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for the main contract begin, (b) who did that scoping work, (c) what were the procurement arrangements for that scoping work, (d) when was the scoping work completed, (e) when were expressions of interest in the main contract called, (f) what was the closing date, (g) how many expressions of interest were received, (h) what was the range of prices quoted, (i) when were the expressions of interest assessed, (j) when was the decision made as to the successful tenderer (Shaw Building Group), (k) when was that communicated to the successful tenderer, (l) what were the reasons for awarding the contract to the successful tenderer, (m) what were the differences between the successful tenderer’s original offer (16 September 2016) and their revised offer (7 April 2017), (n) why was a revised offer required, (o) when will work on replacement of the switchboard begin, (p) how long will it take and (q) what electrical supply back-up arrangements will be operational while the switchboard is being replaced.

Ms Fitzharris: The answer to the member’s question is as follows:

(a) The scoping work for the Electrical Main Switch Board project commenced on 11 January 2016.

(b) Performance specifications were developed by Barry Tam. Design Development was prepared by Steensen Varming PTY LTD.

(d) On 12 July 2016 the Electrical Consultant delivered the technical specification documentation for the main electrical works.

(e) The Expressions of Interest were called on 24 March 2016.

(f) The closing date for the Expressions of Interest was 28 April 2016.

(g) Six Expressions of Interest were received.

(h) Prices were not required for the Expression of Interest stage of the procurement. Where pricing information is requested in tenders, this remains commercial in confidence and cannot be disclosed.

(i) Assessment of the Expressions of Interest commenced on 28 April 2016 and approval of the shortlist was provided on 9 June 2016.

(j) The decision around the successful tenderer was made on 15 December 2016.

(k) The decision was communicated to the successful tenderer on 16 December 2016.

(l) Shaw Building Group's Request for Tender submission represented the best value for money for the Territory, following an assessment against the below threshold and assessable criteria:

Threshold Criteria

• Prequalification Level

• Industrial Relations and Employment Obligations

• Construction Industry Compliance

• Quality Management

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