RFQ250326 - Firefighting Water Tank Supply & Installation – Lochlees
Central Highlands Regional Council is seeking quotations for the supply and installation of a 50,000-litre firefighting water tank system at Lochlees Landfill, 73 Lochlees Road, Emerald QLD.
The works include:
- Supply and installation of a compliant firefighting-grade water tank
- Removal of the existing layflat hose system
- Installation of permanent 4-inch PVC pipework to an external boundary fill point
- Installation of 4-inch control valves
- Construction of a truck fill point suitable for firefighting appliances
- Commissioning, testing, and provision of as-constructed documentation
Delivery is required onsite at Lochlees Landfill, with works expected to commence following contract award and be completed within the contractor’s proposed timeframe. All works must be performed in an operational landfill environment and comply with relevant WHS, environmental, and industry standards.
This overview is provided to help suppliers assess their suitability and capacity to respond to RFQ250326 – Firefighting Water Tank Supply & Installation – Lochlees.
Lochlees Landfill requires a reliable and fit-for-purpose firefighting water supply system to support on-site emergency response capability. The existing layflat hose arrangement is no longer adequate for operational needs and must be replaced with a permanent, durable, and compliant solution.
The new 50,000-litre firefighting water tank and associated pipework must integrate with the site’s existing water access points and allow safe, efficient filling of firefighting vehicles. All components—including the tank, valves, and PVC pipework—must be compatible with typical firefighting appliances, 4-inch fittings, and Queensland fire service operational requirements.
Contractors must ensure materials selected are suitable for harsh outdoor conditions, UV exposure, and landfill operational environments. Installation must not interfere with existing landfill infrastructure, and all works must comply with relevant Australian Standards, CHRC safety requirements, and environmental controls applicable to an operational waste facility.
Desired Outcomes
- A fully operational firefighting water tank system that improves emergency response capability at Lochlees Landfill.
- Permanent, durable infrastructure replacing the temporary layflat hose arrangement.
- Safe, efficient fill point access for firefighting vehicles during emergency events.
Nice to Haves
- Enhanced site layout or minor improvements that simplify truck access to the fill point.
- Additional safety features such as clear signage or protective bollards around key infrastructure.
- Tank and pipework components with higher-than-minimum durability ratings or extended service life.
Conditions
- All works must comply with WHS requirements, environmental controls, and CHRC operational procedures for working within an active landfill site.
- Contractors must schedule works to minimise disturbance to daily landfill operations.
- All components must meet relevant Australian Standards and be suitable for outdoor, high-UV and landfill environments.
Warranties
- Minimum manufacturer warranties for the tank, valves, and pipework components.
- Installation / workmanship warranty provided by the contractor (supplier to specify term).
- All warranties and maintenance instructions must be supplied at practical completion.
Service Level Expectations (SLAs)
- Works completed within the proposed contractor timeframe following award.
- Commissioning must confirm operational flow rate, valve performance, and truck fill point functionality.
- As-constructed drawings, compliance certificates and warranty documents must be provided before acceptance.
Project Benefits
- Improved safety and fire readiness across the landfill site.
- Increased operational resilience through a reliable, permanent firefighting water source.
- More efficient water supply for firefighting vehicles, reducing emergency response time.
- Reduction of operational risk associated with inadequate or temporary firefighting infrastructure.