main Contractor to deliver a bundled programme of refurbishment, lifecycle replacement and site improvement works at the School. The Contract Works combine several workstreams into a single construction package to achieve efficient delivery, coordinated site management and value for money. The works generally comprise: Block 3: Removal of existing unsuitable wall coverings within the cooking room and installation of new durable, hygienic wall linings suitable for food preparation activities. Block 11: Removal and replacement of deteriorated timber decking, landing and steps, including inspection and remediation of underlying supporting structures where required. Block A / Pool Changing Facilities: Refurbishment of the existing pool changing facility, including decking, flooring, internal linings, sanitary fixtures, plumbing, partitions and external doors. Swimming Pool: Pool preparation and fibreglass relining, together with replacement and upgrade of associated skimmers, pipework, pump, filtration equipment and ancillary infrastructure. The successful Main Contractor will be responsible for overall site establishment, programming, supervision, health and safety, management of subcontractors and nominated specialists, protection of existing facilities, quality assurance, commissioning and handover. The School is expected to remain operational during portions of the works. Tenderers must demonstrate suitable experience and capability in delivering refurbishment works within operational school or similarly occupied environments. The preferred construction commencement is 18 December 2026, with works programmed to maximise the summer school holiday period and minimise disruption to teaching and learning.

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