Ministry of Education - School Infrastructure

Main Building Contractor for LSM - Mobility at Manawatu College, Foxton

The Contract Works required are: The proposal involves a range of accessibility upgrade works to improve safe and compliant movement throughout the school site for students, staff and visitors with mobility requirements. The proposed works include the upgrade and modification of existing landings, steps, ramps and accessible pathways at various locations across the school to provide improved access between buildings and external areas. Works include adjustments to gradients and levels, installation of compliant handrails and edge protection, resurfacing of pathways, replacement of deteriorated surfaces, and improvements to transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces. The project is intended to enhance overall site accessibility, support inclusive learning environments, and ensure compliance with current accessibility standards and Ministry of Education requirements.

Suppliers are required to describe how their proposed approach will deliver economic benefits to New Zealand, including (but not limited to): Use of local labour for the delivery of the bathroom modification works. Engagement of New Zealand–based subcontractors and trades, including small and medium enterprises where appropriate. Supporting regional employment by sourcing workers from the local area where possible. Use of locally supplied materials where suitable and feasible. Suppliers should provide clear, practical examples of how they will demonstrate these benefits during contract delivery.

All work to comply with manufacturer’s specifications and recommendations.

All tender documentation and necessary information attached.

Contractors MUST visit site for tender to be compliant. Contact the noted representative in Invite Letter to arrange a site visit.

Ideally dependent on MoE funding approval this work would start as soon as possible after confirmation provided, however this will be discussed with the successful contractor and school once funding approvals are confirmed.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: https://education.govt.nz/assets/Documents/Primary-Secondary/Property/Procurement-templates-guides/School-Property-Procurement-RFx-Process-Terms-Conditions-Conditions-of-Tendering-2017-2.pdf

Department/Business Unit: Board of Trustees - Approve by BoT - ie. School Principal