Department of Conservation

Fernside and Splash Alley Bridge Replacement

The Atiwhakatu track forms part of the Mt Holdsworth Loop which is the most popular overnight walk within the Wairarapa. This track caters to families, school groups and other trampers.

The purpose of this procurement is to build and replace two glue laminated timber pedestrian bridges on the Holdsworth loop - Atiwhakatu Track (Tech Objects 200051087 - 200051179). The work required includes:

• Dismantle and removal of the old bridges.
• Construction of the replacement Glulam bridges.
• Construction of foundations and abutments.
• Installation of the replacement Glulam bridges.
• Minor track surfacing work in the vicinity of the bridge approaches on both sides of the bridge (if required).

A mandatory pre-tender meeting will be held with the Department. The purpose of this briefing is to discuss the Department’s requirements and provide a forum for questions and answers. Should a tenderer not attend the meeting then its tender will be deemed non-conforming.

The briefing will be held at:
On Microsoft Teams
On Monday 3rd of November at 10am

Tenderers wishing to attend the supplier briefing must register their interest by emailing the following information for all attendees to tenders@doc.govt.nz by Thursday 30th October 12pm.

• Name of organisation
• Name and title of attendees
• Contact name
• Contact telephone number
• Contact email address