Tenders and Expressions of Interest

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Expressions of Interest

As part of its decision-making processes, Forbes Shire Council frequently puts significant proposed changes of policy or direction on public exhibition to invite comment from the community, before a final decision is taken.

Other opportunities to engage with the council are put openly to the whole community when the Council seeks ‘expressions of interest’ on a proposal. On this page, you can find details of a number of matters which are currently up for public comment or seeking expressions of interest:

Expression of Interest	Submission Period Closes
EOI - Accommodation Development Opportunities in Forbes Are you a developer with a vision for high-quality accommodation projects? Forbes Shire Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced developers to deliver exciting new accommodation developments within the Forbes Visitor Information Centre precinct. Two prime development sites with Newell Highway frontage are available: Site 1 – Motel/Conference Centre: 2.31ha (approx.), southern end of Mary Street Site 3 – Caravan/Holiday Park: 3.28ha (approx.), northern end of Mary Street This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of accommodation in Forbes, meeting growing demand from both business and leisure travellers. We welcome proposals that bring innovative ideas and proven expertise to enhance our region’s accommodation and hospitality offering. EOI closes 30 June 2025 For more information contact Kath Garland on 0418 230 131 or Kylie Grayson on (02) 6850 2305. Submit your EOI now and be part of Forbes' next chapter! EOI Package (PDF 419KB)	30 June 2025
EOI Suppliers of Local Products/Produce at the Forbes Visitor Information Centre Forbes Shire Council is seeking Expressions of Interest for local goods to be sold at the new Forbes Visitor Information Centre, located at the former Lachlan Vintage Village. Local suppliers must have capacity to provide and deliver adequate stock and hold appropriate insurances licences, certificates and ABN. For consideration, Expression of Interest Forms are available to download here. For further information please contact the Forbes Visitor Information Centre by email tourism@forbes.nsw.gov.au	Ongoing EOI
EOI Food Vendors and Market Stalls Forbes Shire Council will be hosting an art and culture event, the Forbes Street Dreams on Saturday 27 September from 4pm-9pm in Victoria Park. This event aims to be an arts and culture-based event, providing opportunities for local performances, immersive art experiences and workshops for the community to participate in. We are seeking expression of interest for food vendors and food based market stalls to attend this event. This EOI is open from 01 July – 01 August, with applicants notified on 02 August of the outcome. Please note: all food vendors must be fully sufficient including own power etc. If you require any additional information, please do not hesitate to reach out to myself or Event Manager on community@forbes.nsw.gov.au EOI Food Vendors (DOCX 56.2KB) EOI Market Stalls (DOCX 51.7KB)	01 August 2025

Tenders

Open Tenders

Council invites submissions for the following tenders, request for quotations and expressions of interest.

Tenders, addressed to the General Manager, are to be lodged via Council's e-tendering portal, VendorPanel.

For further information contact Council's Manager Corporate Business on 6850 2300.

Please note that canvassing of any of Council’s Officers or Councillors will disqualify applications from the tendering, quotation and expressions of interest process. The lowest of any tender, quotation and expressions of interest will not necessarily be accepted.

Tenders/Quotations	Submission Period Closes
There are currently no requests for tender or quotation at this time.

Recently Closed Tenders

Tender	Submissions received (in alphabetical order)
RFT 2025-08 - Central West Industrial Park Power Augmentation Construction	D & C Powerline Constructions Large Industries Pty Ltd t/as JLE Electrical Systems Construction Pty Ltd t/as Syscon
RFT 2025-10 - Provision of Casual Hire of Plant (Wet Hire)	Alfonso Melisi Ausroad Plant Services Pty Ltd Braemar Distributors Pty Ltd Calvani Haulage Pty Ltd Central West Recycling Pty Ltd Christopher Baass Cooper Civil and Crushing Pty Ltd Environmental Facility Services Pty Ltd Foduti Pty Ltd Forbes Concrete Pty Ltd t/as Lachlan Readymix Hanleys Excavations and Road Services Howell Rail J.R & E.G Richards (NSW) Pty Ltd JRyan Constructions Krangadoo Pty Ltd LaserEyes Earthworx Pty Ltd Marchese Excavations & Bin Hire Pty Ltd Maslins Concrete Pumping Pty Ltd Michell Machinery Hire Pty Ltd Ray Bros Earthmoving Road Verge Trimming RVT Pty Ltd Roadworx Surfacing Pty Ltd Rollers Australia Pty Ltd Rtg Concreting Pty Ltd t/as Central West Water Supplies Specialised Plumbing and Excavation Stabilco Pty Ltd Stabilcorp Pty Ltd Stabilised Pavements of Australia Pty Ltd Steve Magill Earthmoving Pty Ltd Strait Up Projects Pty Ltd t/as Strait Up Cranes & Rigging Stripes Civil Pty Ltd Tas Hydrovac Services Pty Ltd THE Mining Pty Ltd THE Stabilising Pty Ltd The Trustee for Tuck-lee Family Trust t/as Mudgee Cranes Tygar John Holdings Pty Ltd t/as AAA Septic Services Utility Locating Pty Ltd t/as SureSearch
RFT 2025-13 - Provision of Casual Hire of Plant (Dry Hire)	A-Plant Equipment Pty Ltd Ausroad Plant Services Pty Ltd Brooks Hire Service Pty Ltd Coates Hire Operations Pty Ltd Conplant Pty Ltd Cramps Earthmoving Pty Ltd Damian Michael Ford t/as Reds Hire DLM Plant Hire Pty Ltd Ezyquip Hire Pty Ltd Go2 Investments Pty Ltd t/as Parkes Hertz Greatwood Pty Ltd Jamie Miller Kennards Hire Pty Ltd LaserEyes Earthworx Pty Ltd Marchese Excavations & Bin Hire Pty Ltd Michell Machinery Hire Pty Ltd MTT Diesel Pty Ltd Porter Excavations Pty Ltd PremiAir Hire Ray Bros Earthmoving Rollers Australia Pty Ltd Roylances Automotive and Industrial Pty Ltd t/as Roylances Tractor Replacements THE Mining Pty Ltd United Rentals Australia Pty Ltd t/as Orange Hire Wideland Equipment Hire Pty Ltd
RFT 2025-06 - Lake Activation Plan - Design, Supply and Install Amenities Blocks at Forbes Ski Dam and Apex Park	Dalski Pty Ltd Fleetwood NSW Pty Ltd Landmark Engineering Pty Ltd Marathon Modular Stellar Washrooms Yarrawonga Manufactured Housing Pty Ltd
RFT 2025-04 - Lake Activation Plan - Design, Supply and Install Playground and Soft fall at Forbes Lions Park and Apex Park	4PARK Pty Ltd A Space Australia Pty Ltd Crs Creative Recreation Solutions Pty Ltd DIY Turf (soft fall only) Moduplay Group Pty Ltd
RFT 2025-03 - Approved Supplier Panel - Concreting	Conex Group Pty Ltd Construction and Kerb Contracting Dalski Pty Ltd Matt Bull Concreting Pty Ltd MCA Engineering Pty Ltd Redfernco Pty Ltd Scott Grogan Concreting Pty Ltd
RFT 2024-30 - Provision of Cleaning Services - Public Amenities	Aces High Cleaning Services Pty Ltd Fast Facilities Services Pty Ltd J & K Property Care Services Pty Ltd Northern Contract Cleaning Pty Ltd Servicelink Pty Ltd Strike Force Services Pty Ltd VDG Indigenous Services Pty Ltd
RFT 2024-37 - Provision of Traffic Control Services	Avada Traffic Pty Ltd Crown Traffic Services Pty Ltd DC Civil East Coast Traffic Control Go Traffic Pty Ltd State Asphalt Services Pty Ltd T/As Atlas Traffic Management Trafficcom Pty Ltd Workcontrol Operations Pty Ltd
RFT 2025-02 -Supply of Telemetry and SCADA Support	360 Engineering Pty Ltd Alliance Automation Pty Ltd Mescada Pty Ltd SAFEGroup Automation Pty Ltd Saunders Automation Pty Ltd

Recent Tender Outcomes

Please find the below the outcome of tenders considered by Council in 2025.

Interested parties may also access Council's Register of Government Contracts here.

For further information, please contact Council's Manager Corporate Business on 6850 2300.

Tender	Tender Outcome	Value of successful tender submission
No tender outcomes in 2025.	No tender outcomes in 2025.	N/A