Suitably qualified contractors are invited by TransGrid to register interest by 23rd January, 2001 in constructing 3.2 km x 3.4 m-diameter 330 kV cable tunnel between Sydney Park and Haymarket, to be TBM driven from each end, and 600 m x 3.4 m-diameter roadheader tunnel to be driven from Haymarket, including all shafts and adits. Shale/sandstone will require rockbolt support and shotcrete lining. D & C contract will be awarded June, 2001 for construction start September, 2001 and handover March, 2003. More from cwsyd@conwag.com or visit www.transgrid.com.au 02/01.
