2019-12-16 Special Meeting Agenda

SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA                                                         16 DECEMBER 2019


Upon implementing Findex’s recommendation, it was identified that the respondents would all
benefit from detailed data that had become available during the tender close/review period. As
such, tender 1718T146 was withdrawn and this new tender released to the open market with this
new information (data) informing a revised specification. All respondents were notified of the
withdrawal and provided a courtesy notification upon release of this new tender.

Finance
The contract will be a Schedule of Rates.

The contract has an initial twenty-four (24) month term with the option to extend up to three (3)
periods of up to twelve (12) months each, at Council’s sole discretion.

Risks & Opportunities
Pipe Management Australia Pty Ltd have demonstrated their competency in providing the skills to
carry out stormwater CCTV inspections in a safe and effective manner, with the provision of all
mandatory qualifications and in conjunction with a very thorough methodology to reduce Work
Health and Safety risks during works.

Pipe Management Australia Pty Ltd have not previously been awarded a contract with Noosa
Council; however, their provided work history illustrates the company has carried out and delivered
similar work for multiple local government authorities. Referee checks from Brisbane City Council
and Paroo Shire Council stated their professionalism and confirmed that their previous work was
of a high standard. Additionally, Pipe Management Australia Pty Ltd is familiar with Council’s
reporting and inspection standards due to the company’s recent works for other local government
organisations.

Consultation
External Consultation - Community & Stakeholder
Nil.

Internal Consultation
This tender process was conducted in conjunction with Council’s Procurement Team, and
evaluated by officers within the Infrastructure Services Department.

Departments/Sections Consulted:

       Chief Executive Officer    Community Services                      X   Corporate Services
       Executive Officer          Director                                    Director
       Executive Support          Community Development                       Financial Services
                                  Community Facilities                        ICT
                                  Libraries & Galleries                   X   Procurement & Fleet
                                  Local Laws                                  Property
                                  Waste & Environmental Health                Revenue Services

       Executive Services         Environment & Sustainable Development   X   Infrastructure Services
       Director                   Director                                X   Director
       Community Engagement       Building & Plumbing Services            X   Asset Management
       Customer Service           Development Assessment                      Buildings and Facilities
       Governance                 Economic Development                        Civil Operations
       People and Culture         Environmental Services                      Disaster Management
                                  Strategic Land Use Planning             X   Infrastructure Planning,
                                                                              Design and Delivery




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