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At Your Service - Economic Development We provide economic development To improve the economic wellbeing of Wanganui people, focussing on job creation, business growth and population growth. How this service is provided Enterprise Wanganui Inc provides a variety of services, such as District marketing, to individuals and businesses on the Council's behalf. Destination Wanganui undertakes the marketing of Wanganui's visitor industry through brochures, co-ordination with neighbouring tourist organisations and liaison with local operators. The Information Centre in Guyton Street next to the Council building provides visitor information. Mainstreet Wanganui provides co-ordination and marketing of the central shopping area. The Council's staff also arrange services such as visitor hosting, provision of statistics and advice on other Council services and processes. Services provided Local initiatives and support: To respond to and support an increasing number of economic initiatives and provide ongoing support for cluster development, Be Your Own Boss, Business Grow and capability development. Regional Partnership Programme: To generate local economic benefits from our regional partnership with neighbouring councils, Iwi and the Crown through various incentives provided by Industry New Zealand. Policy, research and monitoring: To develop policies, undertake research and obtain statistics that will assist economic development in our community as well as monitoring our progress. Marketing and promotion: To promote the attributes and benefits of our District to increase awareness and attract more visitors and business to Wanganui, using a mix of media. Increase visitors to Wanganui: To increase the number of visitors and the quality of their experience through a co-ordinated local visitor industry, using effective promotions and support networks. Monitoring the service Annual economic indicators (e.g. employment levels) report. Cost The average ratepayer pays $56 per year. Businesses contribute to some of the marketing programmes. The Information Centre is an agent for rail, ferry and coach bookings. Some small items, such as maps, stamps and other information, are sold through the Information Centre. Further information about economic development is available from Philip Shackleton at the Council office, phone 349 0001 or email philips@wanganui.govt.nz. This information is part of the At Your Service booklet, which gives details on all of the Council's services. You can pick up a copy of the booklet from the Council's Help Desk, or ring the Help Desk on 349 0001 and we will post a copy to you, or email us at wdc@wanganui.govt.nz to request a copy. You can view information about each of the Council's services on our Services pages.
Neighbourhood survey Wicksteed St/London St/Somme Pde/Dublin St areas A community survey in the area near Laird Park this month will ask residents lots of questions, including how their area can be improved. The survey, which will be conducted from October 8-13, involves a number of Wanganui organisations. They are Wanganui District Council, Police, Police Volunteers, Fire Service, Ministry of Education, Polytechnic, Whanganui District Health Board, Safer Community Council, Civil Defence, Truancy Service and Wanganui Chronicle. It will include questions relating to these agencies and is similar to successful surveys in Castlecliff and College Estate. The area being surveyed is bounded by London Street (from Wicksteed Street to Kaikokopu Road), Kaikokopu Road (London Street to Somme Parade), Somme Parade (Kaikokopu Road to Dublin Street), Dublin Street (Somme Parade to Wicksteed Street), Wicksteed Street (Dublin Street to London Street) and including both sides of the boundary streets. Surveyors, who will wear identifiable name tags, will call on lots of homes and will approach residents directly. Residents' help with answering the survey would be much appreciated. It takes about 20 minutes. The Police Bus will be in the area during the survey period. Please call in and have chat. Your assistance will help us and in turn help your community.
Creative Communities New Zealand Local Arts Funding Scheme Financial Assistance to Arts and Cultural Activities TE MAHI TAHA TOI ME TE MAHI WHAKANGAHAU MO TENEI WAHI MO NGA ROPU KEI TE PIRANGI MONI AWHINATIA MO TE MAHI TAHA TOI ME TE MAHI WHAKANGAHAU Applications for financial assistance under the Creative New Zealand Local Arts Funding Scheme are now being called for. Approximately $16,000 is available for distribution to arts and cultural activity groups, organisations and individuals, based in the Wanganui District Council area. (Applications from individuals must indicate community rather than exclusive benefit). Application Assistance To assist those wishing to apply, and who may need assistance, please contact either Keith Smith, at the District Council, or Barbara Vine at the Community Arts Centre. Application forms are available from: Wanganui District Council 101 Guyton Street PO Box 637 Wanganui and Wanganui Community Arts Centre 19 Taupo Quay Wanganui Further detailed information is available from: Mr Keith Smith Community Liaison Officer Wanganui District Council APPLICATIONS CLOSE AT 4.00PM MONDAY, 5 NOVEMBER 2001
Local Authority Elections Special Voting Pursuant to regulation 35 of the Local Electoral Regulations 2001, special voting documents for the Local Authority Elections to be held on Saturday, 13 October 2001, may be obtained from the Special Voting Booth, First Floor, Wanganui District Council Chambers, from Monday, 24 September 2001, to Friday, 12 October 2001, between the hours of 8.30am and 4.30pm daily and also Saturday, 13 October 2001, between the hours of 9.00am and noon. Persons Entitled to Vote as Special Voters Any elector may vote at an election or poll as a special voter if - (a) the elector's name does not appear on the copy of the roll used for that election or poll or has been wrongly deleted from that copy; or (b) in the case of an election or poll relating to a ward, community, or constituency, the elector has qualified as an elector and the name of the elector is entered on a roll for the territorial authority or other local authority in whose district or region the ward, community, or constituency is situated, but is not entered on a roll in respect of that ward, community, or constituency; or (c) the elector is a person who is a qualified residential or ratepayer elector under Section 20 (2) or (3) of the Act; but their name is not on the electoral roll or their voting entitlement is incorrectly recorded on that roll; or (d) the elector spoils, loses, or does not receive his or her voting documents; or (e) the elector satisfies the electoral officer that it will not be possible or practicable for the elector to vote by casting an ordinary vote without incurring hardship or undue inconvenience. B P Taylor Electoral Officer
Sale of Former Plant Nursery 16 Abbot Street The Wanganui District Council wishes to sell by tender the former Council Plant Nursery located at 16 Abbot Street. The entire property is contained in a 8,896 square metre rear lot and comprises a number of structures including glasshouses, a workshop, tunnel houses, shade house and toilet block. The Council's preference is to sell the property. However, if no tenders are received, the Council will consider other options, such as lease proposals or offers to purchase, for removal, individual structures or other items. The Tender Pack also contains the appropriate form for parties to register their interest. Tender Packs for the property are available from the Help Desk of the Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui. Tender documents shall be completed as set out in the Terms and Conditions of Tender contained in the Tender Pack. Tenders and Registrations of Other Interest must be posted or delivered so as to be received no later than 4.00pm, Tuesday, 6 November 2001, by: The Secretary Tenders Board Tenders Box - Contract 963 Help Desk Wanganui District Council PO Box 637 (101 Guyton Street) Wanganui Facsimile, telegram, telex or email copies of the tender documents will not be accepted. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Any enquiries should be directed to Joanne O'Connell, Property Officer, Parks & Property Management Services, Wanganui District Council. Phone: (06) 349 0542 or email joanneo@wanganui.govt.nz.
Tenders Contract 972: Supply of PVC Pressure Pipe Tenders are invited for the supply of the following PVC pressure pipe. 1476 metres of 225mm diameter 660 metres of 200mm diameter 3000 metres of 150mm diameter Tender documents can be obtained from the Help Desk, Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui. Tenders close on 16 October 2001. Contract 971: Professional Services, Seal Extensions 2001/2002 Tenders are invited for the provision of professional services to provide engineering solutions and organise seal extensions for the following roads: Western Line Tenga Street Ngatarua Road Kaitoke Road Documents are available from the Wanganui District Council's Help Desk, 101 Guyton Street, PO Box 637, Wanganui, between the hours of 8.00am and 5.00pm, Monday to Friday. Tenders, which close at 4.00pm on Tuesday, 16 October 2001, must be placed in the Tenders Box at the Help Desk, or posted to: The Secretary Tenders Board Wanganui District Council PO Box 637 Wanganui Tenders are to be in sealed envelopes, endorsed with the contract number, title, and Tenderer's name and address. Fax or e-mail tenders will not be accepted, and the lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Prime Commercial Location Within Wanganui's CBD, corner site on St Hill Street (arterial street) across from Cooks Gardens, adjoining public car park and walkway. Two Council properties and one private property are available for sale as a single package by public tender. The properties comprise a total land area of 815 square metres and older but functional buildings with a combined floor area of 490 square metres. The properties offer the buyer a unique redevelopment opportunity adding to Wanganui's fine streetscape or an investment with a potential for growth. For an information pack on the properties and a form of tender, please contact Anne Flutey, Property Officer, Wanganui District Council phone (06) 349 0543 extn 8186; PO Box 637, Wanganui; e-mail annef@wanganui.govt.nz. Tenders close at the Tenders Box which is located at the Wanganui District Council's Help Desk, 101 Guyton Street Wanganui at 4.00pm on Tuesday, 4 December 2001. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Contract No. 962: Kai Iwi Pipe Bridge No. 2 Tenders are invited for the construction of Pipe Bridge No. 2 near Kai Iwi Hall on Rangitatau East Road. The work consists of construction of piled abutments and space frame truss span and does not include laying of water mains. Tender documents will be available from Wednesday, 26 September 2001, from the Help Desk, Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui, between the hours of 8.00am and 5.00pm; phone (06) 349 0001, fax (06) 349 0000. Tenders close with Secretary, Tenders Board, Wanganui District Council, PO Box 637, Wanganui at 4.00pm on Tuesday, 9 October 2001. Contract No. 955: Brunswick Road Water Treatment Plant Tenders are invited for the above contract, which is for the construction of a new water treatment plant for the city of Wanganui. The work includes but is not limited to excavation, drainage, concrete work, steelwork, blockwork, carpentry and roofing, chlorination, electrical controls and pumping, road works and restoration. The plant contractor shall work with another supply and installation contractor for some water treatment. Tender documents may be obtained from 2 October 2001 at the Help Desk, Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui, between the hours of 8.00am and 5.00pm; phone (06) 349 0001, fax (06) 349 0000. Tenders close with the Secretary, Tenders Board, Wanganui District Council, PO Box 637, Wanganui at 4.00pm on Tuesday, 30 October 2001. Tenders will be evaluated by the weighted attribute method in accordance with Transfund NZ Competitive Pricing Procedures (CPP). The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Contract No. 956: Brunswick Road Water Main Tenders are invited for the above contract, which is for the provision of approximately 1400m of new water main to be laid from the existing main to the Brunswick Road proposed water treatment plant. The work includes but is not limited to trenching, installation and testing, filling and reinstatement. Tender documents may be obtained from 1 October 2001 at the Help Desk, Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui, between the hours of 8.00am and 5.00pm; phone (06) 349 0001, fax (06) 349 0000. Tenders close with Secretary, Tenders Board, Wanganui District Council, PO Box 637, Wanganui at 4.00pm on Tuesday, 16 October 2001. Tenders will be evaluated in accordance with Transfund Competitive Pricing Procedures (CPP). The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. Tender For Removal Two Bedroom Stucco House 30 Webb Road, Wanganui An information sheet and tender documents are available at: The Help Desk, Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui Tenders close 4.00pm Tuesday, 30 October 2001 Enquiries to Anne Flutey or Stephen Horn Parks & Property, Wanganui District Council Telephone (06) 349 0001 Builders Work - Registrations of Interest and Pre-tender Qualification Registrations of Interest are invited from experienced Building Contractors to undertake office fit-out alterations and refurbishment work, within a tight timeframe, with completion by mid December. The work involves a refit of part of the ground floor of the Gas Building, 179 St Hill Street, for Wanganui Water Services. Telecommunications, power, air conditioning and data will be completed by nominated subcontractors. From the registrations of interest, it is proposed that four parties will be asked to provide tenders. The following information is required in writing to allow us to choose suitable tenderers. Previous experience and track record in the building trade. Be able to supply labour, materials, plant and equipment necessary to complete the work. Local content: Wanganui District Council has a policy to encourage local content. Ability and willingness to meet tight timeframes and be able to work outside normal work hours. Any other relevant information that the tenderer may consider relevant to the required work. The provision of a warranty on all work completed. Successful tenderers will have one week to tender. Expressions of interest close with: The Secretary Tenders Board Wanganui District Council PO Box 637 Wanganui And either posted to the above address or delivered to: Help Desk Wanganui District Council 101 Guyton Street Wanganui So as to be in the Tenders Box no later than 4.00pm on Tuesday, 9 October 2001 Expressions of interest shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope and noted on the outside with the title and endorsed with the tenderer's name and address. For further information contact Gordon Eastabrook at the Wanganui District Council, phone (06) 349 0543 extn 8184.

At Your Service - Economic Development

We provide economic development

To improve the economic wellbeing of Wanganui people, focussing on job creation, business growth and population growth.

How this service is provided

Enterprise Wanganui Inc provides a variety of services, such as District marketing, to individuals and businesses on the Council's behalf.
Destination Wanganui undertakes the marketing of Wanganui's visitor industry through brochures, co-ordination with neighbouring tourist organisations and liaison with local operators.
The Information Centre in Guyton Street next to the Council building provides visitor information.
Mainstreet Wanganui provides co-ordination and marketing of the central shopping area.
The Council's staff also arrange services such as visitor hosting, provision of statistics and advice on other Council services and processes.

Services provided

Local initiatives and support: To respond to and support an increasing number of economic initiatives and provide ongoing support for cluster development, Be Your Own Boss, Business Grow and capability development.
Regional Partnership Programme: To generate local economic benefits from our regional partnership with neighbouring councils, Iwi and the Crown through various incentives provided by Industry New Zealand.
Policy, research and monitoring: To develop policies, undertake research and obtain statistics that will assist economic development in our community as well as monitoring our progress.
Marketing and promotion: To promote the attributes and benefits of our District to increase awareness and attract more visitors and business to Wanganui, using a mix of media.
Increase visitors to Wanganui: To increase the number of visitors and the quality of their experience through a co-ordinated local visitor industry, using effective promotions and support networks.

Monitoring the service

Annual economic indicators (e.g. employment levels) report.

Cost

The average ratepayer pays $56 per year.
Businesses contribute to some of the marketing programmes.
The Information Centre is an agent for rail, ferry and coach bookings. Some small items, such as maps, stamps and other information, are sold through the Information Centre.

Further information about economic development is available from Philip Shackleton at the Council office, phone 349 0001 or email philips@wanganui.govt.nz.

This information is part of the At Your Service booklet, which gives details on all of the Council's services. You can pick up a copy of the booklet from the Council's Help Desk, or ring the Help Desk on 349 0001 and we will post a copy to you, or email us at wdc@wanganui.govt.nz to request a copy. You can view information about each of the Council's services on our Services pages.

Neighbourhood survey

Wicksteed St/London St/Somme Pde/Dublin St areas

A community survey in the area near Laird Park this month will ask residents lots of questions, including how their area can be improved.

The survey, which will be conducted from October 8-13, involves a number of Wanganui organisations. They are Wanganui District Council, Police, Police Volunteers, Fire Service, Ministry of Education, Polytechnic, Whanganui District Health Board, Safer Community Council, Civil Defence, Truancy Service and Wanganui Chronicle.

It will include questions relating to these agencies and is similar to successful surveys in Castlecliff and College Estate.

The area being surveyed is bounded by London Street (from Wicksteed Street to Kaikokopu Road), Kaikokopu Road (London Street to Somme Parade), Somme Parade (Kaikokopu Road to Dublin Street), Dublin Street (Somme Parade to Wicksteed Street), Wicksteed Street (Dublin Street to London Street) and including both sides of the boundary streets.

Surveyors, who will wear identifiable name tags, will call on lots of homes and will approach residents directly. Residents' help with answering the survey would be much appreciated. It takes about 20 minutes.

The Police Bus will be in the area during the survey period. Please call in and have chat.

Your assistance will help us and in turn help your community.

Creative Communities New Zealand

Local Arts Funding Scheme

Financial Assistance to Arts and Cultural Activities

TE MAHI TAHA TOI ME TE MAHI WHAKANGAHAU MO TENEI WAHI

MO NGA ROPU KEI TE PIRANGI MONI AWHINATIA MO TE MAHI
TAHA TOI ME TE MAHI WHAKANGAHAU

Applications for financial assistance under the Creative New Zealand Local Arts Funding Scheme are now being called for.

Approximately $16,000 is available for distribution to arts and cultural activity groups, organisations and individuals, based in the Wanganui District Council area. (Applications from individuals must indicate community rather than exclusive benefit).

Application Assistance

To assist those wishing to apply, and who may need assistance, please contact either Keith Smith, at the District Council, or Barbara Vine at the Community Arts Centre.

Application forms are available from:

Wanganui District Council
101 Guyton Street
PO Box 637
Wanganui

and

Wanganui Community Arts Centre
19 Taupo Quay
Wanganui

Further detailed information is available from:

Mr Keith Smith
Community Liaison Officer
Wanganui District Council

APPLICATIONS CLOSE AT 4.00PM MONDAY, 5 NOVEMBER 2001

Local Authority Elections
Special Voting

Pursuant to regulation 35 of the Local Electoral Regulations 2001, special voting documents for the Local Authority Elections to be held on Saturday, 13 October 2001, may be obtained from the Special Voting Booth, First Floor, Wanganui District Council Chambers, from Monday, 24 September 2001, to Friday, 12 October 2001, between the hours of 8.30am and 4.30pm daily and also Saturday, 13 October 2001, between the hours of 9.00am and noon.

Persons Entitled to Vote as Special Voters

Any elector may vote at an election or poll as a special voter if -
(a) the elector's name does not appear on the copy of the roll used for that election or poll or has been wrongly deleted from that copy; or
(b) in the case of an election or poll relating to a ward, community, or constituency, the elector has qualified as an elector and the name of the elector is entered on a roll for the territorial authority or other local authority in whose district or region the ward, community, or constituency is situated, but is not entered on a roll in respect of that ward, community, or constituency; or
(c) the elector is a person who is a qualified residential or ratepayer elector under Section 20 (2) or (3) of the Act; but their name is not on the electoral roll or their voting entitlement is incorrectly recorded on that roll; or
(d) the elector spoils, loses, or does not receive his or her voting documents; or
(e) the elector satisfies the electoral officer that it will not be possible or practicable for the elector to vote by casting an ordinary vote without incurring hardship or undue inconvenience.

B P Taylor
Electoral Officer

Sale of Former Plant Nursery
16 Abbot Street

The Wanganui District Council wishes to sell by tender the former Council Plant Nursery located at 16 Abbot Street. The entire property is contained in a 8,896 square metre rear lot and comprises a number of structures including glasshouses, a workshop, tunnel houses, shade house and toilet block.

The Council's preference is to sell the property. However, if no tenders are received, the Council will consider other options, such as lease proposals or offers to purchase, for removal, individual structures or other items. The Tender Pack also contains the appropriate form for parties to register their interest.

Tender Packs for the property are available from the Help Desk of the Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui. Tender documents shall be completed as set out in the Terms and Conditions of Tender contained in the Tender Pack.

Tenders and Registrations of Other Interest must be posted or delivered so as to be received no later than 4.00pm, Tuesday, 6 November 2001, by:

The Secretary
Tenders Board
Tenders Box - Contract 963
Help Desk
Wanganui District Council
PO Box 637 (101 Guyton Street)
Wanganui

Facsimile, telegram, telex or email copies of the tender documents will not be accepted. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Any enquiries should be directed to Joanne O'Connell, Property Officer, Parks & Property Management Services, Wanganui District Council. Phone: (06) 349 0542 or email joanneo@wanganui.govt.nz.

Tenders

Contract 972: Supply of PVC Pressure Pipe

Tenders are invited for the supply of the following PVC pressure pipe.

1476 metres of 225mm diameter
660 metres of 200mm diameter
3000 metres of 150mm diameter

Tender documents can be obtained from the Help Desk, Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui.

Tenders close on 16 October 2001.

Contract 971: Professional Services, Seal Extensions 2001/2002

Tenders are invited for the provision of professional services to provide engineering solutions and organise seal extensions for the following roads:

Western Line
Tenga Street
Ngatarua Road
Kaitoke Road

Documents are available from the Wanganui District Council's Help Desk, 101 Guyton Street, PO Box 637, Wanganui, between the hours of 8.00am and 5.00pm, Monday to Friday.

Tenders, which close at 4.00pm on Tuesday, 16 October 2001, must be placed in the Tenders Box at the Help Desk, or posted to:

The Secretary
Tenders Board
Wanganui District Council
PO Box 637
Wanganui

Tenders are to be in sealed envelopes, endorsed with the contract number, title, and Tenderer's name and address.

Fax or e-mail tenders will not be accepted, and the lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Prime Commercial Location

Within Wanganui's CBD, corner site on St Hill Street (arterial street) across from Cooks Gardens, adjoining public car park and walkway.

Two Council properties and one private property are available for sale as a single package by public tender. The properties comprise a total land area of 815 square metres and older but functional buildings with a combined floor area of 490 square metres.

The properties offer the buyer a unique redevelopment opportunity adding to Wanganui's fine streetscape or an investment with a potential for growth.

For an information pack on the properties and a form of tender, please contact Anne Flutey, Property Officer, Wanganui District Council phone (06) 349 0543 extn 8186; PO Box 637, Wanganui; e-mail annef@wanganui.govt.nz.

Tenders close at the Tenders Box which is located at the Wanganui District Council's Help Desk, 101 Guyton Street Wanganui at 4.00pm on Tuesday, 4 December 2001. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Contract No. 962: Kai Iwi Pipe Bridge No. 2

Tenders are invited for the construction of Pipe Bridge No. 2 near Kai Iwi Hall on Rangitatau East Road.

The work consists of construction of piled abutments and space frame truss span and does not include laying of water mains.

Tender documents will be available from Wednesday, 26 September 2001, from the Help Desk, Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui, between the hours of 8.00am and 5.00pm; phone (06) 349 0001, fax (06) 349 0000.

Tenders close with Secretary, Tenders Board, Wanganui District Council, PO Box 637, Wanganui at 4.00pm on Tuesday, 9 October 2001.

Contract No. 955: Brunswick Road Water Treatment Plant

Tenders are invited for the above contract, which is for the construction of a new water treatment plant for the city of Wanganui.

The work includes but is not limited to excavation, drainage, concrete work, steelwork, blockwork, carpentry and roofing, chlorination, electrical controls and pumping, road works and restoration. The plant contractor shall work with another supply and installation contractor for some water treatment.

Tender documents may be obtained from 2 October 2001 at the Help Desk, Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui, between the hours of 8.00am and 5.00pm; phone (06) 349 0001, fax (06) 349 0000.

Tenders close with the Secretary, Tenders Board, Wanganui District Council, PO Box 637, Wanganui at 4.00pm on Tuesday, 30 October 2001.

Tenders will be evaluated by the weighted attribute method in accordance with Transfund NZ Competitive Pricing Procedures (CPP). The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Contract No. 956: Brunswick Road Water Main

Tenders are invited for the above contract, which is for the provision of approximately 1400m of new water main to be laid from the existing main to the Brunswick Road proposed water treatment plant.

The work includes but is not limited to trenching, installation and testing, filling and reinstatement.

Tender documents may be obtained from 1 October 2001 at the Help Desk, Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui, between the hours of 8.00am and 5.00pm; phone (06) 349 0001, fax (06) 349 0000.

Tenders close with Secretary, Tenders Board, Wanganui District Council, PO Box 637, Wanganui at 4.00pm on Tuesday, 16 October 2001.

Tenders will be evaluated in accordance with Transfund Competitive Pricing Procedures (CPP). The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted.

Tender For Removal

Two Bedroom Stucco House
30 Webb Road, Wanganui

An information sheet and tender documents are available at:

The Help Desk, Wanganui District Council, 101 Guyton Street, Wanganui

Tenders close 4.00pm Tuesday, 30 October 2001

Enquiries to Anne Flutey or Stephen Horn
Parks & Property, Wanganui District Council
Telephone (06) 349 0001

Builders Work - Registrations of Interest and Pre-tender Qualification

Registrations of Interest are invited from experienced Building Contractors to undertake office fit-out alterations and refurbishment work, within a tight timeframe, with completion by mid December. The work involves a refit of part of the ground floor of the Gas Building, 179 St Hill Street, for Wanganui Water Services. Telecommunications, power, air conditioning and data will be completed by nominated subcontractors.

From the registrations of interest, it is proposed that four parties will be asked to provide tenders. The following information is required in writing to allow us to choose suitable tenderers.

Previous experience and track record in the building trade.
Be able to supply labour, materials, plant and equipment necessary to complete the work.
Local content: Wanganui District Council has a policy to encourage local content.
Ability and willingness to meet tight timeframes and be able to work outside normal work hours.
Any other relevant information that the tenderer may consider relevant to the required work.
The provision of a warranty on all work completed.
Successful tenderers will have one week to tender.

Expressions of interest close with:

The Secretary
Tenders Board
Wanganui District Council
PO Box 637
Wanganui

And either posted to the above address or delivered to:

Help Desk
Wanganui District Council
101 Guyton Street
Wanganui

So as to be in the Tenders Box no later than

4.00pm on Tuesday, 9 October 2001

Expressions of interest shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope and noted on the outside with the title and endorsed with the tenderer's name and address.

For further information contact Gordon Eastabrook at the Wanganui District Council, phone (06) 349 0543 extn 8184.