Tenders/DTMI417326 - Purchase and Removal of vessel BX360 'Georgia'

DTMI417326 - Purchase and Removal of vessel BX360 'Georgia'

Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure

Published: Nov 12, 2026

Updated: Nov 13, 2026

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the transport and logistics and general supplies sectors, with a focus on Logistics and Freight. Located in Australia, Pacific & Oceania, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Tenders WA, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the transport and logistics sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The Item for purchase and removal is a 10.6 metre fibreglass launch, vessel registration BX360, vessel name ‘Georgia’. The vessel is currently moored within the Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour at the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) Marine Operations Centre, 14 Capo D’Orlando Drive, South Fremantle, Western Australia. The vessel was initially reported as sinking at Maylands Boat Ramp, Swan River on 6 December 2025. The vessel was grounded only and had fallen on its side at low tide; the hull integrity was not compromised. The vessel's propulsion system is inoperable, and the vessel cannot be manoeuvred under its own power. The helm (steering wheel) was not observed during inspection and may be missing. On 20 January 2026, the vessel was successfully refloated and towed to Courtesy Mooring 1279 on the Swan River, where it remained until being relocated to its current location within the Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour. The vessel was moved pursuant to regulation 40K (Obstruction Notice) of the Navigable Waters Regulations 1958 (NWR). The Item is being sold pursuant to regulation 42(a) of the Navigable Waters Regulations 1958. DTMI is seeking offers for the purchase and removal of this vessel and all remnants as described below. Works to make the vessel fit for transport are supported however, works to restore or modify the vessel are not permitted in the vessel’s current location.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Tenders WA and was originally published on November 12, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure

Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure has issued 60 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 7 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Transport & Logistics, and General Supplies & Services. All notices are published for Australia. Notices are distributed via Tenders WA. Most recent publication: November 12, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Transport & Logistics sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Australia. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

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Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure in Australia. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.