Tenders and Expressions of Interest

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)

EOI - Weekend Caretaker / Park Host
Apex Riverside Tourist Park, Forbes NSW 
2-Year Contract Opportunity

Do you love the outdoors and enjoy meeting new people? Forbes Shire Council is seeking a motivated person or couple to take on a weekend caretaker role at the beautiful Apex Riverside Tourist Park, located on the banks of the Lachlan River.

What’s on offer:

• Oversee the park every Saturday and Sunday (8am–7pm)
• Be the friendly face welcoming guests, handling bookings, and ensuring the park is clean and inviting
• Accommodation included on-site for weekends
• A chance to live and work in a riverside setting with fishing, nature, and community all around

What we’re looking for:

• Great communication and customer service skills
• Ability to handle cleaning, basic maintenance, and gardening
• Comfortable using a computer (training provided)
• Enthusiastic about promoting Forbes as a destination
• Must hold an ABN, Public Liability Insurance ($20M), and Working with Children Check

EOI closes Sunday 15 June 2025. For more information contact Kylie Grayson or Tara Heir on (02) 6850 2300

EOI Package (PDF 430KB)

EOI Lease Opportunity - Forbes Visitor Information Centre, Café/Restaurant Operator

Council is seeking proposals from suitably qualified and experienced operators to lease the Forbes Visitor Information Centre Café/Restaurant (the former Lachlan Vintage Village). With frontage to the Newell Highway at the southern entrance to Forbes, the café/restaurant has an established local customer base plus a steady stream of travellers calling into the Visitor Information Centre. Council is seeking a long-term lease (3+ years) with competitive terms. The Information Pack containing essential information and the EOI Response Form are available below. Completed response forms are to be emailed to forbes@forbes.nsw.gov.au. 

For enquiries, please call Council's Senior Business and Communications Officer, Kath Garland, on 6850 2300.

Information Package and Forms

Expression of Interest Lachlan Vintage Village Cafe 2025
EOI Information Package
EOI Response Form

 EOI Short-Term Licence over Forbes Rifle Range

Forbes Shire Council is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) for a short-term licence agreement over the Forbes Rifle Range, being Crown Land described as Lots 1710–1711 DP 728830, Lot 3 DP 750158, and Lot 1356 DP 750158, located off Rifle Range Road.

The site is approximately 181,724 sqm (around 18.1 hectares) and does not have access to electricity or water.

Expression of Interest proposals are to be submitted using the EOI Form available on the Tenders and Expressions of Interest page on Council’s website or link included below. Completed forms, addressed to the General Manager, must be received by COB Friday 9 May 2025.

For further information, please contact Council’s Manager Corporate Business on (02) 6850 2300 (Option 4).

EOI Response Form

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

Tender 2025-08 - Central West Industrial Park Power Augmentation (Construction)

Council invites tenders from suitably experienced and qualified parties for Request for Tender 2025-08 Central West Industrial Park Power Augmentation (Construction).

Tenders are to be lodged via Council’s e-tendering portal VendorPanel Marketplace. Click here to register to VendorPanel and access the tender documentation.

For further information, please contact Council's Governance Officer - Procurement and Risk. Canvassing of any of Council's staff or Councillors will disqualify tenderers from the tendering process. The lowest of any quotation will not necessarily be accepted.

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