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PROJECT
ESTIMATING
Prepared by Project Management Office

Document No. RTA-CSD-PMS-PR-M-02
Roads and Traffic Authority of New South Wales, 2001
RTA Project Estimating
Edition 1, Revision 0
Issued December 2001
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
1.1
1.2
INTRODUCTION
Applicability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1
Glossary of Terms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
OVERVIEW OF RTA REQUIREMENTS

Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RTA Estimating Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Responsibilities and Approvals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Relevant Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Project Stages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Presentation of Estimates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.1
2.2
2.5
2.8
2.9
2.9
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
3.10
3.11
3.12
3.13
3.14
ESTIMATING APPROACH
Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Types of Estimates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Methods of Estimating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Definition of Project Scope and Constraints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Constructability and Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Asset Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Occupational Health, Safety & Rehabilitation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmental Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Traffic Issues. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Risk & Contingency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Value Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Use of Historical Cost Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quality Assurance in Estimating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guidelines for Preparing Estimates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.1
3.1
3.4
3.8
3.12
3.13
3.13
3.14
3.15
3.15
3.19
3.20
3.22
3.24
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
ESTIMATE COMPONENTS
Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Project Development Costs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Detailed Investigation and Design Costs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Property Acquisition Costs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Infrastructure Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Utilities Costs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handover Costs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1
4.1
4.2
4.2
4.4
4.4
4.5
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
STRATEGIC ESTIMATE
Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preliminary Project Appreciation Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Estimate Establishment Stage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.1
5.1
5.1
5.3
5.5
5.6
Concurrence, Approval and Acceptance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
CONCEPT ESTIMATE
Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preliminary Project Appreciation Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Concurrence, Approval and Acceptance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1
6.1
6.1
6.3
6.6
6.6
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
7.6
7.7
DETAILED ESTIMATE
Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preliminary Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Project Appreciation Stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Concurrence, Approval and Acceptance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1
7.1
7.1
7.4
7.5
7.10
7.11
PROJECT COMPLETION FEEDBACK

8.1
Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.1
CONTRACT VARIATIONS
9.1
Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.1
9.2
Contract Variations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.1
10
10.1
10.2
10.3
ESTIMATING SOFTWARE
Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.1
Estimating Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.1
Risk Quantification Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.5
LIST OF APPENDICES
Note: Appendices listed hereunder are contained at the ends of the chapters with which
they are associated (eg Appendix 2.1 is contained at the end of Chapter 2)
Appendix 2.1
Standard Summary Structure for development Project Estimates
Appendix 5.1
Sample Cost Estimate Scope
Appendix 5.2
Sample Work Breakdown Structure
Appendix 5.3
Sample Strategic Estimate Report
Appendix 5.4
Verification Checklist
Appendix 5.5
Estimate Approval and Acceptance Form
Appendix 6.1
Appendix 6.2
Appendix 6.3
Sample Concept Estimate Report
Appendix 6.4
Appendix 6.5
Appendix 7.1
Appendix 7.2
Sample Verbal Quotation Record
Appendix 7.3
Sample Site Visit Checklist
Appendix 7.4
Appendix 7.5
Sample Estimate Review Sheet
Appendix 7.6
Sample Detailed Estimate Report
Appendix 7.7
Appendix 7.8
Appendix 8.1
Procedure RTA-CSD-PMS-PR-P-48
H A P T E R
INTRODUCTION
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1.1 Applicability
This manual has been produced for the purpose of both preparation and
review of estimates for RTA projects. It is applicable to a wide range
of RTA projects, delivery systems and complexity of estimates, from
small maintenance projects undertaken by RTAs own workforce to
major infrastructure projects delivered by private funding and
construction.
The background and experience of personnel preparing or reviewing
estimates for RTA is widely varied. The manual is intended to be a
concise, hands-on, user friendly document which will provide the
person responsible for preparation of the estimate with sufficient
guidance to satisfactorily produce a reliable estimate. For the
experienced estimator, the manual provides data and guidance on RTA
specific estimating terminology, requirements and estimate
presentation formats.
While the manual is complimentary to other RTA publications and
documents, it is intended to essentially stand alone, without the need to
continually locate and refer to other documents. For this reason,
relevant important information from other RTA documents has been
reproduced in this manual.
The manual contains requirements, and utilises terminology and
features, specific to RTA. It is not intended for use on other than RTA
projects.

Introduction
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1.2 Glossary of Terms

Accountability
The final responsibility for completion of tasks and achievement

of results within delegated authority and to established
performance standards.
Actual Cost
The final out-turn dollar expenditure on a project.
Anticipated Final Cost
The sum of expenditure to date and the forecast expenditure, in

outturn dollars, to complete the project.
Concept Estimate
An estimate in current dollars prepared during the concept

development phase and finalised following the determination of
the Environmental Impact Assessment and concept approval.
Contingency
Non-variation provision which covers circumstances that could

not be forseen at the time of preparation of the estimate.
Current Dollars
The value of work expressed in dollars of the day by inflating

actual past expenditures and deflating projected future
expenditures according to the approved inflationary factors.
Definitive Estimate
An estimate which is reported as a single result.
Detailed Estimate
The total estimate of all aspects of a project prepared prior to

commencement of construction and based on final designs,
detailed quantities and other identified costs, including
allowances for contingencies and variations.
Direct Costs
The actual costs of construction of the physical project work,

exclusive of all margins, overheads and the like. Direct costs are
composed of plant, materials and labour up to leading hand
level.
Estimate
A calculated prediction of the amount of money required to

undertake a specific amount of work, expressed in dollar values
of the year in which it was prepared. It is prepared in a
systematic manner appropriate to the size and complexity of the
project, and to a level of accuracy commensurate with the
available information and the intended use of the information
developed. It may include some prior expenditure in a mix of
year dollar values.
First Principles Estimating
An accurate, high order estimating method, which applies

detailed breakdowns of prices for plant, labour and materials to
develop direct costs and a calculation of expected indirect costs.
Global Estimating
A very approximate, low order estimating method based on all

in or global rates, such as $/km of freeway.
Indirect Costs
Costs not included in direct costs (such as supervision, site costs,

insurances, design) but exclusive of contingency and profit.
Job
A stand alone component of a project.
Margin
An allowance which includes the construction contractors

corporate overheads and profit.
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Outturn Dollars
Dollars of the period in which the work was or will be

performed.
Project
A series of inter-related activities with defined start and end

dates designed to achieve a unique and common objective.
Project Estimate
The total estimated cost in current or outturn dollars of all

aspects of a project.
Range Estimate
An estimate which is reported as a range of values within which

the estimate can be considered to lie.
Risk
The possibility that an expected outcome is not achieved or is

replaced by another, or that an event (forseen as being possible
but unlikely) occurs.
Strategic Estimate
An estimate in current dollars prepared for project feasibility

studies of various options prior to the development of a concept.
Value
The lowest cost to reliably accomplish a function in accordance

with required levels of quality and performance.
Value Management
A structured, analytical process which seeks to achieve value for

money by providing all the necessary functions at the lowest
total cost consistent with required levels of quality and
performance.
Variation
Additional approved work or work not required. Also, extras or

deductions resulting from errors or omissions in the detailed
drawings and/or specifications.

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Chapter 1

H A P T E R
OVERVIEW OF RTA REQUIREMENTS
CHAPTER0
2.1 Summary
RTAs current estimating policy is focused on the preparation of
unlikely to be exceeded estimates. This means that the Actual Cost of
a project has a 90% probability of not being greater than the estimate
prepared at any project stage. An alternative way of expressing this, is
that estimates are to have a 90% confidence factor of not being
exceeded.
At the same time, estimates must not be excessively conservative.
Estimates must make reasonable allowances for risks and
contingencies, and items which are likely to be included in the final
project scope through processes such as environmental determinants
and community consultation.
Review of project estimates is mandatory.
This chapter:
details general responsibilities, delegations and accountabilities
within RTA;
contains a list of relevant Australian Standards and RTA
documents;
details RTAs project stages and the estimates associated with
each stage; and
details presentation requirements for estimates.
A standard summary structure, which is to be used for all development

project estimates, is contained in Appendix 2.1. For smaller
maintenance, traffic or road safety projects a modified work breakdown
structure may be adopted. At a level below this, the Project Manager
Overview of RTA Requirements

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will decide whether the estimate should be formulated geographically

or functionally, on a project by project basis. Proprietary software
normally has the facility to present estimates in both of these ways,
thereby simplifying the task of modifying estimates.
Within RTA usage, the word estimate without out-turn means
dollar values in the year of the estimate. A date must therefore be
included in all estimates.
2.2 RTA Estimating Policy

The definition of an estimate in Chapter 1 is a combination of the
definition from RTAs Project Management Guidelines and that
contained in F.J.Slatterys Fundamentals of Estimating for
Engineering Construction.
The contribution from Slattery is the stated recognition of constraints
on the estimating process at various project stages and in particular the
need to ensure that the targeted level of estimate accuracy is
compatible with the available information.
Although such a qualification ought to be self-evident, the estimating
fundamental reflected, namely that of matching estimating effort and
particularly expectation of outcome with available information, is not
always observed. This should be borne in mind by all estimators when
preparing estimates for RTA.
The acceptable range for Strategic, Concept and Detailed Estimates,
expressed as a percentage of Actual Cost, has previously been -30% to
+30%, -20% to +20% and -10% to +10% respectively. These ranges
reflect the fact that as a project is developed the scope and risks will
become increasingly better defined. This is shown diagrammatically in
Figure 2.1.
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Required estimate range

+30%
+20%
+10%
Actual Cost
-10%
-20%
Detailed
Concept
Strategic
-30%
Figure 2.1 Traditional Approach to Estimating

However, the impact of this philosophy is that in the case of 50% of
estimates, the Actual Cost is higher than the estimate; and in the case of
50% of estimates, the Actual Cost is lower than the estimate. This
philosophy is no longer appropriate for budgeting reasons.
Current RTA policy, in response to changes in Client requirements, is
that estimates are to be produced on an unlikely to be exceeded basis,
and therefore there must be a high degree of confidence that the Actual
Cost will be less than or equal to the estimated cost. This policy is
equivalent to a lower range of estimate variation from Actual Cost of
zero. This is shown diagrammatically in Figure 2.2.


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+30%
Required estimate range

(Upper Limit - 90% probability of not being exceeded)
+20%
+10%
Actual Cost
-10%
-20%
Detailed
Concept
Strategic
-30%
Figure 2.2 Required RTA Approach

Estimating in such an environment requires a conservative but realistic
view of the project scope together with the risks and contingencies
associated with the project, particularly in the early project stages
where less detailed project information is available. The estimator may,
in producing a not to be exceeded estimate, be tempted to take an
inappropriately conservative view in the face of uncertainties. The
challenge for the estimator is to arrive at a realistic (that is, not overly
conservative) view of the project scope and risks and assign
appropriate contingencies, in order to produce a meaningful estimate
within the not to be exceeded but not to be excessive band of
acceptability.
All estimates must include a detailed consideration of RTAs project
costs, including project management. These costs must be estimated
essentially on a first principles basis, taking into account the expected
RTA personnel required for the project and appropriate charge out
rates, inclusive of personnel direct costs and regional and corporate
overheads.
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Estimates are relevant only to a particular project scope, or range of

scopes, which must be clearly set out as part of the estimate.
Estimates must make reasonable allowances for risks and
contingencies. Estimates should also make provision for items that are
considered likely to be ultimately required, having regard to such
inputs as environmental determinants and community input on the final
project scope. Such items should be included as specific allowances
and not through an increase in contingency.
Peer review of project estimates is mandatory and should be
undertaken by an experienced officer independent of the project team.
For projects over $20M in value ($10M for Federally funded projects)
the estimate is to be submitted, after peer review, to the RTA Project
Management Office (PMO) for review and concurrence.
2.3 Responsibilities and Approvals
This section contains general responsibilities and approvals related to

estimating. More detailed descriptions, where appropriate, are
contained within the relevant sections of this manual.
RTAs policy is to ensure that there are clear lines of responsibility and
accountability to ensure that the best possible outcome is achieved. To
assist in this process, this section assigns those responsibilities in
regard to the preparation, review, concurrence, approval and
acceptance of project estimates.
2.3.1 Estimate Preparation

The Project Manager is responsible for:
establishing the Scope of Work in consultation with the Clients
Representative;


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preparation of strategic, concept and detailed estimates;

carrying out the tasks in the checklists for preparation of the
various stages of estimates;
preparation of estimates for comparison with tenders; and
providing evidence of peer review (by a Senior Project Manager
where applicable).
The Client Representative is responsible for:
ensuring that the estimate is consistent with the scope of work and
available funding.
2.3.2 Estimate Review and Concurrence

To support RTAs commitment to achieve accurate project estimates,
PMO has been assigned the role of review and concurrence of some
project estimates. Accordingly:
For all estimates of cost greater than $20 million, all Federally funded
project estimates of cost greater than $10 million, and for all high risk
complex estimates of cost, the Estimator, PMO is responsible for:
checking that all necessary documentation has been completed
and submitted by the Project Manger;
reviewing pareto item quantities and rates, eg earthworks,
pavement, structures;
identifying potential errors in the estimate;
reviewing project constructability;
assessing construction methodologies;
verifying that known risks have been identified and appropriate
allowances have been made in the estimate;
verifying that key assumptions have been listed and appropriate
allowances have been made in the estimate;
verifying that previous quantities, rates, lump sums and
contingencies have been reviewed as additional information
becomes available; and
preparation of a report recommending concurrence to the
estimate of cost.
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The General Manager, PMO is responsible for:

ensuring that all necessary documentation is in order;
ensuring that the estimate is reasonable for the scope of work; and
signing off concurrence.
2.3.3 Approvals
For estimates of cost less than $5 million, the Section Manager is
responsible for approval.
For estimates of cost greater than $5 million and less than $50 million,
the Branch Manager or the Regional Manager is responsible for
approval.
For estimates of cost greater than $50 million, the Director, Client
Services is responsible for approval.
The approving officer is also responsible for recommending and
supporting the Project budget.
2.3.4 Estimate Acceptance

The Client Representative is responsible for:
recommending the approval of the project budget based on a
proposed funding profile.
The Client is responsible for acceptance of the estimate and approval

of the project budget.


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2.4 Relevant Documents

2.4.1 Australian Standards
AS/NZS 4183 Value Management

AS/NZS 4360 Risk Management
2.4.2 RTA Documents
RTA Project Management Guidelines Estimating, Scope and Cost

Control for development Projects (February 2000)
RTA Planning and Design Guide (July 1990)
RTA Economic Analysis Manual (June 1999)
RTA Risk Management Manual (June 1999)
RTA Delegations Manual (October 1998)
RTA RNI Development Program Guidelines (February 1999)
RTA Finance Manual (June 1999)
RTA Project Management Services Integrated Management System
PM21
NSW Government Capital Project Procurement Guidelines (October
1993, currently under review)
NSW Government Total Asset Management Guidelines Economic
Appraisal, Life-Cycle Costing, Value Management, Risk Management,
Post-Implementation Review (December 1999)
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2.5 Project Stages

The stages in an RTA project lifecycle at which an estimate is required
are listed below. These stages are typical for medium to large
development projects. It is expected that there would be lesser stages
for smaller development, maintenance, traffic and road safety projects.
Estimate Stage
When Prepared
Strategic
As part of a route or area strategy and reported in the Route or Area Strategy
Report.
Revised Strategic
On completion of desktop study work at commencement of the Option

Investigation Phase and reported in the Project Development Proposal.
Preliminary
At the end of the Option Investigation Phase and included in the Preferred
Option Report.
Initial Concept
After the development of an engineering concept on the preferred option. It is

reported in the Initial Concept Design Report.
Concept
Prior to finalisation of the EIS or REF and reported in the Concept Design Report.
Revised Concept
During finalisation of the Representations Report and submitted together with this
report.
Final Concept
After receipt of the Conditions of Approval and any design amendments. The
estimate is reported in the Project Implementation Proposal.
Detailed
On completion of the detailed design and reported separately.
Completely new estimates, rather than review and modification of

previous estimates, are to be prepared at least at Strategic, Initial
Concept and Detailed stages to ensure that any changes and
modifications to previous estimates are fully incorporated and that
appropriate rigour is applied to the estimating process.
2.6 Presentation of Estimates

A standard Summary structure for development project estimates is
shown in Appendix 2.1. (This is identical to the structure contained in
Table 3.1 of the Project Management Guidelines Estimating, Scope
and Cost Control for Development Projects.) This Summary sheet is to
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this summary sheet can be accessed through PM21 (Project

Management System) on the PMO web site.
In preparation of the Summary, consideration must be given to the
accuracy of the presented estimated cost. The Project Manager should
select an appropriate level of rounding commensurate with the stage of
the project and the accuracy of the estimate. For example, strategic
estimates within the range $0 to $50 million could be rounded to the
nearest $1 million to $2 million, and strategic estimates over $50
million rounded to the nearest $5 million to $10 million. Rounding
should only be done once at the end of the estimate and not
progressively within the estimate.
At the level below that of the Summary, the estimator will develop a
more detailed summary, the make-up and appearance of which will
depend on the type of estimate and the estimating methodology
adopted. Further guidance on appropriate styles is contained in
Chapters 5, 6 and 7 of this manual.
On major linear type projects, such as roads and tunnels, the estimator
will be faced with the choice of presentation of the estimate either
geographically or functionally. As an example, a road project may be
presented either as costs for specific sections between selected
chainages or as total costs for major elements such as earthworks,
pavements and the like.
Each type of presentation has advantages. A geographic presentation is
required for comparison of subroutes within an overall route. Such a
presentation has disadvantages, however, in value engineering
exercises where a global change in an item over the whole project, such
as pavement type, requires reworking in each geographic section rather
than in one item for the whole project, as would be the case in the
functional type presentation.
The Project Manager will decide which style is likely to provide the
most flexibility for the particular project.
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A major advantage of the majority of proprietary estimating software is

the facility to present estimates in two or more alternative ways. While
obligatory use of proprietary software is not yet RTA policy, those
undertaking repetitive estimates of major projects may find the benefits
of such software worthwhile. Further details of proprietary software are
contained in Chapter 10.
Within RTA usage, the word estimate without out-turn means
dollar values in the year of the estimate. All estimates must therefore
include a date, however a month and year is sufficient.


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P P E N D I X
2.1
STANDARD SUMMARY STRUCTURE FOR

DEVELOPMENT PROJECT ESTIMATES
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Standard Summary Structure for Development Project Estimates

Table 3.1
Project:
Prepared by:
Project No:
Date:
Item
Estimate
Estimate Stage:
Contingency
Estimate
(excluding
% of Total
Comments/Assumptions
Estimate
%
Amount
(including contingency)
$
$
$
%
%
%
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
%
%
%
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
%
%
%
%
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
%
%
%
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
%
%
%
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
%
%
%
%
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Sub total
TOTAL
contingency)
1. Project Development
1 (a) Route/Concept/EIS or REF
1 (b) Project Management Services
1 (c) Client Representation
Sub total
2. Investigation and Design

2 (a) Investigation and Design
Sub total
3. Property Acquisitions
3 (a) Acquire Property
3 (b) Professional Services for Property
3 (c) Project Management Services
3 (d) Client Representation
Sub total
4. Public Utility Adjustments

4 (a) Adjust Utilities
Sub total
5. Construction
5 (a) - 5 (c) Infrastructure
5 (d) Project Management Services
5 (e) Client Representation
Sub total
6. Handover
6 (a) Refurbish old route
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ESTIMATING APPROACH
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3.1 Summary
RTAs estimating approach is to require estimates be prepared at least
at three stages of development of a project:
Strategic;
Concept; and
Detailed.
This chapter:
discusses various methods of preparation of estimates (global,
unit rates, first principles);
requires that the scope of the project be properly and
appropriately specified;
requires that certain items (including constructability and
program) be considered in the preparation of an estimate;
considers special issues (including asset management,
occupational health and safety, environment and traffic) to be
considered in the preparation of a project estimate;
discusses consideration of risk and contingency in estimates;
considers the use of value management techniques;
considers the use of historical cost data; and
requires the implementation of Quality Assurance practices in the
preparation and checking of estimates.
3.2 Types of Estimates

The types of estimates undertaken by RTA for development projects
are listed in Chapter 2. The main types, and the purposes for which
these estimates are used, are as follows.

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Strategic
providing budgets for program management purposes;
comparing various alternatives within a project;
Concept
determining the viability of projects by establishing cost / benefit
values;
monitoring and comparing costs in project value engineering;
Detailed
establishing values for contract tender assessment; and
establishing project cash flow and payment requirements.
The characteristics of the above estimate types are contained in Table

3.1.
Estimate Type
Applicability
Strategic
Project feasibility studies of various options prior to the development

of a concept.
Concept
Prepared during the concept stage and finalised following the

determination of the Environmental Impact Assessment and concept
approval.
Detailed
Prepared prior to commencement of construction and based on final

designs, detailed quantities and other identified costs, including
allowances for contingencies and variations.
Table 3.1 RTA Characteristics of Estimates

It is informative to compare RTAs estimate types with those which
may be regarded as typical of the estimating industry.
Estimate types proposed by Slattery and by Antill are contained in
Tables 3.2 and 3.3 respectively.
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Estimate Type
Applicability
Order of
Accuracy
Order of
Magnitude
When the project is first mooted, to establish its broad viability or a first
budget for fiscal planning
+/-30%
Preliminary
When some information on the project has been developed, to

determine more accurately the magnitude of the financial commitment
or to evaluate alternatives
+/-20%
Definitive
Prepared during the detailed design phase to ensure that the cost of the
structure or facility developing from the design process is within
budget, or the probable extent of the overrun
+/-10%
Detailed
Prepared by a Contractor as part of the process of preparing a tender for

the construction of a project
+/-5%
Table 3.2 Slatterys Classification of Estimates
Estimate Type
Applicability
Required Information
Order of
Accuracy
Approximate or
rough
Pre-design, to assess the

magnitude of a project prior to
its design, produced with a
minimum of preparation (an
intelligent guess)
Basic project information, a cost

rate for some readily measurable
quantity, such as rate per square
metre of bridge deck area
+/-20% to 25%
Preliminary
Assessing the relative costs of

alternative designs
General arrangement and major

quantities
+/-15% to 20%
+/-10% to 15%
More details and a reasonable

quantity schedules
Detailed: either
basic costs
The final assessment of the cost

of a project.
Detailed bill of quantities prepared

from the final working drawings
and specifications
+/-5% to 10%
+/-8% to 12%
unit rates
Table 3.3 Antills Classification of Estimates
Slatterys and Antills estimate characteristics are considered

representative of normal industry practice; it is therefore seen (by
comparison of these tables) that the RTAs 90% probability of Actual
Cost not exceeding estimated cost requirement is more rigorous than
typical in the estimating industry.
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It may further be seen that the upper level accuracies required of

RTAs strategic, concept and detailed estimates are met or exceeded by
accuracies achieved by the approximate (or order of magnitude),
preliminary and detailed (or definitive) estimate. It may be concluded
that similar methods should be used to prepare each of these
corresponding estimate types.
RTAs recent experience has found this to be generally true of
preliminary / concept estimates and detailed (or definitive) estimates.
However, experience has been that strategic estimates based on the
approximate or order of magnitude methodology do not deliver
RTAs requirements of a strategic estimate with sufficient certainty.
This has been found to be the case particularly for road project
estimates based simply on $ per km.
3.3 Methods of Estimating

All estimates utilise the basic concept of division of a project into
sufficiently small elements so as to allow a single rate or unit cost to be
applied to each element, extending the quantities and rates to determine
a cost for each element, summing the resulting elemental costs and
finally applying additional costs to give a complete estimate.
The basic difference in the estimate types is the degree to which a
project is divided into elements and the method used to apply rates and
the additional costs. The more rigorous the process used, the greater
will be the certainty of estimate outcome or (in other words) the
accuracy of the estimate.
The method chosen for the preparation of an estimate depends on both
the purpose for which the estimate is required (and therefore the
required accuracy of the estimate) and the level of detail of available
data. There is little point, for example, in commitment of the resources
required to prepare a detailed first principles estimate on the basis of
strategic information.
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Methods commonly used in preparation of estimates are outlined

below:
3.3.1 Global Estimates

The term Global Estimating or Order of Magnitude Estimating is used
to describe a coarse or low order method of estimating involving the
use of all in or global composite rates. The project could be
considered as consisting of one estimating element only and the
estimate prepared on this basis.
Examples are road cost per km and bridge costs per square metre of
deck area.
This method has historically been used for strategic estimates, and may
still be satisfactory for some projects.
However, such an approach has been found not to reliably deliver the
required certainty of outcome for road projects, and must be used with
caution.
If a Global Estimate is to be prepared (due to shortage of time or other
constraints) it is essential that the composition of an historic global rate
be understood prior to adoption and application of that rate to a new
project. Often, global rates are based on actual completed costs and do
not contain a contingency allowance, although occasionally an
allowance for foreseeable risks may have been contained in the global
rate. In any event, the allowances, if any, for these items contained in
an historic global rate must be reviewed and adjusted, if necessary, for
the new projects particular circumstances.
3.3.2 Unit Rates Estimates

The Unit Rate approach makes use of historical rates and calculated
quantities to derive elemental costs. The level of project detail available
at the time of estimate preparation, and the purpose for which the
estimate is required, will determine the number of items into which the
project is divided.
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Even when limited information is available, it is likely that a better

result will be attained by adoption of a coarse unit rates approach rather
than a global method.
With a sufficient level of information, judicious selection of
appropriate historical rates and provided that sufficient care is taken to
ensure that the complete scope of the project is incorporated in the
estimate, the unit rate approach is capable of production of estimates
suitable for RTAs requirements for detailed estimates, that is, within
10% of Actual Cost.
However, care must be exercised to ensure that appropriate rates are
selected and the makeup of those rates is understood.
3.3.3 First Principles Estimates

The basis of first principles estimating, sometimes referred to as basic
costs estimating, is replacement of the historical cost data with rates
calculated specifically for the particular project.
To begin a First Principles estimate, a new project is divided into the
finest feasible elements. For example, concrete in a bridge deck is
typically further subdivided into formwork, concrete supply,
placement, finishing and curing.
The plant, materials and labour requirements for each of these basic
steps in construction of each element are determined, taking account of
such factors as material wastage, plant cycle times and labour
inefficiencies.
Direct cost rates (exclusive of risk, contingency, indirect costs and
margin) are calculated to develop a direct cost rate for each element,
which, when applied to the calculated elemental quantities, gives a
forecast direct cost.
Indirect costs, or preliminaries, are calculated by consideration of time
based costs and one-off costs (those which are independent of the
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duration of the project). Time based costs include site staff and their
vehicles, site running costs, time related insurances and the like,
whereas indirect costs include such items as mobilisation, site
establishment, tender costs (for a contractor), lump sum insurances and
similar items.
The direct costs and indirect costs are then added, an allowance for cost
escalation (if applicable) over the anticipated duration of the project
applied, and margin and contingency added to give the total estimated
cost. If the purpose of the estimate is to complete a schedule of rates or
prices for a tender, indirect costs, margins and the like would then be
spread over the tender items.
First principles estimating is the method normally adopted by
Contractors for preparation of detailed estimates for contract tenders. It
is the most time consuming and hence costly to prepare, but has the
potential to deliver the greatest certainty of outcome. Used
inappropriately, however, first principles estimating can deliver results
that are outside even the required range of strategic estimates.
3.3.4 Hybrid Unit Rate / First Principles Estimate

Unit rates used by RTA in estimates are traditionally obtained from
previous tenders for similar work. These are commonly selling rates,
which include indirect costs and all contractors contingencies, margins
and allowances. The sum of the elemental costs derived by the
quantities and rates is the estimated cost.
Since each project has unique constraints and requirements, such an
approach contains inherent inaccuracies in that factors and allowances
developed for a previous project (which may not be applicable or
appropriate to the project being estimated) will be applied with the unit
rate.
An alternative approach, which uses some features of the unit rate
method and some of first principles estimating, can result in increased
estimate accuracy without requiring the resource investment required
of a full first principles estimate.
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Such a method relies on the availability of direct cost unit rates - that is
rates which are equivalent to those derived from the first principles
approach before the application of any other costs.
The process involved is to divide the project into the smallest feasible
geographic or work breakdown structure elements, but without further
subdivision into the basic components of plant, materials and labour.
Application of direct cost rates (obtained by averaging tendered rates
for similar projects in the recent past) to the elemental quantities will
result in the direct cost as in the first principles method. The remainder
of the estimate is then developed similar to the first principles estimate,
although usually on a coarser scale.
In some cases, development of rates from first principles may still be
required. An example could be a road project in undulating or hilly
terrain with substantial cut to fill earthworks combined with a fill
deficit, requiring substantial borrow and haulage. In such a case,
consideration of likely mass hauls, haul distances and plant cycle times
may be required to develop custom unit rates for the project. Historical
data would then be used for the remaining items of the estimate
Such an estimate caters more accurately to the project conditions and
constraints than the standard unit rates method, although not as well as
a first principles estimate, and can therefore be expected to have an
accuracy between those achieved by these methods.
3.4 Definition of Project Scope and Constraints

3.4.1 Project Scope
The starting point for any estimate is definition of the project scope.
Scope definition requires an understanding of the project objectives
and the means by which those objectives will be delivered. In the
majority of RTA projects, objectives will be delivered through
construction of physical infrastructure and works. However, there are
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some projects (for example in the Information Technology and

Management areas) where delivery of a project will not involve
physical works. Although in such projects there may be no physical end
product, understanding of the project objectives and documentation of
the project scope is equally important if a reliable project estimate is to
be produced.
Scope definition is normally achieved through pictorial representations
and drawings, together with lists of works to be undertaken. The
amount of information available, and hence the degree of scope
definition achievable, depends on the stage of the project.
Adequate definition of project scope is probably the most important
(and often the most difficult) aspect of production of a satisfactory
estimate. Inadequate or incorrect scope definition is not only the most
common cause of inaccuracy in RTA estimates, but also the cause of
the greatest degree of inaccuracy in estimates, particularly in the early
project stages when the minimum amount of information is available.
No project estimate (of any type) should be commenced without a

proper scope definition.
Estimators must resist the temptation to base estimates on poorly

defined scope, which then become merely a guess, and not necessarily
an informed one.
It is essential that, even at strategic stage, the project scope is known
and understood in sufficient detail as to allow the production of a
meaningful estimate. Where information is limited, scope definition
will require local knowledge of the project site and conditions and
experience in and comparison with similar projects.
The more common problems encountered in project scope definition
are as follows.

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Complete Omission (or Erroneous Inclusion) of Items

Examples of items which may be omitted from or erroneously included
in a projects scope are intersections or interchanges, culverts or
drainage facilities, stock underpasses, drainage in cuttings, noise
barriers, batter stabilisation work and subgrade improvement or
strengthening.
Such omissions should be avoided by checking with a schedule
containing all possible items.
Where estimates are based on other than global methods, the estimator
must use his experience of similar projects to determine the likelihood
of inclusion of such features if insufficient documented detail is
available. Such inclusions should be listed as assumptions and adjusted
or removed when more details become known.
Incorrect Determination of the Quantity of an Item

The accuracy of determination of quantities depends on the detail of
available information. However, even at the simplest level, in the often
time constrained environment of estimate preparation gross errors can
and have occurred. Examples are inclusion of only half the pavement
quantity in dual carriageway roads or half the concrete quantity in twin
deck bridges.
The estimator should minimise the risk of quantity error by logically
and methodically undertaking quantity calculations, and by the
adoption of available quality systems.
Inclusion of Inappropriate Items.

Examples of inclusion of inappropriate items are the adoption of low
quality noise barriers in an urban environment and selection of an
inappropriate pavement type or bridge type for a particular application.
Scope creep
Scope creep is the addition of elements or items to a project, after the
scope has been originally defined and agreed. If the scope has been
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initially set to satisfy the original project objectives, then scope creep
would result from the introduction of additional project objectives,
such as community or authority requirements which were not
previously included. This is not to be confused with inclusion of items
which ought to have been included in the original project scope, but
were omitted either through oversight or lack of appreciation of the
project.
3.4.2 Project Constraints

On a project, constraints may exist for a variety of reasons. Constraints
may be physical, environmental, aesthetic or regulatory, and may either
introduce additional items into a project or may affect the unit rates of
existing items. Examples of constraints that could potentially be
omitted from the project scope are the need for air or water treatment
prior to discharge; the requirement for provision of access to properties
either during construction or in the final project and limitations on
working hours and generated noise.
A constraint that commonly causes difficulties in estimates is that of
existing services and utilities, particularly those located underground,
and which may require adjustment, relocation or replacement. It is
often difficult to ascertain the likely extent of effects of underground
(and, in some cases, above ground) services, particularly in the early
project stages. An appropriate amount has to be included in the
estimate as a Contingency Allowance.
The Project Manager should use a checklist containing all possible
constraints to avoid omissions.

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3.5 Constructability and Program

3.5.1 Constructability
The RTA Project Management Guide defines constructability as the
optimum use of construction knowledge and experience in planning,
design, procurement and field operations to achieve overall project
objectives.
This broad definition may be narrowed when applied to estimating, the
objective of which is to forecast the project cost within the required
accuracy for the type of estimate being prepared. Constructability in
relation to estimating can be regarded as the extent to which planning,
design, procurement and field operational features affect the
construction cost of a project. An example is the need for sheet piling
around excavation in poor ground. Depending on the time of
preparation of the estimate within the life of the project, some of these
factors may be known and others required to be assumed.
In its most extreme form, lack of appreciation of constructability issues
may result in preparation of an estimate for a project which cannot
physically be built.
3.5.2 Program
An appreciation of the likely project construction program is necessary
in preparation of all but the most rudimentary of estimates.
Potential direct cost effects of the construction program may include
reductions in productivity during wet seasons, potential resources
shortages at certain times of the year such as Christmas periods and the
cost of maintenance of temporary facilities, such as road diversions or
haul roads, during the construction period. The longer the construction
program, the greater will be the effect on project cost.
The indirect costs of a project will also be affected by the duration
required for project delivery. A reduction in project duration is likely to
be achieved at the expense of increased resources, increased
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mobilisation and establishment costs and increased time related costs

per period, but with a reduction in the overall time related costs. The
converse is true of an increased construction time. The optimum project
time, in terms of minimisation of cost, is not necessarily obvious.
For estimates which are required in outturn dollars, an appreciation of
the likely construction program is necessary to apply escalation to
current dollar costs in order to arrive at the outturn estimate.
3.6 Asset Management

RTAs Development Policy on Project Handover requires that
Infrastructure Maintenance Branch be consulted during the concept
development and detailed design phases of a project, to ensure that cost
effective and appropriate asset management and maintenance functions
can occur over the life of the project, and that the cost of such
provisions are included in the estimated project cost.
In relation to estimates, asset management may be regarded as the cost
of operation, if applicable, maintenance and rehabilitation of a project.
Decisions taken during development of a project will influence not
only the capital cost but also the operation, maintenance and
rehabilitation costs. Minimisation of capital cost is not necessarily, and
is probably not, compatible with optimisation of whole of life costs.
Appreciation of whole of life project costs therefore requires
knowledge of all relevant operation and maintenance costs. Even where
optimisation of whole of life costs is not a project objective, where
reduced capital costs may take precedence over minimum whole of life
cost, an appreciation of whole of life costs is mandatory in project
development.
3.7 Occupational Health, Safety & Rehabilitation

Occupational Health, Safety and Rehabilitation (OHS&R) issues may
affect both direct and indirect cost.
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The most obvious area of OHS&R effects on direct costs is the

requirement to provide a safe work area adjacent to existing roads. In
addition to the cost of provision of barriers and attendants, such a
requirement may affect the traffic staging during construction of a
project, thereby also affecting the cost. In other areas, such as
tunnelling, evolution of workplace environment requirements needs to
be considered when reviewing older historical data for applicability in
a new project estimate.
In addition to the above effects on direct costs, RTAs project OHS&R
responsibilities and obligations must be considered when evaluating
project management and supervision requirements and costs.
3.8 Environmental Issues

Most RTA activities require environmental impact assessment. While
preparation of the assessment will involve a cost that should be
included in the estimate, it is likely that of more significance to the
estimator will be the cost of compliance with the findings of the
assessment or associated conditions of approval of the project by the
Environmental Authorities. Of particular importance are the changes to
a project that may result from either the determination process itself or
from community consultation, either during the determination process
or ongoing through project delivery.
The environmental conditions of approval, and any resulting changes
to the project, are usually not known until preparation of the final
concept estimate. All preceding estimates must therefore be prepared in
the absence of such detailed information, relying on requirements for
similar projects. It would be appropriate to include a contingency
allowance for complying with such conditions.
An environmental aspect which has become quite significant in terms
of project cost in recent years is that of flora and fauna compensatory
habitats, mitigation strategies and associated works, where RTA is
required to provide alternative habitats for species of flora and fauna
when existing habitats are affected by projects.
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The extent (and hence the cost) of compensatory habitats and

mitigation strategies are dependent on the extent to which species
habitats are affected by the project.
3.9 Traffic Issues

Depending on the type and location of the project, traffic issues which
need to be considered during preparation of a project estimate may
include some or all of the following:
modification or diversion of existing roads, to cater for existing
traffic, on a single or multiple staged basis and maintaining an
agreed level of service for users;
provision of site access for construction vehicles;
definition of allowable urban construction truck routes; and
upgrading of existing facilities as part of the project works.
The cost of traffic management may be reflected in the unit rates for
other items, or may be included as a separate allowance, depending on
the type of estimate and the amount of information available. It is
important that the estimator understands the makeup of adopted unit
rates and ensures that appropriate provision is made for the costs of
traffic management, if such costs are spread over rates and not shown
as a separate estimate item.
The significance of traffic issues on estimated cost is project specific,
and, therefore, historical unit rates from projects which required
significant traffic measures may not be directly applicable to other
projects without adjustment of this component of the rate.
3.10 Risk & Contingency

Risk is defined as the chance of something happening that will have an
impact upon objectives. It is measured in terms of consequences and
likelihood (AS 4360).

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Contingency is generally defined as an unforeseen event (or risk). For

estimating purposes, however, RTA refers to contingency as the sum of
money allocated for dealing with unforeseen events, including those
such as quantities more than anticipated
3.10.1 Risk
The RTA has well established methods for identifying and assessing
risks (Risk Management), which are beyond the scope of this manual.
For the purposes of estimating, risks can be classified as "Known
Risks" and "Unknown Risks"
(a) Known Risks: A known risk is that which has been identified in
the Risk Management exercise as an unplanned event that could
occur in the project under consideration. The Risk Management
exercise would have made one of the following decisions:
(i) Adopt measures
to eliminate the
risk completely
- In this case, the cost of such measures

should be included as a separate item in
the estimate.
(ii) Adopt measures - In this case, the cost of such measures

to reduce the
should be included as a separate item in
impact of the risk the estimate and the cost of dealing with
the reduced risk event, if it eventuates,
should be included as a separate item or in
the contingency allowance. If the cost is
included in the contingency allowance, the
estimate should contain a note clarifying
this amount.
(iii) Do Nothing-
- In this case, the cost of dealing with the

risk event, if it eventuates, should be
included either as a separate item or in the
contingency allowance. If the cost is
included in the contingency allowance,
the estimate should contain a note
clarifying this amount.
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The main purposes of showing the estimated costs for dealing with
risks, separately, are:
(i) the items can easily be changed into Provisional Items for
tendering purposes; and
(ii) actual costs of variations arising from the risk events can be
traced back to the allowances made in the estimates.
Examples of known risks are:
(i) Sulphate Attack (High likelihood, severe consequence)
In this case, the Risk Management exercise may have led to
deciding on adopting measures to eliminate the risk completely.
(ii) Community complaint on construction noise levels (Medium
likelihood & consequence)
deciding on adopting measures to reduce the impact such as
constructing a temporary earth mound.
(iii) Pile toe levels lower than expected (Medium likelihood &
consequence)
deciding on adopting the "Do Nothing" option.
(b)Unknown Risks
These are risks where existence and degree of impact on the project
are both uncertain. Examples of such risks are Force-Majure events
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funding cutback, labour unrest, etc., and human errors such as

design errors, accidents caused by human factors, etc.
The Risk Management exercise may not have determined the
probability or the severity of such risks. Even if these have been
determined, their reliability would be in question. For example, the
probability of an earthquake occurring in Sydney could have been
decided as, say, 1 in 10,000 prior to the earthquake in Newcastle in
1990. Immediately after that incident, it could have been decided
as, say, 1 in 10. Now, some ten years after the incident, it could be
decided as, say, 1 in 1,000. Similarly, the prediction of the severity
of the incident would also be unreliable. The predictions would also
depend on the bias of the decision makers - A person who has
experienced a similar incident would tend to predict a higher
probability than that predicted by others and a severity similar to the
one he/she has experienced. As such, it would be difficult to arrive
at reasonable contingency allowances.
It should, however, be born in mind that the tendency to be riskaversive would lead to unrealistically high estimates caused by
adding contingency allowances for all or most of the identified
unknown risks. A common sense approach and consideration of
how the previously completed projects have suffered from
unknown risks would give rise to reasonable contingency amounts.
It should also be noted that the probability of the project being

affected by all of the identified "unknown risks" would be next to
nothing. If a large number of risks are identified, especially for a
large complex project, a realistic contingency figure could be
arrived at by carrying out a Monte Carlo simulation. This process,
however, would require feeding in minimum, maximum and most
probable costs of dealing with each risk and the type of distribution
between minimum & maximum values for each risk. The outcome
is a range within which the project estimate will lie. The process is,
therefore, sometimes known as range estimating, and is
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undertaken with software developed for the purpose. Essetnially, a

definitive estimate is prepared, to which risk probabilities are
applied and a range estimate developed.
Software used for quantification of risks and the development of
range estimates includes:
Crystal Ball, which uses Microsoft Excal spreadsheets for input;
@Risk, which also uses Microsoft Excel spreadsheets for input;
and
Analytica.
Further details of these software packages and the way in which
these are used are contained in Chapter 10.
3.10.2 Contingency
The contingency allowance for the different items should be reviewed
at each stage of the estimate and adjusted, if necessary, depending on
the predicted probability and severity of the risk events at those stages.
Further details and recommended levels of contingency for the various
project stages are contained in Sections 5, 6 and 7.
It must be noted that the contingency allowance is not for changes to
the project scope, but only for unforeseen events which occur within
the existing project scope. In the event that the project scope is
changed, a new estimate must be prepared, with a new definition of
project scope and a level of contingency applicable to the revised
scope.
3.11 Value Engineering

The process of value engineering, or value management, is described in
the following documents;
AS/NZS 4183 Value Management;
NSW Government Capital Works Investment Value Management
Manual; and
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Value Management Guide prepared for RTA by the product Evaluation

Unit, NSW Public Works Department.
Value management is defined in AS/NZS 4183 as a structured,
analytical process which seeks to achieve value for money by providing
all the necessary functions at the lowest total cost consistent with
required levels of quality and performance.
It is clear from the above definition that, at the heart of value
management is the provision of reliable estimates on which value
management decisions can be based. It is equally important to adjust
the estimate(s) to reflect the decisions taken during the Value
Management process.
While it is not the function of the estimator to make decisions
regarding the relative merits of different project options, a properly
considered and prepared estimate should highlight any areas of the
project which, in comparison with other similar projects, do not appear
to provide a value for money solution.
Further, the concept of designing to a cost should be borne in mind
during preparation of detailed designs.
3.12 Use of Historical Cost Data

RTA has over time, through receipt of tenders and preparation of
RTAs own estimates for projects, amassed a wealth of data on rates,
prices and costs. Often, such data is useful in the production of new
estimates. Inappropriate use of such data can, however, have serious
consequences in the accuracy and reliability of the estimate.
There are four major factors which must be considered in deciding
whether an historical rate or price is applicable to a new estimate.
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Direct Costs
Direct costs are those involved in actually constructing a work item.
These costs normally include materials, plant and labour up to the level
of leading hand/ganger.
It is not always apparent from the title of a rate precisely what direct
work items are included. For example, concrete may include only
supply and delivery of concrete, or also placing and finishing, or it may
be a composite rate including formwork construction and stripping,
reinforcement, supply, placing, finishing and curing of concrete. An
allowance for wastage may or may not be included. Similarly,
excavation may include excavation only, or haulage, stockpiling and
spoil disposal, or all of these, environmental protection and an
allowance for harder material excavation.
In addition to the above, historical cost data may contain risk and
contingency allowances specific to a particular project, or alternatively
may make no allowance for these.
Indirect Costs
Indirect Costs include such items as site overheads and allowances for
non-work related items.
Typically, submitted tenders do not list such items as preliminaries,
overheads and profit separately. Therefore, submitted tender rates
normally include indirect costs. Such rates are sometimes referred to as
sell(ing) prices or rates.
In preparation of estimates, particularly more detailed estimates such as
those prepared from first principles or the hybrid approach described
earlier, the rates adopted often exclude indirect costs. The estimate is
compiled on the basis of direct cost rates, with indirect costs added as a
separate item in the estimate total.
Prior to the adoption of historical cost data, it is necessary to
understand the makeup of the data, and in particular whether the data
includes or excludes indirect costs.
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Overheads and profit

Both direct and indirect costs will be subject to the addition of amounts
for the tenderers corporate overheads and profit (margin). However, it
is not always possible to identify the amount of such allowances.
In using historical data, the estimator must be aware of the market
conditions prevailing at the time of the tender (competitive market
conditions lead to a reduction in allowances for overheads and profit)
and the possibility that the allowances for overheads and profit have
not been equally spread over all the rates (Contractors sometimes adopt
a practice known as front end loading for ensuring good cash flow at
the beginning of a project).
Age of the Data

Costs for the same item of work vary with the passage of time (usually
increasing), and the older the data the less reliable it will be. An
appropriate allowance for inflation must be made whenever historical
data is used.
3.12.1 Application of Historical Data

While historical cost data is a valuable asset, careless or inappropriate
adoption of such data can, and has, led to significant errors in
estimates.
Prior to the use of such data it is essential to be confident that the
makeup of the data is known and that the data is applicable to the
estimate under preparation.
3.13 Quality Assurance in Estimating

Estimating is a task in which errors can easily occur, and is also one for
which the delivered product does not necessarily provide evidence of
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the rigour of the processes adopted. The estimating process is one that
will benefit from the adoption of Quality Assurance principles.
The Project Management System (PM21) Manual is applicable to

estimate preparation for all infrastructure development projects
managed by Project Management Services Group within RTAs
Client Service Directorate.
The following procedures are applicable to the preparation of RTA

estimates:
Procedure for Preparation, Concurrence, Approval and Acceptance of
an Estimate of Cost (RTA-CSD-PMS-PR-P-91);
Procedure for Preparation of a Strategic Cost Estimate (RTA-CSDPMS-PR-P-92);
Procedure for Preparation of a Concept Cost Estimate (RTA-CSDPMS-PR-P-93); and
Procedure for Preparation of a Detailed Cost Estimate (RTA-CSDPMS-PR-P-94).
Chapters 5, 6 and 7 of this manual provide further descriptions and
guidance on the processes to be adopted for strategic, concept and
detailed estimates respectively.
In addition to the above procedures, flowcharts, checklists and
proformas are included in this manual in the appropriate sections. Use
is to be made of these as far as possible during preparation of an
estimate, or, if necessary, these should be used as a basis for the
development of project specific versions.
Reality checks and peer review are also be considered to form part of
the quality assurance process.

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Reality Checks and Peer Review

Reality checks must be carried out for every estimate by the estimator
prior to presentation of the estimate for peer review.
Reality checks, also called gross or sanity checks, are intended to
ensure that the estimate is within expected and reasonable limits. Such
checks are based on comparisons of estimated costs with historical
data, and are generally undertaken on a global basis. The Standard
Summary Structure for Development Project Estimates requires reality
checks based on project cost per km of road and per lane-km of road,
earthworks costs /m3, pavement costs /m2 and structure cost /m2 of
deck area.
Even when reality checks are not a formal requirement, it is good
estimating practice to undertake a reality check on every estimate, to
both verify the appropriateness of the estimate and also to contribute to
the available database of estimating knowledge within RTA.
RTA policy is that peer review be carried out wherever possible by a
person of the next or same level of seniority to the person responsible
for preparation of the estimate. While peer review would practically
involve a lesser level of detail than that involved in preparation of the
estimate, it is essential that the review focuses on the major items in
sufficient detail that the validity of the estimate is verified.
3.14 Guidelines for Preparing Estimates

It has been noted that there is lack of consistency in (a) the grouping of
major infrastructure items (b) the calculation of reality check rates,
when preparing estimates for various projects. These guidelines clarify
the grouping and the figures to be used for reality check calculations.
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3.14.1 Earthworks
The following items should be included under this sub-heading:
Clearing & Grubbing

Remove & Stockpile Topsoil
General Earthworks (Cut/Fill)
Earthworks (Cut to Waste)
Imported (Borrow) Material
Unsuitable Material (to Spoil)
Selected Material
Earthworks for Batter Protection
The Reality Check calculation for Earthworks should be carried out by

using the dollar amounts and quantities for General Earthworks
(Cut/Fill), Earthworks (Cut to Spoil) and Imported (Borrow) Material
only.
3.14.2 Structures
Bridges
Structural Retaining Walls, e.g. Cantilever type walls
Structural Culverts (cast in-situ)
The reality check calculation for Structures should be carried out by

using the dollar amounts for Bridges and the deck area for Bridges
only. For calculating the deck area of a bridge, the length should be
measured between the inside face of abutment curtain walls and the
breadth should be measured between the inside face of the outer
parapets. Thus any footpath, if provided, would also be included in the
deck area.
Note:
1. Approach slabs, Retaining Walls and Structural Culverts are not
to be included in Reality Check calculations.
2. Precast Box Culverts and Pipe Culverts are to be included under
"Drainage"
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3.14.3 Drainage

Sub-soil Drains
Filter Layers
Drainage Blankets
Wick Drains
Longitudinal and Transverse Drainage Culverts
3.14.4 Pavement
The reality check calculation for Pavement should be carried out by
using the dollar amounts and surface area of the main carriageway(s)
pavement. Ramps and structures are excluded in the calculations.
Note:
1. Select Material should be included under "Earthworks"
2. Reinforced Soil Retaining Wall should be included as a
separate item under "Roadworks".
3.14.5 Total Project Cost

The Reality Check calculation for Cost/ km should include the total
project costs and length of the project on the main carriageway(s).
The Reality Check calculation for Cost/lane km should include the
total project cost and length of acceleration & deceleration lanes, left &
right turn bays on the main carriageway(s) and include ramps at
intersections.
Note:
1. The total cost used in the Reality Check calculation should
include cost of structures.
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H A P T E R
ESTIMATE COMPONENTS
CHAPTER0
4.1 Summary
This chapter considers the common components of all RTA estimates,
including:
Project Development costs;

Detailed Investigation and Design costs;
Property Acquisition costs;
Infrastructure Construction costs;
Utilities costs; and
Handover costs.
The components are defined and examples given, in order that a high
degree of consistency will be maintained through all RTA estimates.
4.2 Project Development Costs

These costs include activities in the Option Investigation, Concept
Design and Design Development and Approval phases of the project.
Project development costs may include:
Route selection;
Advice from other government agencies;
Preparation of EIS;
Acid or contaminated soils investigations and review;
Technical input from the project team;
Concept review by RTA Operations;
Preparation of Representations Report;
Preparation of project estimate;

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RTA Project Management; and

RTA Client Representation.
4.3 Detailed Investigation and Design Costs

These costs include all activities in the Detailed Design and
Implementation phase between the end of the Design Development and
Approval phase and commencement of tendering (with the exception
of property acquisitions and public utilities).
Detailed design and investigation costs may include:
Geotechnical investigations;
Hydraulic and hydrological studies;
Fauna and flora impact studies;
Advice from other government agencies;
Utilities locations and searches;
Detailed project design and design review;
Technical input from the project team;
Preparation of project environmental plans;
Preparation of contract documents;
Safety audits;
Detailed estimate preparation;
4.4 Property Acquisition Costs

Estimated property acquisition costs must be obtained from RTAs
Property Section, for both metropolitan and rural property acquisitions.
Cost estimates supplied are generally the actual estimated land
acquisition costs at the time the estimate is prepared by RTAs
Property Section, with no allowance for contingency or for possible
future land cost variations. An appropriate contingency must be
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applied, having regard to the expected timing of acquisition of the

property and the complexity of the acquisitions. Generally acquisition
complexity, and hence the appropriate level of contingency, is higher in
urban and particularly metropolitan areas (where land values are more
volatile and property adjustments are numerous) than in rural areas.
The value of all land required for the project, either as the acquisition
cost for newly acquired land, or the potential sale value for previously
acquired land, must be included as a project cost. In the case of land
which is required only for the period of construction, and which is
acquired and subsequently disposed of rather then leased for the
duration of project construction, a residual land value should be
credited against the project cost. In some cases this may be the same as
the acquisition cost of that land, but often will be less than the
acquisition value due to the proximity of the project works and possible
land rezoning.
Property acquisition costs may include:
Property valuations;
Property surveys;
Property acquisitions;
Property adjustments;
Property acquisitions may include:

The actual area acquired or utilised permanently for the project,
including sub-surface easements if applicable;
Compensation paid to land owners in respect of effects of the
project on the owners land;
Any land which may be permanently or temporarily required for
compensatory habitats;
Contractors work and site areas (if provided by RTA) including
provision for site offices, temporary environmental works, traffic
diversions and the like;

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RTAs site office and facilities areas, if separate from the

Contractors area;
Land required for any RTA works to be undertaken as part of the
project; and
The residual value of land temporarily acquired, or made
available by demolition of existing infrastructure replaced by the
project works.
4.5 Infrastructure Construction

Infrastructure construction includes the production or construction of
base infrastructure, environmental works, general activities and
property adjustment.
Infrastructure costs may include;
Construction cost of infrastructure;
Technical advice from RTA ( eg Bridge Branch and Pavement
Branch);
Construction audits, site management and surveillance;
RTA Client Representation
4.6 Utilities Costs

Utilities costs include all adjustments, replacements, relocations and
the like which are required as a consequence of the project, whether
undertaken by the responsible authority, a contractor engaged by that
authority, or undertaken by RTA either as part of the main contractors
works or by separate contract. In some cases, utilities adjustments may
be undertaken partly by the project main contractor and partly by
others, outside the main contract scope of works but still within the
overall project scope. In such circumstances, care must be taken to
ensure that the correct scopes of utilities adjustments are contained in
the main contract scope and in the scope of other works, and that the
scope description makes clear the division of utilities adjustments.
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In the Sydney metropolitan area, some services, in particular old

sewers and water supply tunnels, are heritage classified. Project works
which could affect these services, such as tunnelling, can require
extensive local additional work for protection of such services, the cost
of which may be significant. Also in the Sydney metropolitan area are
major electrical services owned by railways authorities, and which are
unlikely to be detected in an enquiry to the electrical supply authorities.
It is often difficult to ascertain the potential costs to RTA due to effects
of a project on existing utilities. For example, a utility authority may
not agree to meet the cost of relocation of a utility which was not
supposed to be in the vicinity. An appropriate contingency, which is
likely to be among the highest adopted for the project, particularly in
the early stages of a project and in metropolitan areas, must be applied.
Utilities costs may include:
Telstra, Optus and other communications carriers adjustments;
Electrical services adjustments;
Water and sewerage adjustments, including possible protection of
heritage services;
Gas mains adjustments;
4.7 Handover Costs

Handover costs are those incurred by RTA when delivery of a new
asset causes the management of either an old asset, previously the
responsibility of RTA, or part of the new asset to be transferred to a
body other than RTA (eg Local Council).
Handover costs occur, for example, when a new section of road
replaces an existing section, with the existing section becoming part of
the local road network under the management of the local council. In
such circumstances, RTA may be required to refurbish or resurface the
existing road, install signage prior to its acceptance by the council or to
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contribute to the net present value of the future maintenance of the

existing road.
In some cases handover costs may occur when an existing structure is
retained for heritage or other reasons and RTA is required to contribute
to the ongoing maintenance costs. Examples of such costs are the
retention of the old Glebe Island Bridge on completion of the Anzac
Bridge and the retention of the Hawthorne Canal bridge on completion
at the City West Link.
A further example of handover costs occurs when roadside facilities
are provided on a new section of road, such as rest areas and viewing
points, the maintenance of which is the responsibility of the local
council. In such cases, handover costs consist of the cost of preparation
of maintenance manuals, setting out RTAs requirements, for the areas.
Handover costs may include:
Refurbishment of old assets by local councils;
Contribution to maintenance costs of existing structures;
Preparation of maintenance manuals for project maintenance by
others;
Project data and reporting;
RTA Client Representation
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H A P T E R
STRATEGIC ESTIMATE
CHAPTER0
5.1 Summary
This chapter sets down the process for preparation of a Strategic
Estimate.
5.2 Overview
There are 3 key stages to the preparation of a Strategic Estimate. These
are:
Preliminary Project Appreciation Stage;
Estimate Establishment Stage; and
Review and Approval Stage.
Commit sufficient time and resources to each of these stages. Failure

to follow a planned process of estimate preparation will lead to
estimates of doubtful accuracy.
It is recommended that an estimate plan be prepared by the Project

Manager, to ensure that proper resources are available and are applied
to preparation of the estimate.
5.3 Preliminary Project Appreciation Stage

The following paragraphs indicate the activities that will be undertaken
in this interrogative stage:

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5.3.1 Estimate Programme

Approximately 1 week should be allowed for the preparation of a
Strategic Estimate (assuming that all information is available).
5.3.2 Data Collection

The estimator must be provided with all relevant information. This will
include:
An understanding of the proposed contracting strategy for the
project (for example: design and construct; construct only; single
construction contract; multiple contract packages and the like);
A detailed description of the scope of the project. This is an
essential component in ensuring the accuracy of the estimate. A
sample cost estimate scope is contained in Appendix 5.1;
A complete set of current drawings;
Details of the costs expended on the project to date; and
Any other available information, such as aerial photographs,
computer generated quantities, property valuations, hand over
cost estimates and the like.
5.3.3 Project Programme

A project development programme is to be prepared. This should
indicate all significant activities and milestones, together with an
approximate construction programme.
5.3.4 Quantities
Quantities are likely to be of a very approximate nature and will be
taken-off by the estimator, based on his understanding of the project
scope.
5.3.5 Site Visit

A site visit should be made by anyone on the estimating team who is
unfamiliar with the project.
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5.3.6 Construction Methods

For significant items (such as earthworks or road pavement), the
estimator is to determine the probable construction methods that will be
adopted by the successful tenderer.
5.4 Estimate Establishment Stage

This is the stage where the project estimate is actually produced. Before
computations commence, the estimator must have regard to RTAs
requirements as to final presentation of the estimate, and the Work
Breakdown Structure and Summary required. A sample work
breakdown structure is given in Appendix 5.2.
for a Global Estimate:
5.4.1 Understanding Historical Data

Historical data will be collected and analysed to determine:
Market conditions prevailing at the time of the tender from which
the data has been collected;
Any peculiarities of the project from which the data has been
collected;
If front-end loading has occurred; and
An approximate allowance for contractors on and off site
overheads and profit (if available).
5.4.2 Adjusting Historical Data

Historical data is to be adjusted to bring it in line with the requirements
of the project being estimated, including (if necessary):
An adjustment for inflation;

An adjustment for site conditions;
An adjustment for front-end loading; and
An adjustment for contractors on and off site overheads and
profit.

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5.4.3 Cost Estimate

The estimate is calculated, by multiplying the global quantities by rates
deduced from historical data, or from multiplying the coarse quantities
by the unit rates deduced from historical data.
5.4.4 Contractors Overheads, Risk and Margin

Generally the contractors overheads, risk and margin is included within
the global rates adopted earlier and no further adjustment is required.
5.4.5 Project Development Costs

Project development costs are defined in Chapter 4. At the time of
preparation of a Strategic Estimate, these costs have probably not been
incurred and may be estimated from past experience.
5.4.6 Detailed Investigation and Design Costs

Detailed investigation and design costs are defined in Chapter 4. At the
time of preparation of a Strategic Estimate, these costs have not been
5.4.7 Property Acquisition Costs

Property acquisition costs are defined in Chapter 4. Property
acquisition costs must be obtained from RTAs Property Section.
Allowances must be made for known property adjustments.
5.4.8 Hand over Costs

Hand over costs are defined in Chapter 4. A detailed estimate of these
costs is to be prepared.
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5.4.9 Risk & Opportunity

Issues of risk and opportunity are considered in Chapter 3. Some of the
available software for use in quantification of risk and opportunity is
listed in Chapter 10.3.
It is mandatory that a risk analysis be prepared for strategic cost

estimates.
5.4.10 Contingency
Contingency is considered in Chapter 3.
Appropriate contingencies must be added to each component of the
project estimate. At strategic estimate stage, contingencies in the range
of 35% to 50% are appropriate. Contingencies outside this range must
be justified.
5.5 Review
Prior to commencement of the Concurrence, Approval and Acceptance
procedure, the Project Manager should arrange a peer review of the
estimate.
This should follow a structured format and be documented.
5.6 Concurrence, Approval and Acceptance

All strategic estimates are subject to concurrence, approval and
acceptance as detailed in Chapter 2.
The procedure is detailed in the following flowcharts. [Extract from
PMS 21 Manual.]
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PMS-PR-P-91: Procedure for Preparation, Concurrence,

Approval and Acceptance of an Estimate of Cost - Sheet 1 of 2
PROCESS MAP
Start
*
Project Manager
Plans
Project Manager
List
Key Assumptions
Project
Manager/Client
Representative
Project Manager
Project Manager
Strategic - Street Plan or Topographical Map showing

alignment, Major Utilities - visible/known
Concept - Longitudinal Section, Critical Sections. Typical
Cross Sections (Cut/Fill), Most Utilities.
Detailed - Full set of plans including longitudinal section,
cross sections, Utilities locations clearly marked.
For Strategic, Concept, Detailed Estimate the following

needs to be considered:
Scope
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
Limit of work,
Design Standards,
Section Staging,
No. of lanes, widths (cross sections)
Pavement,
Newor rehab,
Deviation,
Property affect,
Physical constraints,
Environmental constraints,
Statutory impediments,
Geotech,
Unusual features.
For all types of estimates use standard work

breakdown structure in Table 3.1 of Project
Management Guidelines "Estimating, Scope and Cost
Control for Development Projects". Refer to Clause
5.2, 5.3, and 5.4 RTA Estimating Manual.
Consider known risks, staging, constructabliity,
OHS&R, traffic management and other issues
List
Known Risks
Prepare Estimate
in standard format
Project Manager
Provide
Reality Checks
Project
Manager/Senior
Project Manager
Sign Off
(preparation)
Project Manager
Is
Estimate of Cost over $20M,
$10Mfor Federally funded
or for a complex project ?
Check with similar projects in comparable dollars

*
$/m3 earthwork
*
$/m2 Pavement
*
$/ lane km
NO
Submit estimate for approval:

Section Manager <$5m
Branch/Regional Manager >5m
Information to be submitted
with the estimate for a
concurrence check:
*
Estimate Type
*
Plans
*
Scope
*
Key assumptions
*
Known risks
*
Reality check
YES
Project Manager
Submit estimate for

concurrence of General
Manager, PMO
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PROCESS MAP
Project Manager to revise

estimate / details
Estimator, PMO
* Log receipt of estimate

* Is supporting information
complete and amount of estimate
acceptable ?
NO
YES
Estimator, PMO
General Manager,
PMO
Estimator, PMO
Sign Off
(Concurrence Check)
Sign Off
(Concurrence)
Return estimate and

supporting information with
GM, PMO Concurrence
Project Manager
Submit estimate for approval

Branch/Regional Manager $5m- $50m
Director, Client Services > $50m
Client
Representative
Is estimate consistent with project

scoping and available funding ?
NO
YES
Client
Representative
Client
Submit estimate to Client for

acceptance
*Estimate accepted
* Project Budget set or revised
Appendix 5.3 contains a sample Strategic Cost Estimate Report

submitted for Concurrence,
Acceptance and Approval.
FINISH
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Appendix 5.3 contains a sample strategic estimate report, to be

submitted for concurrence, approval and acceptance of the strategic
cost estimate.
Appendix 5.4 contains the Verification Checklist, to be submitted for
concurrence, approval and acceptance of the strategic cost estimate.
Appendix 5.5 contains the Estimate Approval and Acceptance form to
be submitted for concurrence, approval and acceptance of the strategic
cost estimate.
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P P E N D I X
5.1
SAMPLE COST ESTIMATE SCOPE
CHAPTER0
Scope of Work for Robinvale Euston Bridge Replacement Project

The proposed work involves construction of a new crossing over the Murray River and
flood plain at Robinvale.
The project extends from the Murray Valley Highway in Robinvale, (Victoria) to the
Sturt Highway in NSW, connecting either in or near Euston.
The project is required to provide a two-lane, two-way flood free crossing of the Murray
River and floodplain, and is to incorporate provision for cyclists/pedestrians and river
navigation.
Six potential alignments identified at a Value Management Study held in Robinvale
during March 1999 are being investigated in detail, with the aim of selecting the
preferred option.
(i) Assumptions
The following is assumed, with resultant risks:
*
Bridge and approaches are technically feasible to build using normal design and
construction techniques.
* The afflux created by the existing crossing will be acceptable to DLWC and
MDBC.
(The estimates are based upon bridge lengths and waterway areas that create
approximately the same afflux as that created by the existing crossing).
*
Native Title and indigenous issues will not prevent construction.
Heritage status of existing bridge will not impact on the proposal (eg for Options
A, D and E, a modern bridge will be permitted near the existing bridge, if the
existing bridge is to be retained for heritage reasons).
An allowance of $1M for demolition or other disposition of the existing bridges

will be adequate. (No allowance has been made for refurbishment or ongoing
upkeep of the existing bridges).
At-grade intersections will be adequate.
Current standards providing 3.5m wide lane widths and lm and 2m shoulders on
the bridges and approaches respectively will be adequate.
A combined pedestrian/cyclist pathway is required on the section of the bridge

that crosses the Murray River, with the remainder of the pathway being at ground
level.
The following widths have been assumed for estimating and comparison of the
options:
Bridge with combined pedestrian cycleway - total width 12.5m comprising
two 3.5m wide travel lanes, lm wide shoulders, 2m wide combined
pedestrian/cycleway. Allowing for traffic barriers and a pedestrian fence,
this results in a total width of 12.5m, and a width between kerbs for
estimating purposes of 11.5m.
Bride without pedestrian/cycleway - total width l0m comprising two 3.5m
wide travel lanes, 1m wide shoulders and 0.5m wide allowances for traffic
barrier systems. Width between kerbs for estimating - 9m.
Approach roads - formation width of 11m comprising two 3.5m wide

travel lanes, 2m wide shoulders and lm rounding on the edge of the
formation (verge material).
(ii) Preliminary Details of each Option

Option A
The alignment of this crossing is
river and on the main floodplain section - adjacent to and on the western
side of the existing crossing;
north of Approach Bridge No 2 - retain existing alignment.
The locations of the new bridges and embankments across the floodplain are
adjacent to the existing bridges and embankments, except near the northern end
where the new road is directly over the existing road.
Main bridge over the River and part of the floodplain

*
Total length 670m
Long span and high level over river to provide for river navigation
Includes separate 2m wide cycle/footway
Pedestrian/cyclist access from the northern end of the Main Bridge to the
floodplain to be provided down the embankment between the Main Bridge
and Approach Bridge No 1 (Pedestrian/cyclist pathway, if required, to be
provided at ground level between Main Bridge and Sturt Highway, as part of
landscaping works).
Approach bridge No 1
Total length 145m
Normal level and span lengths over floodplain (above HFL)
Approach Bridge No 2
*
Total length 167m
Normal level and span lengths over floodplain (above HFL)
*
Total length 43m
Retain existing bridge
Approach Roads, includes:

*
Southern approach to Main Bridge in Robinvale - 280m long
Side-road connection to the river foreshore and caravan park area at

southern end of the Main Bridge (in Robinvale)
Section between Main Bridge and Approach Bridge No 1-145m long

and includes pedestrian/cyclist pathway connection from road level to
ground level
Section between Approach Bridges Nos 1 and 2 - 223m long
Section between Approach Bridges Nos 2 and 3 - 497m long
Section between Approach Bridge No 3 and Sturt Hwy - 660m long
Total earthworks 65,030m3
Flexible crushed rock pavement with bituminous flush seal (Design

life min 20 years)
Rehabilitate existing pavement from 200m south of Approach Bridge

No 2 to the Sturt Highway, with new full depth pavement on widened
shoulders - (adopt existing grade, plus overlay thickness, to allow for
rehabilitation of the existing pavement involving insitu stabilization
and base layer overlay with a min design life of 20 years).
Barrier fencing from southern approach to 200m north of Approach

Bridge No 2.
Option B
This crossing connects the Murray Valley Highway, at the Latje Road junction in
Robinvale, with the existing Sturt Highway roundabout intersection in Euston, and
passes through the State Forest area in Victoria in close proximity to the Murray
River.
One Bridge to be provided over the River and the floodplain

*
Total length 1,470m
Long span and high level section over the river to provide for
navigation (500m long), with normal level and span lengths (above
HFL) through the State Forest floodplain area (970m long)
Includes a separate 2m wide cycle/footway on the high level section

over the river, connecting to a pathway at ground level through the
State Forest area to Robinvale (provide as part of landscaping work, if
required). On NSW side, pathway continues on the approach
formation to ground level.

*
South eastern approach - connecting the Murray Valley Highway at

the Latje Rd junction (provide new roundabout junction) to the south
eastern bridge abutment in the State Forest area near the edge of the
floodplain (approximately 800m long). Provide junction with south leg
of Moore St.
North western approach - Reinforced earth embankment (or extend

bridge) connecting the high level bridge abutment at the edge of the
river to the roundabout in Euston (approximately 235m long).
Flexible crushed rock pavement with bituminous seal (Design life min
20 years)
Option C
This crossing connects the Murray Valley Highway at the Latje Road junction in
Robinvale with the Sturt Highway at a new intersection west of Euston. It passes
through the State Forest area in Victoria and skirts around the south western edge of
Euston.

*
Total length 1,400m
HFL) through the State Forest floodplain area (900m long)

State Forest area to Robinvale (provide pathway as part of landscaping
work, if required)

*

floodplain (approximately 1,125m long). Provide junction with south
leg of Moore St.
North western approach - connecting bridge abutment with Sturt

Highway (approximately 1,480m long). Includes at-grade intersection
connecting southern leg of Cowper Street.
Substantial drainage structures required in floodplain sections of the

approaches in Victoria and NSW
20 years)
Option D
This crossing connects the Murray Valley Highway, on the approach to the existing
bridge in Robinvale, with the Sturt Highway at Berthan Street intersection
(approximately 1 km north of the roundabout in Euston) via the NSW floodplain.
Main bridge over the River and the majority of the floodplain
*
Total length 1,308m
HFL) through the NSW side floodplain (808m long)

NSW side floodplain (provide as part of landscaping work, if
required).
*
Total length 200m
Normal level and span lengths over part of the floodplain (Above
HFL)

*

Section between Main Bridge and Approach Bridge No 1 - 970m long
Section between Approach Bridges No 1 and Sturt Hwy - 209m long
New junction with Sturt Highway at Berthan St
20 years)
Option E
This crossing connects the Murray Valley Highway, on the approach to the existing
bridge in Robinvale, with the Sturt Highway at the Euston roundabout via the NSW
floodplain.
Main bridge over the River and the majority of the floodplain
*
Total length 1,508m
HFL) through the NSW side floodplain (1,008m long)

NSW side floodplain (provide as part of landscaping work, if
required).
*
Total length 200m
Normal level and span lengths over part of the floodplain (Above
HFL)

*

Section between Main Bridge and Approach Bridge No 1 - 372m long
Section between Approach Bridges No 1 and Sturt Hwy - 440m long
20 years)
Option F
This Option is similar to Option B except that the bridge through the State Forest
floodplain has been located at a greater distance from the river for environmental
reasons. It connects the Murray Valley Highway, at the Latje Road junction in
Robinvale, with the Sturt Highway roundabout intersection in Euston.

*
Total length 1,635m
HFL) through the State Forest floodplain area (1,135m long)

State Forest area to Robinvale (provide as part of landscaping work,
if required). On NSW side, pathway continues on the approach
formation to ground level.

*

floodplain (approximately 800m long). Provide junction with south leg
of Moore St.
North western approach - Reinforced earth embankment connecting

the high level bridge abutment to the roundabout in Euston
(approximately 230m long).
20 years)
P P E N D I X
5.2
SAMPLE WORK BREAKDOWN

STRUCTURE
CHAPTER0
EXAMPLE WORK BREAKDOWN STRUCTURE FOR A DEVELOPMENT

PROJECT
Note: This structure is taken down to subjob level.
Job
2. Detailed Investigation
and Design
3. Property Acquisition
Subjobs
- Route Selection by SKM Pty Ltd

- Advice from other Government Agencies
- Prepare EIS by Maunsells
-Acid Soil Investigation -UNSW
- Technical Input by Project Team
- Acid Soil Peer Review-UTS
- Concept Review by RTA Operations
- Prepare Representations Report, Connell
Wagner
- Project Management by PHO
- Project Estimating by PMO
- Client Representation by PHO
Subjob
Component
Code
Service
Competition
Category
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
EC
ACQUT
EC
EC
RTAD
EC
RTAB
EC
PC
PC
MC
RTAB
RTAD
RTAD
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
EC
EC
EC
ACQUT
EC
RTAB
EC
EC
RTAD
EC
RTAD
- Geotechnical Investigation by ETEC

- Hydraulics/Hydrology by Water Pty/Ltd
- Koala Monitoring -Aus. Museum
- Public Utility Search by Seek
- Roadworks Design, RTA Operations
- Bridgeworks Design by Maunsells
- Design Review by Kinhills
- Prepare Project EMP by Acacia
- Prepare Contract Documents, Northern
Region
- Road Safety Audits by Northern Region
- Prepare detailed estimate by Northern
Region
- Project Management by Northern Region
D
PD
RTAD
RTAD
PD
MD
RTAD
RTAD
- Property Valuations by VG
- Cadastral Survey by Pointed Pty Ltd
- Purchase A J King Property
- Purchase Betters Property
- Demolition of Jack Property by Acme
- Project Management by Hunter Region
V
V
A
A
A
PA
MA
ACQUT
EC
ACQUT
ACQUT
EC
RTAD
RTAD
U
U
U
PU
MU
ACQUT
ACQUT
ACQUT
RTAB
RTAD
4. Public Utility Adjustments - Telstra Adjustments

- Electricity by Energy Australia
- Water/Sewerage by Byron Council
- Project Management by PMS
Job
Subjobs
Subjob
Component
Code
Service
Competition
Category
5. Bridge Construction
- Y River Bridge by Fernandes

- 2 Creek Bridge by RTA Hunter Region
- Technical Advice, Bridge Branch
- Review of EMP by Acacia
- Site management & Surveillance by PED
I
I
I
I
PI
PS
MI
EC
RTAB
RTAD
EC
RTAD
EC
RTAD
6. Roadwork Construction
- Roadworks by Big Contractor Pty Ltd

- Technical Advice - Pavement Branch
- Demolition of Jack property by Acme
- Systems Auditing by Project Team
- Construction Surveillance by PMS
- Decision Report Audit by PHO
- Refurbish Old Network by Council
- Project Data & Reporting by CMP
- Prepare Operations EMP by Acacia
I
I
I
PI
PI
PS
PS
MI
MI
O
H
H
PH
MH
EC
RTAD
EC
RTAB
RTAB
RTAB
EC
RTAD
RTAD
LGF
RTAB
EC
RTAB
RTAD
7. Handover
P P E N D I X
5.3
SAMPLE STRATEGIC ESTIMATE

REPORT
CHAPTER 0
10/196.1593 AJS
Memorandum
Pacific Highway Office
TO:
General Manager
Project Management Office
BLACKTOWN
SUBJECT:
FROM:
R Dallen
Project Development Manager
(02) 6640 1376
PACIFIC HIGHWAY. UPGRADE FROM MOORLAND TO HERONS

CREEK. STRATEGIC ESTIMATE.
PURPOSE
This memorandum formally seeks concurrence to the Strategic Estimate for the proposed
Upgrade from Moorland to Herons Creek. The Strategic Project Estimate ranges in an amount
from $150 to 180 million.
BACKGROUND
The project involves upgrading of a 21.9km section of the Pacific Highway by widening,
duplication and/or deviation from Camp Obadiah to the existing dual carriageway at Herons
Creek, between 36.6km and 58.5km north of Taree. The study area for the proposed upgrade is
to include the townships of Johns River and Kew. Refer Attachment A.
To the south, the EIS for the Coopernook to Moorland project has been prepared and placed on
public exhibition. The two projects interface in the vicinity of Camp Obadiah.
To the north, this project ties into the existing dual carriageway on the Herons Creek Deviation,
which was opened to traffic in July 1998. The project interface is located at the commencement
of the dual carriageway section near Bobs Creek Road at Herons Creek.
The Pacific Highway Office has previously engaged the RTA Operations Technical Services
Branch to undertake strategic concept development for this project. The strategic concept
development was carried out, firstly, in order to examine the broad engineering, environmental
and planning constraints which would apply to an upgrading of this length of the Pacific
Highway. Secondly, the strategic project development work included development of two
possible upgrade options to establish the feasibility and Strategic Cost Estimate for the project.
A Strategic Concept Design Report (February 2000) has been prepared by the RTA Operations
Technical Services Branch detailing strategic concept design development, design input data
gathered and broad environmental, visual and geotechnical considerations.
Formal Project Development Work for this project has recently commenced. The firm of Ove
Arup and Partners Pty Ltd has been commissioned to provide the project development services
for this project which include route selection, development of the preliminary engineering
design, preparation of the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) and post EIS activities. This
Strategic Estimate has, therefore, been prepared in consultation with Ove Arup and Partners.
MHSEMEM2.DOC
Community consultation has commenced with public meetings to introduce the study team and
describe the scope of the project to the local community held at Johns River and Kew in
October 2000. A Planning Focus meeting was also held in October 2000 at Port Macquarie.
Refer Attachment B.
It is expected that there will be considerable community interest in the development and
delivery of this project. To afford the broader community the opportunity to make a
demonstrable input to the process, and to ensure that the requirements and aspirations of the
community are adequately and appropriately addressed, two Community Focus Groups have
been established. The initial meetings were held in December 2000 at Johns River and Kew.
Issues such as flora and fauna, waterways and wetlands, water quality, geotechnical, land use
and access, social impact, noise, visual amenity and urban design will be of major importance
to the project.
At this stage, the study area has been defined and a considerable number of preliminary route
options have been examined and introduced to the Community Focus Groups. These
preliminary route options have been developed on the basis of desktop and preliminary
investigations only and are yet to be refined by the project team and presented to the broader
community.
ESTIMATE DETAILS
For the purpose of defining the likely range for the Strategic Project Estimate, three (3) option
scenarios have been costed and are detailed as Attachment C. These three option scenarios
have been chosen as they are considered to best represent the likely range of feasible route
options that will ultimately be presented to the community.
The alignment options for these Strategic Estimates are depicted in Attachment D and
include:
1.
Estimate A (Lowest Cost $150M.) - 110km/hour design upgrade along the

entire existing highway corridor, with the exception of an 80km/hour design
through the townships of Johns River and Kew. Traffic Signals have been allowed
at the intersection with Ocean Drive/Kendall Road. Total length 21.9km;
2.
Estimate B - (Likely Mid Range Cost $170M.) - 110km/hour design upgrade

generally along the existing highway corridor, with an Inner Western Bypass of
Johns River and an Inner Western Bypass of Kew. Total length 22.0km; and
3.
Estimate C - (Likely Highest Cost $180M.) - 110km/hour design upgrade

generally along the existing highway corridor, with an Inner Eastern Bypass of
Johns River and an Outer Western Bypass of Kew. Total length 22.5km.
These Strategic Estimates take into consideration the Strategic Concept Design work completed
by RTA Operations in February 2000, and the more recent preliminary Route Selection work
currently being carried out by Ove Arup and Partners.
An extract from the RTA Operations Strategic Concept Design Report, summarising the broad
environmental issues identified and likely to impact upon the project, is included as
Attachment E.
MHSEMEM2.DOC
This improved understanding of the broad environmental project issues, has lead to the
inclusion in the strategic estimates of, for example, likely requirements by the National Parks
and Wildlife Service for the provision of compensatory habitat. It has also led to adoption of a
lower contingency allowance on some cost items associated with the delivery of the project.
The Strategic Estimate Subsidiary Sheet documentation incorporates numerous notes detailing
assumptions and clarification of some of these issues.
Geotechnical features of the project include soft soil and potential acid sulphate soil issues in
the vicinity of the Stewarts and Camden Haven Rivers, and a number of hard rock cuttings
located north of the Stewarts River bridge which may require some blasting.
Geotechnical investigations will be ongoing, with an extensive amount of preliminary and
detailed assessment being carried out during both the Option Investigation Phase and the
Design Development and Approval Phase. The Strategic Estimates reflect these requirements
and also include some allowance for fine tuning of the geotechnical investigations during the
project Detailed Design and Implementation Phase.
Corporate Contributions have been applied to the relevant cost items at a rate of 10% and have
been depicted on the Strategic Estimate Subsidiary Sheets. These Corporate Contributions have
been included in each item amount (excluding contingency), in the Strategic Estimate
Summary Sheets.
COMPARISON WITH OTHER PROJECTS
The estimated cost for this project is low relative to other projects being undertaken under the
Pacific Highway Upgrading Program. The following table compares the Upgrade from
Moorland to Herons Creek with other Pacific Highway projects.
Project
No.
66300
Project
Description
Upgrade from
Date
open
Lane km
Total Project
Cost ($,000)
Cost / Lane
km
($,000)
na
98 to 101
147,020 to 176,754
1,500 to 1,750
Strategic Estimate
na
85 to 100
145,673 to 206,625
1,714 to 2,066
Strategic Estimate
Revised Strategic Estimate
Comment
Moorland to Herons
Creek
65556
Sapphire to
Woolgoolga
65167
Buladelah Bypass
na
32.8 to 39.2
130,057 to 148,456
3,330 to 4,472
68221
Bangalow to St.
na
20.9
65,000
3,100
Concept Estimate
Helena
62185
Ballina Bypass
na
50.8
198,000
3,900
Revised Concept Estimate.
3893
Lyons Road to
na
21.2
58,400
2,755
Under construction. Heavy
Englands Road
traffic conditions
66301
Taree to Coopernook
na
29.6
53,000
1,791
Concept Estimate.
64706
Coopernook Bypass
na
16.8
60,000
3,571
Concept Estimate.
1846
Taree Bypass
May-00
58
125,800
2,169
Floodplain and River crossings.
4087
Raymond Terrace
Dec-98
39.14
77,700
1,985
Greenfields, staging was not
Bypass
ideal due to late decision to

duplicate bypass.
66166
Coolongolook to
na
23.4
49,200
2,103
Dec-98
13.9
21,000
1,511
Wang Wauk
4521
Wang Wauk to
Bundacree Creek
MHSEMEM2.DOC
Under construction. Minimum

work on existing carriageway
Reasons for the relatively low estimated cost for the Upgrade from Moorland to Herons Creek
include:
(a)
With the exception of the bypass route options which may be required around
the townships of Johns River and Kew, the project is expected to retain a large
proportion of the existing highway asset. The majority of the proposed highway
duplication, is likely to take place primarily along the existing highway corridor.
(b)
At this stage, the proposed lengths of the preliminary bypass route options for
Johns River and Kew are relatively short given the overall project length.
Therefore the project cost rate per km, is generally low with the range of likely
estimated costs, being directly attributed to the various Johns River and Kew
bypass route option scenarios.
(c)
Accessibility for construction plant and provision for existing traffic are
expected to be straightforward due to the proximity of the existing highway
formation.
ATTACHMENTS TO THIS MEMORANDUM

Please find attached the following:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
Attachment A - Map of study area.

Attachment B Community Newsletter No.1.
Attachment C Strategic Estimate Summary and Subsidiary Sheets for the three
(3) considered options scenarios (Estimates A, B and C). These include the
lowest ($150M), likely mid range ($170M) and likely highest ($180M) cost
options ($current).
Attachment D 1:25,000 Scale Topographical Maps depicting the location for
each of the alignment option scenarios costed in Estimates A, B and C.
Attachment E Summary of Environmental Issues. (Extract from the Strategic
Concept Design Report prepared by RTA Operations).
Attachment F - Estimate Approval and Acceptance Form.
FUTURE ACTION
A Project Development Proposal (PDP) is currently being prepared and will be submitted for
approval following concurrence to the Strategic Estimate.
The project team is working towards a public display of route options in April/May 2001.
Revised Strategic Estimates will be prepared and detailed for each feasible option, in advance
of the public display. A Preliminary Estimate will be prepared as part of the submission of a
Preferred Option Report for this project. The Preferred Route Option will take into
consideration community input arising from the route options display.
MHSEMEM2.DOC
RECOMMENDATION
Following review, it is recommended that concurrence be granted to these Strategic Estimates
for the Upgrade from Moorland to Herons Creek in an amount ranging from $150 to 180
million. Refer Attachment F.
R Dallen
Encl.
MHSEMEM2.DOC
Strategic Estimate of Cost
Upgrade from Moorland to Herons Creek
Attachment A - Map of study area.
Attachment A
Attachment B Community Newsletter No.1.
Attachment B
Attachment C Strategic Estimate Summary

and Subsidiary Sheets.
Estimate A - Lowest Cost Scenario ($150M)

Estimate B - Likely Mid Range Cost Scenario ($170M)
Estimate C - Likely Highest Cost Scenario ($180M)
Attachment C
ESTIMATE SUMMARY SHEET - ESTIMATE A

Project:
MOORLAND to HERONS CK. - Existing Highway Upgrade
Project No.
66300
Date:
Estimate $000's
(excluding
contingency)
Item
February 2001
Estimate Type:
Contingency
%
Amount $000's
Strategic (Lowest Cost Scenario)
Estimate $000's
(including
contingency)
1(a) Route/Concept/EIS or REF
1(b) Project Management Services
1(c) Client Representation
Sub Total
5,583
462
110
26
25
25
1,478
116
28
7,061
578
138
6,155
26
1,621
7,776
% of Total Cost
Comments
Based on detailed estimate including

Professional Services Contractor's price
(Ove Arup & Partners). Extensive
Geotechnical Investigation allowed prior
5.29 to Detailed Design and Implementation.
2,530
385
88
30
30
30
759
116
26
3,289
501
114
3,003
30
901
3,904
Includes allowances for Geotech (fine

tuning), Bridge Road Drainage &
Pavement Design, Construction Staging,
Visual Landscape & Urban Design,
Environmental Risk & Value
2.66 Management, Community Consult, etc
3,200
1,255
275
11
100
25
25
25
3,200
314
69
3
6,400
1,569
344
14
Assumes existing corridor used and only

major acquisitions are through Johns
River and Kew (80km/hr Design through
townships)
4,741
76
3,585
8,327
1,550
44
11
100
40
25
1,550
18
3
3,100
62
14
1,605
98
1,570
3,175
84,940
35
30,088
115,028
6,820
132
25
25
1,705
33
8,525
165
91,892
35
31,826
123,718
60
22
11
40
40
25
25
24
6
3
84
28
14
Sub Total
93
35
32
125
TOTAL
107,489
37
39,535
147,024
Rounded Total $M
150

2(a) Investigation and Design
Sub Total
3(a) Acquire Property
3(b) Professional Services for Property
3(c) Project Management Services

3(d) Client Representation
Sub Total
5.66

4(a) Adjust Utilities
Sub Total
Locations of major services plant known.

2.16
5. Infrastructure Construction
5(a +b+c) Infrastructure See Below

5(d) Project Management Services
5(e) Client Representation
Sub Total
84.15
6. Handover
6(a) Refurbish Old Route
6(b) Project data and performance
Nil handover of existing highway to

Council required, and only minor
lengths of new local road. (eg. Johns
River Service Roads, various
consolidated access points, etc.)
0.09
* Calculation Spreadsheet for Item 5 - Infrastructure Construction Components 5(a), 5(b) and 5(c) - Infrastructure
Estimate
(excluding
contingency)
Item
Contingency
%
Contingency
Amount
Estimate
(including
contingency)
Infrastructure
5(a) Base Infrastruture
- Earthworks
- Drainage
- Pavements
- Structures
- Furniture/signs/delineation/barriers
Sub Total
5(b) Environmental Works
- Landscaping
- Erosion and sed control inc wetlands
- Fauna crossings/protection
- Noise attenuation
- Compensatory Habitat
- Environmental Monitoring
- Other Agency Costs
Sub Total
5(c) General Activities
- Site establishment & overhead
- Property adjustments / fencing
- Traffic Management
Sub Total
TOTAL
10,675
6,570
36,775
14,000
2,960
70,980
35
35
35
35
35
35
3,779
2,300
12,871
4,900
1,036
24,886
14,454
8,870
49,646
18,900
3,996
95,866
2,000
2,220
1,000
3,500
500
500
50
9,770
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
700
777
350
1,225
175
175
18
3,420
2,700
2,997
1,350
4,725
675
675
68
13,190
750
775
2,665
4,190
84,940
40
35
45
43
35
300
271
1,211
1,783
30,088
1,050
1,046
3,876
5,973
115,028
Note: All figures are current $000's

Total Amount $M
% of Total Est
Project Management
10.04
6.8
0.46
0.3
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Reality Checks
Cost $M/km
6.71
Cost $M/lane*km
1.50
Cost $/m3 earthworks
10.00
90.00
Cost $/m Pavement

Cost $/m2 Bridges
2,000.00
SUPPORTING ASSUMPTIONS - Estimate A - Existing Highway Upgrade

Length km
Lane km
Typical Cross Section:
Travel Lane
Turning/Auxillary Lanes
Central Median
Outer Shoulder
Inner Shoulder
Interchanges:
Length (km/m)
21.9
98
Width m
Quantity (m2/m3)
$Rate
3.5
4
3.0/3.5
various
11
1
2.5
2
0.5
2
Nil. This option based on upgrading the existing highway at Johns River
& Kew. Traffic Signals allowed at Kew.
Major Intersections:
7 @ 700m extra lanes @ 3.5m
5km
3.5
Local Road/ Service Rds:
Various locations, assume
2.5km
10
Major Structures (based on existing lengths, duplicate for new carriageway):
Johns River Township (Unnamed)
10
10.5
Stewarts River
230
10.5
Passionfruit Ck
10
10.5
Stoney Ck
15
21
Unnamed Ck
10
10.5
Rossglen Rail Overbridge
45
10.5
Camden Haven River
165
10.5
Camden Haven Floodplain
25
21
Walkers Ck
10
10.5
Herons Ck Flood Channel
33
10.5
Herons Ck Bridge
35
21
Total
588
Main Pavements:
New Carriageway
Overlay Existing
Earthworks:
Cut
Fill
Select Fill
Drainage other than major structures:
21.9km
17,500
90
25,000
65
105
2,415
105
315
105
473
1,733
525
105
347
735
6,962
2,000
275,000
185,000
90
65
600,000
230,000
125,000
10
10
25
300,000
OTHER SUPPORTING DATA

Corporate Contributions:
Corporate Contribution has been set at 10% for this Strategic Estimate. (Refer Subsidiary Sheet).
Project Development:
Represents 5.2% of total project cost. An amount has been included for the RTA Operations Strategic development work already
completed. The majority of the Geotechnical Investigation has been allowed up front prior to Detailed Design and Implementation.
Investigation and design:
Represents 2.7% of total project cost. Majority of design will be relatively simple duplication within existing highway corridor.
Detailed issues will need to be addressed for the townships of Johns River and Kew. A small allowance is included for fine tuning
of the geotechnical investigations already completed during the Option Investigation and the Design Development Phase.
This estimate is based on retaining the existing highway as one carriageway and constructing a new carriageway beside the existing.
Duplication may involve widening both sides of the existing highway within the townships of Johns River & Kew.
Acquisition:
Will be impacts on properties along the existing corridor and some major acquisitions may be required through Johns River and Kew
including commercial sites.
Utilities:
Location of major plant is known from earlier investigations. Allowance is considered reasonable.
Earthworks:
Quantity based on 1999/2000 RTA Operation Strategic Concept work. Rate reflects generally easy work without major traffic issues.
Drainage:
Due to the surrounding topography, cross drainage requirements are less than typically encountered on Pacific Highway projects,
with very few crossings other than major structures. This allowance is considered reasonably generous.
Pavement:
Assumed 150mm concrete/200mm Asphalt. Conservative assumption to overlay existing with 200mm Asphalt.
Structures:
See above. $2,000/m2 has been adopted as a general rate representing an average when considering the various classes of
structures required.
Fauna/ Compensatory Habitat:
Minimal provisions assumed. Likely fauna movements are between National Park areas where the existing road corridor is used.
Noise Attenuation:
Quantities adopted on the basis that provisions will likely be required at Johns River and Kew due to upgrading along the existing
alignment with the provision of additional travel and turning lanes.
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ESTIMATE SUBSIDIARY SHEET - ESTIMATE A

SH10 - MOORLAND TO HERONS CREEK STRATEGIC CONCEPT ESTIMATE (LOWEST COST CASE )
UPGRADE ALONG EXISTING HIGHWAY - JOHNS RIVER OPTION (J - C) & KEW OPTION (K - D)
CATEGORY
ITEM
UNIT
QUANTITY
RATE
BASE TOTAL
(Note 1)
ESTIMATE
EXCLUDING
CONTINGENCY
CONTINGENCY
($)
%
($)
CORPORATE
CONTRIBUTION
ESTIMATE
INCLUDING
CONTINGENCY
($)
COMMENTS
($)
($)
300,000
200,000
500,000
500,000
1,000,000
2,000,000
500,000
75,000
5,075,000
420,000
100,000
5,595,000
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
30,000
20,000
50,000
50,000
100,000
200,000
50,000
7,500
507,500
42,000
10,000
559,500
330,000
220,000
550,000
550,000
1,100,000
2,200,000
550,000
82,500
5,582,500
462,000
110,000
6,154,500
0
25
25
25
30
30
25
25
26
25
25
26
0
55,000
137,500
137,500
330,000
660,000
137,500
20,625
1,478,125
115,500
27,500
1,621,125
330,000
275,000
687,500
687,500
1,430,000
2,860,000
687,500
103,125
7,060,625
577,500
137,500
7,775,625
2,000,000
250,000
50,000
2,300,000
350,000
80,000
2,730,000
10
10
10
200,000
25,000
5,000
230,000
35,000
8,000
273,000
2,200,000
275,000
55,000
2,530,000
385,000
88,000
3,003,000
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
660,000
82,500
16,500
759,000
115,500
26,400
900,900
2,860,000
357,500
71,500
3,289,000
500,500
114,400
3,903,900
3,000,000 100
200,000 100
0
3,200,000 100
165,000
25
71,500
25
35,750
25
65,000
25
268,125
25
650,000
25
1,255,375
25
275,000
25
11,000
25
4,741,375
76
3,000,000
200,000
0
3,200,000
41,250
17,875
8,938
16,250
67,031
162,500
313,844
68,750
2,750
3,585,344
6,000,000 Blocks < 1500m2

400,000
0
6,400,000
206,250
89,375
44,688
81,250
335,156
812,500
1,569,219
343,750
13,750
8,326,719
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
4,000
1,000
5,000
100,000
320,000
0
180,000
300,000
650,000
1,550,000
44,000
11,000
1,605,000
100
100
100
100
40
25
98
100,000
320,000
0
180,000
300,000
650,000
1,550,000
17,600
2,750
1,570,350
200,000
640,000
0
360,000
600,000
1,300,000
3,100,000
61,600
13,750
3,175,350
100,000
300,000
3,400,000
450,000
2,300,000
3,125,000
1,000,000
10,675,000
6,570,000
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
100,000
300,000
3,400,000
450,000
2,300,000
3,125,000
1,000,000
10,675,000
6,570,000
40
40
35
40
35
35
35
35
35
40,000
120,000
1,190,000
180,000
805,000
1,093,750
350,000
3,778,750
2,299,500
140,000
420,000
4,590,000
630,000
3,105,000
4,218,750
1,350,000
14,453,750
8,869,500
6,570,000
24,750,000
12,025,000
36,775,000
14,000,000
14,000,000
1,560,000
100,000
400,000
200,000
400,000
300,000
2,960,000
70,980,000
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
6,570,000
24,750,000
12,025,000
36,775,000
14,000,000
14,000,000
1,560,000
100,000
400,000
200,000
400,000
300,000
2,960,000
70,980,000
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
2,299,500
8,662,500
4,208,750
12,871,250
4,900,000
4,900,000
546,000
35,000
140,000
70,000
140,000
105,000
1,036,000
24,885,500
2,000,000
2,000,000
600,000
1,200,000
420,000
2,220,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
3,500,000
3,500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
50,000
50,000
9,770,000
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2,000,000
2,000,000
600,000
1,200,000
420,000
2,220,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
3,500,000
3,500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
50,000
50,000
9,770,000
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
700,000
700,000
210,000
420,000
147,000
777,000
350,000
350,000
1,225,000
1,225,000
175,000
175,000
175,000
175,000
17,500
17,500
3,419,500
2,700,000
2,700,000
810,000
1,620,000
567,000
2,997,000
1,350,000
1,350,000
4,725,000
4,725,000
675,000
675,000
675,000
675,000
67,500
67,500
13,189,500
750,000
750,000
650,000
50,000
75,000
775,000
315,000
2,000,000
350,000
2,665,000
4,190,000
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
750,000
750,000
650,000
50,000
75,000
775,000
315,000
2,000,000
350,000
2,665,000
4,190,000
40
40
35
35
35
35
75
40
50
45
43
300,000
300,000
227,500
17,500
26,250
271,250
236,250
800,000
175,000
1,211,250
1,782,500
1,050,000
1,050,000
877,500
67,500
101,250
1,046,250
551,250
2,800,000
525,000
3,876,250
5,972,500
500,000
120,000
620,000
12,000
632,000
632,000
5,500,000
1,320,000
6,820,000
132,000
6,952,000
91,892,000
25
25
25
25
25
35
1,375,000
330,000
1,705,000
33,000
1,738,000
31,825,500
0
0
0
0
2,000
1,000
3,000
0
20,000
40,000
60,000
22,000
11,000
93,000
40
40
40
40
25
25
35
0
8,000
16,000
24,000
5,500
2,750
32,250
0
28,000
56,000
84,000
27,500
13,750
125,250
1,547,625
107,488,875
37 39,535,469
147,024,344
1. PROJECT DEVELOPMENT
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(b)
1(c)
Strategic Concept Development

Survey/Photogrammetry
Route Options/Selection
Preliminary Engineering Design
EIS/Community
Geotechnical Inv.- Prelim. & Det.
RTA Input including Rep's Report
Other Agencies
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
Project Management
item
item
TOTALS FOR PROJECT DEVELOPMENT
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
SUBTOTALS
1
1
300,000
200,000
500,000
500,000
1,000,000
2,000,000
500,000
75,000
1
1
1
SUBTOTALS
1
1
2,000,000
250,000
50,000
1
10
0
SUBTOTALS
1
65
65
65
65
65
SUBTOTALS
1
1
3,000,000
20,000
1
3,200
0
6
1
1
SUBTOTALS
1
1
100,000
100
20
30,000
340,000
30,000
230,000
125,000
1
SUBTOTALS
21.9
5,000
10
10
15
10
25
1,000,000
420,000
100,000
10
10
RTA Operations
These elements
make up ARUP
services plus
detailed Geotech
contract.
2. INVESTIGATION AND DESIGN

2(a)
2(a)
2(a)
2(a)
2(b)
2(c)
Detailed design & docs

Environmental monitoring
Other Agencies
item
item
item
Project Management
item
item
TOTALS FOR INVESTIGATION AND DESIGN
350,000
80,000
10
10
3. PROPERTY ACQUISITION
3(a)
3(a)
3(a)
3(a)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(c)
3(d)
Residential Land/Houses
Rural Land
Commercial Land
item
Ha
m2
Acquisition Survey
Plans and Registrations
Technical Input
Valuations
Property Negotiations
Legals & Fees
item
properties
properties
properties
properties
properties
Project Management
item
item
TOTALS FOR PROPERTY ACQUISITION
150,000
1,000
500
1,000
3,750
10,000
250,000
10,000
3,000,000
200,000
0
3,200,000
150,000
65,000
32,500
65,000
243,750
650,000
1,206,250
250,000
10,000
4,666,250
10
10
10
10
10
10
0
0
0
0
15,000
6,500
3,250
0
24,375
0
49,125
25,000
1,000
75,125
4. PUBLIC UTILITY ADJUSTMENTS

4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(b)
4(c)
Sewer
Water - Various dia.
Gas
Electricity (crossings)
Telstra
Optus
item
m
item
ea
item
item
Project Management
item
item
TOTALS FOR PUBLIC UTILITY ADJUSTMENTS
30,000
300,000
650,000
40,000
10,000
100,000
320,000
0
180,000
300,000
650,000
1,550,000
40,000
10,000
1,600,000
10
10
100
100
5. INFRASTRUCTURE CONSTRUCTION
5(a)Base Infrastructure
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Drainage
Drainage
Pavements
Pavements
Pavements
Structures
Structures
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Clearing
Strip Topsoil
Cut to Spoil
Unsuitable
Cut to Fill
Select Fill
Reinforced Soil walls
Ha
m3
m3
m3
m3
m3
item
General drainage
km
Pavement
Asphalt Overlay (200mm)
m2
m2
Bridges & Major Structures (11)
m2
Barriers - g'rail/wire rope

Type F barrier/Parapet
Linemark/Painting/RPMs
Signposting
Traffic Signals (Ocean Drive)
Street Lighting
m
m
item
item
item
item
300,000
SUBTOTALS
275,000
185,000
SUBTOTALS
7,000
SUBTOTALS
13,000
400
1
1
1
1
SUBTOTALS
90
65
2,000
120
250
400,000
200,000
400,000
300,000
SUBTOTALS FOR BASE INFRASTRUCTURE
200mm allowed
500mm layer allowed

Adjacent Railway
Includes culverts,
pits,subsoils, K&G, GPTs.
8,869,500
33,412,500 Refer Note 2
16,233,750 Overlay existing
49,646,250
18,900,000
18,900,000
2,106,000
135,000 Nominal Allowance
540,000 Allowance only
540,000
3,996,000
95,865,500

Landscaping
item
Temp. Erosion & Sed. Control

Permanent Sed. Basins
Water Quality/Spillage Ponds
item
ea
ea
Fauna Crossings, Fencing, etc.
item
Noise attenuation
Compensatory Habitat
item
Environmental Monitoring
item
Other Agency Costs
item
1
SUBTOTALS
1
8
14
SUBTOTALS
1
SUBTOTALS
10,000
SUBTOTALS
1
SUBTOTALS
1
SUBTOTALS
1
SUBTOTALS
2,000,000
600,000
150,000
30,000
1,000,000
350
500,000
500,000
50,000
SUBTOTALS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL WORKS
Allowance only
Allowance only
Allowance incl. 5km fence

Johns River & Kew
Allowance only
Allowance only
Allowance only

Site Establishment & Overheads
item
Property Adjustments
Demolition/relocation
Fencing
properties
houses
m
m2
item
item
Temp Traffic Works

Traffic Guidance
Road Occupancy Charges
1
SUBTOTALS
65
5
5,000
SUBTOTALS
4,500
1
1
SUBTOTALS
750,000
10,000
10,000
15
70
2,000,000
350,000
SUBTOTALS FOR GENERAL ACTIVITIES
Allowance only
Allowance only
Allowance only
Allowance only
Construction Management etc.

5(d)
5(d)
5(d)
5(e)
Site Surveillance
Project Management
item
item
1
1
SUBTOTALS
item
1
SUBTOTALS FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT ETC.
TOTALS FOR INFRASTRUCTURE CONSTRUCTION
5,000,000
1,200,000
120,000
5,000,000
1,200,000
6,200,000
120,000
6,320,000
91,260,000
10
10
10
6,875,000 200 weeks @ $25,000

1,650,000 240 weeks @ $5,000
8,525,000
165,000
8,690,000
123,717,500
6. PROJECT HANDOVER
6(a)
(6b)
Refurbish old route

Operation/Mtce Mgt Plan
Project Data & Performance
item
item
item
6(c)
6(d)
Project Management
TOTALS FOR PROJECT HANDOVER
item
item
0
1
1
SUBTOTALS
1
1
0
20,000
40,000
20,000
10,000
GRAND TOTALS
Project Management Costs:
% of Total Estimate:
Client Representation Costs:
MHSEPMO4.XLS - Est. Subsidiary Sht-A
0
20,000
40,000
60,000
20,000
10,000
90,000
105,941,250
10,035,850
6.83
458,150
0.31
10
10
Unit rate ($/km):

6,713,440
(21.9km long)
NOTES:
1. Quantities are strategic only.
2. Road pavement assumed as 150mm 5MPa subbase + 200mm dense grade asphalt base.
3. CC is the Corporate Contribution, set at 10%.
4. Earthworks balance will be rationalised during concept development.
24/04/2001
ESTIMATE SUMMARY SHEET - ESTIMATE B

Project:
MOORLAND to HERONS CK. - Inner West Bypass at Johns River & Inner West Bypass at Kew
Project No.
66300
Date:
Estimate $000's
(excluding
contingency)
Item
February 2001
Estimate Type:
Contingency
%
Amount $000's
Estimate $000's % of Total Cost

(including
contingency)
Sub Total
5,583
462
110
26
25
25
1,478
116
28
7,061
578
138
6,155
26
1,621
7,776

2,530
385
88
30
30
30
759
116
26
3,289
501
114
3,003
30
901
3,904
2,500
1,608
275
11
87
25
25
25
3,460
402
69
3
7,420
2,010
344
14
4,394
90
3,933
9,787
1,750
44
11
100
40
25
1,750
18
3
3,500
62
14
1,805
98
1,770
3,575
97,413
35
34,448
131,860
6,820
132
25
25
1,705
33
8,525
165
104,365
35
36,186
140,550
1,250
60
22
11
40
40
25
25
500
24
6
3
1,750
84
28
14
Sub Total
1,343
40
532
1,875
TOTAL
121,064
37
44,944
167,467
Rounded Total $M
170
Sub Total
Strategic (Mid Range Cost Scenario)


Sub Total
Comments
Assumes high percentage of existing

corridor used and only major acquisitions
are for deviations around the townships of
Johns River and Kew. Major impacts on
the Camden Haven Golf Course (East).
5.84

Sub Total
Locations of major plant known.

2.13

Sub Total
83.93
6. Handover
Approx 5km of existing highway route to

become under the control of Council.
Assume major rehab prior to handover.
(Includes local service roads, various
1.12
Estimate
(excluding
contingency)
Item
Contingency
Contingency Amount
%
Estimate
(including
contingency)
Infrastructure
- Earthworks
- Drainage
- Pavements
- Structures
- Furniture/signs/delineation/fencing
Sub Total
- Landscaping
- Noise attenuation
-Environmental Monitoring
-Other Agency Costs
Sub Total
- Site establishment & overheads
Sub Total
TOTAL
15,755
6,600
39,325
17,200
3,120
82,000
36
35
35
35
35
35
5,595
2,310
13,764
6,020
1,092
28,780
21,350
8,910
53,089
23,220
4,212
110,780
2,000
2,900
1,000
4,200
500
500
50
11,150
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
700
1,015
350
1,470
175
175
18
3,903
2,700
3,915
1,350
5,670
675
675
68
15,053
750
1,018
2,495
4,263
97,413
40
35
44
41
35
300
356
1,109
1,765
34,448
1,050
1,374
3,604
6,027
131,860

Total Amount $M
% of Total Est
Project Management
10.04
6.0
0.46
0.3
MHSEPMO4.XLS - Est. Summary Sht-B
Page 1
24/04/2001
Reality Checks
Cost $M/km
7.61
Cost $M/lane*km
1.69
10.00
Cost $/m2 Pavement
90.00
Cost $/m2 Bridges
2,000.00
SUPPORTING ASSUMPTIONS - Estimate B - Inner West Bypasses at Johns River & Kew
Length (km/m)
22.0
99
Width m
Quantity (m2/m3)
Length km
Lane km
3.5
Travel Lane
3.0/3.5
Central Median
11
Outer Shoulder
2.5
Inner Shoulder
0.5
Interchanges:
Kew (1 ea)
3km
3.5
6 of @ 700m extra lanes @ 3.5m
4km
3.5
2km
10
Johns River Township (Unnamed)
10
21
Stewarts River Road Overbridges
30
21
Unnamed Ck
6
21
Stewarts River
230
10.5
Passionfruit Ck
10
10.5
Stoney Ck
15
21
Unnamed Ck
10
10.5
45
10.5
Camden Haven River
165
10.5
25
21
Kew Interchange Overbridges
35
21
Walkers Ck
10
10.5
33
10.5
Herons Ck Bridge
35
21
Total
659
Main Pavements:
New Carriageway
Overlay Existing
Earthworks:
Cut
Fill
Select Fill
22.0km
$Rate
4
various
1
2
2
10,000
90
15,000
90
15,000
65
210
630
126
2,415
105
315
105
473
1,733
525
735
105
347
735
8,558
2,000
325,000
155,000
90
65
1,000,000
400,000
150,000
10
10
25
300,000

Represents 2.3% of total project cost. Majority of design will be relatively simple duplication within existing highway corridor. Detailed
issues will need to be addressed for the township bypasses of Johns River and Kew. A small allowance is included for fine tuning of
the geotechnical investigations already completed during the Option Investigation and the Design Development Phase.
With the exception of the Johns River & Kew bypass sections, the project estimate is based on retaining the existing highway as one
carriageway and constructing a new carriageway beside the existing.
Acquisition:
There will be impacts on properties along the existing corridor and some major acquisitions may be required for new rural corridors
(approx. 5km) for the bypasses of Johns River and Kew. Allowance has been made for major impacts on the eastern part of the
Camden Haven Golf Course.
Utilities:
Earthworks:
Quantity based on 1999/2000 RTA Operation Strategic Concept work and some preliminary route investigation by OVE ARUP. Rate
reflects generally easy work without major traffic issues.
Drainage:
Due to the surrounding topography, cross drainage requirements are less than typically encountered on Pacific Highway projects, with
very few crossings other than major structures. This allowance is considered reasonably generous.
Pavement:
Assumed 150mm concrete/200mm Asphalt. Conservative assumption to overlay existing carriageway with 200mm Asphalt.
Structures:
Minimal provisions assumed. Likely fauna movements are between Nation Park areas where the existing road corridor is used.
Noise Attenuation:
Quantities adopted on the basis that provisions will likely be required at Johns River and Kew. Amount reflects the proximety of the
proposed bypass routes to potentially impacted areas.
MHSEPMO4.XLS - Est. Summary Sht-B
Page 2
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ESTIMATE SUBSIDIARY SHEET - ESTIMATE B

SH10 - MOORLAND TO HERONS CREEK STRATEGIC CONCEPT ESTIMATE (LIKELY MID RANGE COST CASE)
JOHNS RIVER INNER WEST BYPASS OPTION (J - B) & KEW INNER WEST BYPASS OPTION (K - C)
CATEGORY
ITEM
UNIT
QUANTITY
RATE
BASE TOTAL
(Note 1)
ESTIMATE
EXCLUDING
CONTINGENCY
($)
CORPORATE
CONTRIBUTION
($)
300,000
200,000
500,000
500,000
1,000,000
2,000,000
500,000
75,000
5,075,000
420,000
100,000
5,595,000
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
2,000,000
250,000
50,000
2,300,000
350,000
80,000
2,730,000
10
10
10
($)
CONTINGENCY
%
($)
ESTIMATE
INCLUDING
CONTINGENCY
($)
COMMENTS
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(b)
1(c)

EIS/Community
Other Agencies
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
Project Management
item
item
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
SUBTOTALS
1
1
300,000
200,000
500,000
500,000
1,000,000
2,000,000
500,000
75,000
1
1
1
SUBTOTALS
1
1
2,000,000
250,000
50,000
1
23
0
1
SUBTOTALS
1
86
86
86
86
86
SUBTOTALS
1
1
2,500,000
20,000
1
3,500
0
10
1
1
SUBTOTALS
1
1
100,000
100
33
54,000
540,000
60,000
400,000
150,000
1
SUBTOTALS
22.0
5,000
10
10
15
10
25
1,000,000
420,000
100,000
30,000
20,000
50,000
50,000
100,000
200,000
50,000
7,500
507,500
42,000
10,000
559,500
330,000
220,000
550,000
550,000
1,100,000
2,200,000
550,000
82,500
5,582,500
462,000
110,000
6,154,500
0
25
25
25
30
30
25
25
26
25
25
26
0
55,000
137,500
137,500
330,000
660,000
137,500
20,625
1,478,125
115,500
27,500
1,621,125
330,000
275,000
687,500
687,500
1,430,000
2,860,000
687,500
103,125
7,060,625
577,500
137,500
7,775,625
200,000
25,000
5,000
230,000
35,000
8,000
273,000
2,200,000
275,000
55,000
2,530,000
385,000
88,000
3,003,000
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
660,000
82,500
16,500
759,000
115,500
26,400
900,900
2,860,000
357,500
71,500
3,289,000
500,500
114,400
3,903,900
2,500,000 100
460,000 100
0
1,000,000
50
3,960,000
87
165,000
25
94,600
25
47,300
25
86,000
25
354,750
25
860,000
25
1,607,650
25
275,000
25
11,000
25
5,853,650
67
2,500,000
460,000
0
500,000
3,460,000
41,250
23,650
11,825
21,500
88,688
215,000
401,913
68,750
2,750
3,933,413
5,000,000 Blocks < 1500m2

920,000
0
1,500,000
7,420,000
206,250
118,250
59,125
107,500
443,438
1,075,000
2,009,563
343,750
13,750
9,787,063
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
4,000
1,000
5,000
100,000
350,000
0
300,000
350,000
650,000
1,750,000
44,000
11,000
1,805,000
100
100
100
100
40
25
98
100,000
350,000
0
300,000
350,000
650,000
1,750,000
17,600
2,750
1,770,350
200,000
700,000
0
600,000
700,000
1,300,000
3,500,000
61,600
13,750
3,575,350
165,000
540,000
5,400,000
900,000
4,000,000
3,750,000
1,000,000
15,755,000
6,600,000
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
165,000
540,000
5,400,000
900,000
4,000,000
3,750,000
1,000,000
15,755,000
6,600,000
40
40
35
40
35
35
35
36
35
66,000
216,000
1,890,000
360,000
1,400,000
1,312,500
350,000
5,594,500
2,310,000
231,000
756,000
7,290,000
1,260,000
5,400,000
5,062,500
1,350,000
21,349,500
8,910,000
6,600,000
29,250,000
10,075,000
39,325,000
17,200,000
17,200,000
1,920,000
150,000
400,000
300,000
350,000
3,120,000
82,000,000
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
6,600,000
29,250,000
10,075,000
39,325,000
17,200,000
17,200,000
1,920,000
150,000
400,000
300,000
350,000
3,120,000
82,000,000
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
2,310,000
10,237,500
3,526,250
13,763,750
6,020,000
6,020,000
672,000
52,500
140,000
105,000
122,500
1,092,000
28,780,250
2,000,000
2,000,000
650,000
1,800,000
450,000
2,900,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
4,200,000
4,200,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
50,000
50,000
11,150,000
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2,000,000
2,000,000
650,000
1,800,000
450,000
2,900,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
4,200,000
4,200,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
50,000
50,000
11,150,000
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
700,000
700,000
227,500
630,000
157,500
1,015,000
350,000
350,000
1,470,000
1,470,000
175,000
175,000
175,000
175,000
17,500
17,500
3,902,500
2,700,000
2,700,000
877,500
2,430,000
607,500
3,915,000
1,350,000
1,350,000
5,670,000
5,670,000
675,000
675,000
675,000
675,000
67,500
67,500
15,052,500
750,000
750,000
730,000
100,000
187,500
1,017,500
245,000
2,000,000
250,000
2,495,000
4,262,500
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
750,000
750,000
730,000
100,000
187,500
1,017,500
245,000
2,000,000
250,000
2,495,000
4,262,500
40
40
35
35
35
35
75
40
50
44
41
300,000
300,000
255,500
35,000
65,625
356,125
183,750
800,000
125,000
1,108,750
1,764,875
1,050,000
1,050,000
985,500
135,000
253,125
1,373,625
428,750
2,800,000
375,000
3,603,750
6,027,375
500,000
120,000
620,000
12,000
632,000
632,000
5,500,000
1,320,000
6,820,000
132,000
6,952,000
104,364,500
25
25
25
25
25
35
1,375,000
330,000
1,705,000
33,000
1,738,000
36,185,625
0
0
0
0
2,000
1,000
3,000
1,250,000
20,000
40,000
60,000
22,000
11,000
1,343,000
40
40
40
40
25
25
40
500,000
8,000
16,000
24,000
5,500
2,750
532,250
1,750,000
28,000
56,000
84,000
27,500
13,750
1,875,250
1,558,650
122,523,650
37 44,943,663
167,467,313
10
10
RTA Operations
These elements
make up ARUP
services plus
detailed Geotech
contract.

2(a)
2(a)
2(a)
2(a)
2(b)
2(c)

Other Agencies
item
item
item
Project Management
item
item
350,000
80,000
10
10
3(a)
3(a)
3(a)
3(a)
3(a)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(c)
3(d)
Rural Land
Commercial Land
Golf Course Effects
Acquisition Survey
Technical Input
Valuations
Legals & Fees
item
Ha
m2
item
item
properties
properties
properties
properties
properties
Project Management
item
item
1,000,000
150,000
1,000
500
1,000
3,750
10,000
250,000
10,000
2,500,000
460,000
0
1,000,000
3,960,000
150,000
86,000
43,000
86,000
322,500
860,000
1,547,500
250,000
10,000
5,767,500
10
10
10
10
10
10
0
0
0
0
0
15,000
8,600
4,300
0
32,250
0
60,150
25,000
1,000
86,150

4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(b)
4(c)
Sewer
Gas
Telstra
Optus
item
m
item
ea
item
item
Project Management
item
item
30,000
350,000
650,000
40,000
10,000
100,000
350,000
0
300,000
350,000
650,000
1,750,000
40,000
10,000
1,800,000
10
10
100
100
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Drainage
Drainage
Pavements
Pavements
Pavements
Structures
Structures
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Clearing
Strip Topsoil
Cut to Spoil
Unsuitable
Cut to Fill
Select Fill
Ha
m3
m3
m3
m3
m3
item
General drainage
km
Pavement
m2
m2
m2

Signposting
Street Lighting
m
m
item
item
item
300,000
SUBTOTALS
325,000
155,000
SUBTOTALS
8,600
SUBTOTALS
16,000
600
1
1
1
SUBTOTALS
90
65
2,000
120
250
400,000
300,000
350,000
200mm allowed
500mm layer allowed

Adjacent Railway
Includes culverts,
8,910,000
39,487,500 Refer Note 2
53,088,750
23,220,000
23,220,000
2,592,000
4,212,000
110,780,250

Landscaping
item

item
ea
ea
item
Noise attenuation
item
item
Other Agency Costs
item
1
SUBTOTALS
1
12
15
SUBTOTALS
1
SUBTOTALS
12,000
SUBTOTALS
1
SUBTOTALS
1
SUBTOTALS
1
SUBTOTALS
2,000,000
1
SUBTOTALS
73
10
12,500
SUBTOTALS
3,500
1
1
SUBTOTALS
750,000
650,000
150,000
30,000
1,000,000
350
500,000
500,000
50,000
Allowance only
Allowance only

Johns River & Kew
Allowance only
Allowance only
Allowance only

Fencing
Temp Traffic Works
Traffic Guidance
item
properties
houses
m
m2
item
item
10,000
10,000
15
70
2,000,000
250,000
Allowance only
Allowance only
Allowance only
Allowance only

5(d)
5(d)
5(d)
5(e)
Site Surveillance
Project Management
item
item
1
1
SUBTOTALS
item
1
5,000,000
1,200,000
120,000
5,000,000
1,200,000
6,200,000
120,000
6,320,000
103,732,500
10
10
10
6,875,000 200 weeks @ $25,000

1,650,000 240 weeks @ $5,000
8,525,000
165,000
8,690,000
140,550,125
6. PROJECT HANDOVER
6(a)
(6b)
Refurbish old route

item
item
item
6(c)
6(d)
Project Management
item
item
1
1
1
SUBTOTALS
1
1
1,250,000
20,000
40,000
20,000
10,000
GRAND TOTALS
MHSEPMO4.XLS - Est. Subsidiary Sht-B
1,250,000
20,000
40,000
60,000
20,000
10,000
1,340,000
120,965,000
10,035,850
5.99
458,150
0.27
10
10
Unit rate ($/km):

7,612,151
(22.0km long)
NOTES:
24/04/2001
ESTIMATE SUMMARY SHEET - ESTIMATE C

MOORLAND to HERONS CK. - Inner East Bypass at Johns River & Outer West Bypass at Kew
Project:
Project No.
66300
Date:
Estimate $000's
(excluding
contingency)
Item
February 2001
Estimate Type:
Contingency
%
Amount $000's
Estimate $000's
(including
contingency)
Sub Total
5,583
462
110
26
25
25
1,478
116
28
7,061
578
138
6,155
26
1,621
7,776

2,530
385
88
30
30
30
759
116
26
3,289
501
114
3,003
30
901
3,904
5,000
1,725
275
11
90
25
25
25
4,500
431
69
3
9,500
2,156
344
14
7,011
71
5,003
12,014
1,020
44
11
100
40
25
1,020
18
3
2,040
62
14
1,075
97
1,040
2,115
103,205
35
36,476
139,681
6,820
132
25
25
1,705
33
8,525
165
110,157
35
38,214
148,371
1,750
60
22
11
40
40
25
25
700
24
6
3
2,450
84
28
14
Sub Total
1,843
40
732
2,575
TOTAL
129,244
37
47,511
176,754
Rounded Total $M
180
Sub Total

Sub Total
Strategic (Highest Cost Scenario)

% of Total Cost
Comments

Assumes high percentage of existing
corridor used and only major acquisitions
are for deviations around the townships
of Johns River and Kew. Major impacts
on the Camden Haven Golf Course
6.80 (West).

Sub Total
Locations of major plant known.

1.20

Sub Total
6. Handover
83.94
1.46
Approx 6.5km of existing highway route

to become under the control of Council.
Assume major rehab prior to handover.
(Includes local service roads, various
Estimate
(excluding
contingency)
Item
Contgy % Contingency Amount
Estimate
(including
contingency)
Infrastructure
- Earthworks
- Drainage
- Pavements
- Structures
- Furniture/signs/delineation/fencing
Sub Total
- Landscaping
- Noise attenuation
-Environmental Monitoring
-Other Agency Costs
Sub Total
- Site establishment & overheads
Sub Total
TOTAL
16,960
6,750
41,300
18,500
3,435
86,945
36
35
35
35
35
35
6,035
2,363
14,455
6,475
1,202
30,530
22,995
9,113
55,755
24,975
4,637
117,475
2,000
3,600
1,000
4,200
500
500
50
11,850
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
700
1,260
350
1,470
175
175
18
4,148
2,700
4,860
1,350
5,670
675
675
68
15,998
750
1,230
2,430
4,410
103,205
40
35
44
41
35
300
431
1,068
1,798
36,476
1,050
1,661
3,498
6,208
139,681

Total Amount $M
% of Total Est
Project Management
10.04
5.7
0.46
0.3
MHSEPMO4.XLS - Est. Summary Sht-C
Page 1
24/04/2001
Reality Checks
Cost $M/km
7.86
Cost $M/lane*km
1.75
10.00
Cost $/m2 Pavement
90.00
Cost $/m2 Bridges
2,000.00
SUPPORTING ASSUMPTIONS - Estimate C - Inner East Bypass Johns River & Outer West Kew
Length (km/m)
Width m
22.5
101
Quantity (m /m )
Length km
Lane km
3.5
Travel Lane
3.0/3.5
Central Median
11
Outer Shoulder
2.5
Inner Shoulder
0.5
Interchanges:
Kew (1 ea)
3km
3.5
6 of @ 700m extra lanes @ 3.5m
4km
3.5
2km
10
Station St, Johns River (Unnamed Ck)
10
21
Thomas St, Johns River Overbridges
20
21
Johns River Nth (Unnamed Ck)
12
21
Stewarts River
230
10.5
Passionfruit Ck
10
10.5
Stoney Ck
15
21
Unnamed Ck
10
10.5
45
10.5
Camden Haven River
165
10.5
25
21
Kew Sth (Unnamed Ck)
10
21
Kew Interchange Overbridges
35
21
Kendall Road, Nth (Unnamed Ck)
15
21
Herons Ck Road Sth (Unnamed Ck)
10
21
Walkers Ck
10
10.5
33
10.5
Herons Ck Bridge
35
21
Total
690
Main Pavements:
New Carriageway
Overlay Existing
Earthworks:
Cut
Fill
Select Fill
22.5km
$Rate
4
various
1
2
2
10,000
90
15,000
90
15,000
65
210
420
252
2,415
105
315
105
473
1,733
525
210
735
315
210
105
347
735
9,209
2,000
365,000
130,000
90
65
1,050,000
890,000
165,000
10
10
25
300,000

Represents 2.1% of total project cost. Majority of design will be relatively simple duplication within existing highway corridor.
Detailed issues will need to be addressed for the township bypasses of Johns River and Kew. A small allowance is included for fine
tuning of the geotechnical investigations already completed during the Option Investigation and the Design Development Phase.
With the exception of the Johns River & Kew bypass sections, the project estimate is based on retaining the existing highway as one
carriageway and constructing a new carriageway beside the existing.
Acquisition:
There will be impacts on properties along the existing corridor and some major acquisitions may be required for new rural corridors
(approx. 6.5km) for the bypasses of Johns River and Kew. Allowance has been made for a significant number of Residential/Urban
impacts within Johns River and for major impacts on the western part of the Camden Haven Golf Course.
Utilities:
Earthworks:
Quantity based on 1999/2000 RTA Operation Strategic Concept work and some preliminary route investigation by OVE ARUP.
Rate reflects generally easy work without major traffic issues. This option is considered to be the longest practical western bypass
route around Kew.
Drainage:
Due to the surrounding topography, cross drainage requirements are less than typically encountered on Pacific Highway projects,
with very few crossings other than major structures. This allowance is considered reasonably generous.
Pavement:
Assumed 150mm concrete/200mm Asphalt. Conservative assumption to overlay existing carriageway with 200mm Asphalt.
Structures:
Minimal provisions assumed. Likely fauna movements are between Nation Park areas where the existing road corridor is used.
Noise Attenuation:
Quantities adopted on the basis that provisions will likely be required at Johns River and Kew. Amount reflects the proximety of the
proposed bypass routes to potentially impacted areas.
MHSEPMO4.XLS - Est. Summary Sht-C
Page 2
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ESTIMATE SUBSIDIARY SHEET - ESTIMATE C

SH10 - MOORLAND TO HERONS CREEK STRATEGIC CONCEPT ESTIMATE (LIKELY HIGHEST COST CASE )
JOHNS RIVER BYPASS INNER EAST OPTION (J - D) & KEW BYPASS OUTER WEST OPTION (K - A)
CATEGORY
ITEM
UNIT
QUANTITY
RATE
BASE TOTAL
(Note 1)
($)
ESTIMATE
EXCLUDING
CONTINGENCY
($)
CORPORATE
CONTRIBUTION
%
($)
CONTINGENCY
%
($)
ESTIMATE
INCLUDING
CONTINGENCY
($)
COMMENTS
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(a)
1(b)
1(c)

EIS/Community
Other Agencies
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
Project Management
item
item
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
SUBTOTALS
1
1
300,000
200,000
500,000
500,000
1,000,000
2,000,000
500,000
75,000
1
1
1
SUBTOTALS
1
1
2,000,000
250,000
50,000
1
50
0
1
SUBTOTALS
1
93
93
93
93
93
SUBTOTALS
1
1
3,000,000
20,000
1
3,000
0
10
1
1
SUBTOTALS
1
1
20,000
100
420,000
100,000
300,000
200,000
500,000
500,000
1,000,000
2,000,000
500,000
75,000
5,075,000
420,000
100,000
5,595,000
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
10
30,000
20,000
50,000
50,000
100,000
200,000
50,000
7,500
507,500
42,000
10,000
559,500
330,000
220,000
550,000
550,000
1,100,000
2,200,000
550,000
82,500
5,582,500
462,000
110,000
6,154,500
0
25
25
25
30
30
25
25
26
25
25
26
0
55,000
137,500
137,500
330,000
660,000
137,500
20,625
1,478,125
115,500
27,500
1,621,125
330,000
275,000
687,500
687,500
1,430,000
2,860,000
687,500
103,125
7,060,625
577,500
137,500
7,775,625
2,000,000
250,000
50,000
2,300,000
350,000
80,000
2,730,000
10
10
10
200,000
25,000
5,000
230,000
35,000
8,000
273,000
2,200,000
275,000
55,000
2,530,000
385,000
88,000
3,003,000
30
30
30
30
30
30
30
660,000
82,500
16,500
759,000
115,500
26,400
900,900
2,860,000
357,500
71,500
3,289,000
500,500
114,400
3,903,900
3,000,000 100
1,000,000 100
0
1,000,000
50
5,000,000
90
165,000
25
102,300
25
51,150
25
93,000
25
383,625
25
930,000
25
1,725,075
25
275,000
25
11,000
25
7,011,075
71
3,000,000
1,000,000
0
500,000
4,500,000
41,250
25,575
12,788
23,250
95,906
232,500
431,269
68,750
2,750
5,002,769
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
4,000
1,000
5,000
20,000
300,000
0
300,000
200,000
200,000
1,020,000
44,000
11,000
1,075,000
100
100
100
100
40
25
97
20,000
300,000
0
300,000
200,000
200,000
1,020,000
17,600
2,750
1,040,350
40,000
600,000
0
600,000
400,000
400,000
2,040,000
61,600
13,750
2,115,350
260,000
750,000
950,000
975,000
8,900,000
4,125,000
1,000,000
16,960,000
6,750,000
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
260,000
750,000
950,000
975,000
8,900,000
4,125,000
1,000,000
16,960,000
6,750,000
40
40
35
40
35
35
35
36
35
104,000
300,000
332,500
390,000
3,115,000
1,443,750
350,000
6,035,250
2,362,500
364,000
1,050,000
1,282,500
1,365,000
12,015,000
5,568,750
1,350,000
22,995,250
9,112,500
6,750,000
32,850,000
8,450,000
41,300,000
18,500,000
18,500,000
2,160,000
175,000
400,000
350,000
350,000
3,435,000
86,945,000
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
6,750,000
32,850,000
8,450,000
41,300,000
18,500,000
18,500,000
2,160,000
175,000
400,000
350,000
350,000
3,435,000
86,945,000
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
2,362,500
11,497,500
2,957,500
14,455,000
6,475,000
6,475,000
756,000
61,250
140,000
122,500
122,500
1,202,250
30,530,000
2,000,000
2,000,000
750,000
2,400,000
450,000
3,600,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
4,200,000
4,200,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
50,000
50,000
11,850,000
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
2,000,000
2,000,000
750,000
2,400,000
450,000
3,600,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
4,200,000
4,200,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
50,000
50,000
11,850,000
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
700,000
700,000
262,500
840,000
157,500
1,260,000
350,000
350,000
1,470,000
1,470,000
175,000
175,000
175,000
175,000
17,500
17,500
4,147,500
2,700,000
2,700,000
1,012,500
3,240,000
607,500
4,860,000
1,350,000
1,350,000
5,670,000
5,670,000
675,000
675,000
675,000
675,000
67,500
67,500
15,997,500
750,000
750,000
830,000
160,000
240,000
1,230,000
210,000
2,000,000
220,000
2,430,000
4,410,000
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
750,000
750,000
830,000
160,000
240,000
1,230,000
210,000
2,000,000
220,000
2,430,000
4,410,000
40
40
35
35
35
35
75
40
50
44
41
300,000
300,000
290,500
56,000
84,000
430,500
157,500
800,000
110,000
1,067,500
1,798,000
1,050,000
1,050,000
1,120,500
216,000
324,000
1,660,500
367,500
2,800,000
330,000
3,497,500
6,208,000
500,000
120,000
620,000
12,000
632,000
632,000
5,500,000
1,320,000
6,820,000
132,000
6,952,000
110,157,000
25
25
25
25
25
35
1,375,000
330,000
1,705,000
33,000
1,738,000
38,213,500
0
0
0
0
2,000
1,000
3,000
1,750,000
20,000
40,000
60,000
22,000
11,000
1,843,000
40
40
40
40
25
25
40
700,000
8,000
16,000
24,000
5,500
2,750
732,250
2,450,000
28,000
56,000
84,000
27,500
13,750
2,575,250
1,562,325
129,243,575
37 47,510,894
176,754,469
10
10
RTA Operations
These elements
make up ARUP
services plus the
detailed Geotech
contract.

2(a)
2(a)
2(a)
2(a)
2(b)
2(c)

Other Agencies
item
item
item
Project Management
item
item
350,000
80,000
10
10
3(a)
3(a)
3(a)
3(a)
3(a)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(b)
3(c)
3(d)
Rural Land
Commercial Land
Golf Course Effects
item
Ha
m2
item
Acquisition Survey
Technical Input
Valuations
Legals & Fees
item
properties
properties
properties
properties
properties
Project Management
item
item
1,000,000
150,000
1,000
500
1,000
3,750
10,000
250,000
10,000
3,000,000
1,000,000
0
1,000,000
5,000,000
150,000
93,000
46,500
93,000
348,750
930,000
1,661,250
250,000
10,000
6,921,250
10
10
10
10
10
10
0
0
0
0
0
15,000
9,300
4,650
0
34,875
0
63,825
25,000
1,000
89,825
6,000,000 Blocks < 1500m2

2,000,000
0
1,500,000
9,500,000
206,250
127,875
63,938
116,250
479,531
1,162,500
2,156,344
343,750
13,750
12,013,844

4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(a)
4(b)
4(c)
Sewer
Gas
Telstra
Optus
item
m
item
ea
item
item
Project Management
item
item
30,000
200,000
200,000
40,000
10,000
20,000
300,000
0
300,000
200,000
200,000
1,020,000
40,000
10,000
1,070,000
10
10
100
100
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Earthworks
Drainage
Drainage
Pavements
Pavements
Pavements
Structures
Structures
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Furniture etc.
Clearing
Strip Topsoil
Cut to Spoil
Unsuitable
Cut to Fill
Select Fill
Ha
m3
m3
m3
m3
m3
item
General drainage
km
Pavement
m2
m2
m2

Signposting
Street Lighting
m
m
item
item
item
52
75,000
95,000
65,000
890,000
165,000
1
SUBTOTALS
22.5
5,000
10
10
15
10
25
1,000,000
300,000
SUBTOTALS
365,000
130,000
SUBTOTALS
9,250
SUBTOTALS
18,000
700
1
1
1
SUBTOTALS
90
65
2,000
120
250
400,000
350,000
350,000
200mm allowed
500mm layer allowed

Adjacent Railway
Includes culverts,
9,112,500
44,347,500 Refer Note 2
55,755,000
24,975,000
24,975,000
2,916,000
4,637,250
117,475,000

Landscaping
item

item
ea
ea
item
Noise attenuation
item
item
Other Agency Costs
item
1
SUBTOTALS
1
16
15
SUBTOTALS
1
SUBTOTALS
12,000
SUBTOTALS
1
SUBTOTALS
1
SUBTOTALS
1
SUBTOTALS
2,000,000
1
SUBTOTALS
83
16
16,000
SUBTOTALS
3,000
1
1
SUBTOTALS
750,000
750,000
150,000
30,000
1,000,000
350
500,000
500,000
50,000
Allowance only
Allowance only

Johns River & Kew
Allowance only
Allowance only
Allowance only

item
Fencing
properties
houses
m
m2
item
item
Temp Traffic Works

Traffic Guidance
10,000
10,000
15
70
2,000,000
220,000
Allowance only
Allowance only
Allowance only
Allowance only

5(d)
5(d)
5(d)
5(e)
Site Surveillance
Project Management
item
item
1
1
SUBTOTALS
item
1
5,000,000
1,200,000
120,000
5,000,000
1,200,000
6,200,000
120,000
6,320,000
109,525,000
10
10
10
6,875,000 200 weeks @ $25,000

1,650,000 240 weeks @ $5,000
8,525,000
165,000
8,690,000
148,370,500
6. PROJECT HANDOVER
6(a)
(6b)
Refurbish old route

item
item
item
6(c)
6(d)
Project Management
item
item
1
1
1
SUBTOTALS
1
1
1,750,000
20,000
40,000
20,000
10,000
GRAND TOTALS
MHSEPMO4.XLS - Est. Subsidiary Sheet-C
1,750,000
20,000
40,000
60,000
20,000
10,000
1,840,000
127,681,250
10,035,850
5.68
458,150
0.26
10
10
Unit rate ($/km):

7,855,754
(22.5km long)
NOTES:
24/04/2001
Attachment D - 1:25,000 Scale Topographical Maps.
Estimate A (Lowest Cost $150M.) - Upgrade existing highway corridor through

Johns River and Kew. Route options (J-C) and (K-D). Total length 21.9km.
Estimate B - (Likely Mid Range Cost $170M.) - Upgrade existing highway corridor
with an Inner Western Bypass of Johns River and an Inner Western Bypass of Kew.
Route options (J-B) and (K-C). Total length 22.0km.
Estimate C - (Likely Highest Cost $180M.) - Upgrade existing highway corridor
with an Inner Eastern Bypass of Johns River and an Outer Western Bypass of Kew.
Route options (J-D) and (K-A). Total length 22.5km.
Attachment D
Attachment E Summary of Environmental Issues.
Extract from the RTA Operations Strategic Concept Design Report.
Attachment E
Attachment E
MOORLAND TO HERONS CREEK
STRATEGIC CONCEPT DESIGN REPORT (EXTRACT)

SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Land Use and
Accesses
The highway passes through the townships of Kew and Johns River.
The villages of Rossglen and Herons Creek are close to the highway
on the western side.
Land adjacent to the highway has a variety of uses including
grazing, National Park, State Forest, North Coast railway and SEPP
14 wetlands. Within the towns there are residential properties,
motels, shops, service stations and a hotel.
The terrain is generally undulating. The highway skirts the foothills
of the Brother Mountains and crosses the flood plains of the
Stewarts and Camden Haven Rivers.
Depending on the Preferred Route adopted, a number of properties
would be affected by strip acquisition and a number of houses at
Johns River would require demolition or relocation. Consideration
of the possibility of the highway being deviated further to the west
of Johns River would require the need to address the impact of such
a deviation on the future development west of Johns River, as
proposed by Greater Taree City Council.
Ongoing consultation will be required with Taree and Hastings
Councils regarding the project and, specifically, proposed
developments that might impact on, or be impacted by, the project.
Controlled access conditions along the upgraded highway will be
critical to ensuring its ongoing functionality.
Direct access to properties (and some side roads) from the opposite
carriageway will be denied. In such cases access will be restricted to
left turn in / left turn out. Provision for U-turns will be made at
appropriate facilities to be incorporated into the project. Further
design development will be required before the impacts of loss of
direct access can be fully assessed. This design development will
draw on input from the community consultation process.
Proposals at both Kew and Johns River may impact on the access to
and operation of some businesses and private residences.
Taree City Council operates under a performance-based Local
Environmental Plan. Under the LEP, proponents are required to
demonstrate that their development is consistent with the LEP aims
and objectives. The aims and objectives are structured as follows:
1. LEP aims,
2. general zoning objectives, and
3. specific zone objectives.
Pacific Highway Upgrade from Moorland to Herons Creek

Strategic Concept Design Report (Extract)
January 2000
Attachment E
Flora and Fauna
There are areas on both sides of the highway that are likely to be
identified as significant habitat areas. Part of Middle Brother State
Forest was gazetted as National Park on 26 February 1999. There is
also a large diversity of habitat types, including: wetlands, eucalypt
woodland, open forest, casuarina forest, melaleuca forest,
agricultural land, riparian vegetation, potential closed forest and
wetland areas containing large stands of Juncus sp. There is a large
SEPP 14 wetland (Coastal Wetland 544C) east of the highway north
of Camden Haven River.
Acquisition and clearing of some small portions of the Middle
Brother State Forest will be required to enable construction of either
of the Options developed to date. Further investigation will be
required to determine if any of these portions are part of the recently
declared Yoorigan National Park.
The vegetation within the road reserve along the project length is
generally of moderate to high value.
No detailed threatened flora and fauna studies have been undertaken
and the National Parks and Wildlife Service has not yet been
consulted. Appropriate studies should be commissioned at the
earliest possible time to give an indication of potential issues.
There are a number of potential fauna corridors crossing the
highway. The impact of the upgrade on these links and the provision
of appropriate means to manage and mitigate the impacts will need
to be the subject of detailed studies.
In order to reduce potential adverse impacts on fauna movements,
consideration will need to be given to the type of safety barriers to
be adopted in the design. If solid barriers are to be adopted to assist
in minimising the highway footprint, gaps may be able to be
provided.
There may be threatened fish in the rivers, creeks or coastal lakes.
Three threatened freshwater fish species have been identified on the
North Coast, including Eastern Freshwater Cod, Honey Blue Eye
and Oxleyan Pygmy Perch. Early contact should be made with NSW
Fisheries to determine issues relating to threatened species under the
Fisheries Management Amendment Act. An 8 Part Test will be
required. The project will need to address other requirements/issues
under the Fisheries Management and Fisheries Management
Amendment Acts.
Should the ultimate design for the project require major utility
relocations, there may need to be significant additional clearing to
cater for the relocated services. Utilities and Services that could
potentially be affected include power, water, sewer,
telecommunications and rail.

January 2000
Attachment E
Agriculture
The majority of the upgrade may be carried out within the existing
road reserve, so the impact should be low.
A stand of remnant vegetation exists within the highway road
reserve South of Herons Creek. If this stand of remnant vegetation is
to be preserved, options which consider a wide median through this
area, would also need to take into account the impact on, and
acquisition of, additional agricultural land.
Geotechnical
Issues
Construction of embankments over the flood plains will need to be

in accordance with best practice for soft soil areas. Widening of
existing embankments may have adverse impacts on existing
pavements and structures.
There are existing problems within the length of existing highway
under consideration due to failure of culverts through embankments
constructed on soft soil. Replacement of failed culverts with small
bridges may be a feasible option in conjunction with adjacent
highway duplication works.
There are a number of hard rock cuttings along the existing
highway. Widening of these, if required, will necessitate blasting
and will require careful planning and execution.
Contaminated
Soils
Contamination due to current or past uses such as cropping,

sawmills, cattle tick dip sites, etc will need assessment.
Mapping from the Department of Land and Water Conservation
indicates that there are a number of areas with high or low potential
for acid sulphate soils at various locations along the length of the
project. Detailed design will need to consider acid sulphate soils.
Best practice control measures will need to be put in place during
construction.
SMEC Australia conducted an Acid Sulphate Soils study for
Hastings Council in the SEPP14 wetland and surrounding area just
north of Camden Haven River. The management plan produced by
this study, Rossglen Acid Sulphate Soils - Land Management
Plan, should be reviewed during development of the engineering
concept design for the project.
Examination of the EPAs Contaminated Sites Register should be
undertaken during the early stages of full project development, and
as part of the formulation and assessment of potential route options.

January 2000
Attachment E
Aboriginal
Heritage
There do not appear to be any National Parks and Wildlife Service

listed sites directly affected by the strategic concept design. Details
of the sites indicated west and east of Kew and in the wetland near
Camden Haven River, will need to be obtained and confirmed.
The Brother Mountains have spiritual significance for local
aboriginal groups.
The area has the potential for scarred trees. The banks of rivers and
creeks will need to be carefully examined for middens, campsites,
etc. Ridges will also need careful examination. Artefacts are less
likely to be found on disturbed areas.
The project crosses the Local Aboriginal Land Council boundaries.
South of Kew falls within the Purfleet-Taree LALC and from Kew
to Herons Creek is in the Bunyah LALC area.
It is recommended that early and ongoing liaison take place with the
Land Councils and that aboriginal archaeological surveys be carried
out as early as possible in the project life cycle.
European
Heritage
The heritage status of any affected property needs to be confirmed.

No heritage properties listed in the Greater Taree Local
Environment Plan appear to be affected. Hastings Council advises
that the Royal Hotel on the corner of the highway and Ocean Drive
in Kew is heritage listed, as is the Police Station on the old highway.
Consultation with the Heritage Council and other stakeholders will
be required.
Waterways and
Wetlands
There are SEPP 14 wetland areas located to the east of the highway
around Watson Taylors Lake and on the northern bank of the
Camden Haven River (refer to Coastal Wetlands Map in Appendix
1 of this Scope of Work and Technical Criteria).
The road reserve on the western side of the highway opposite the
wetland at Camden Haven River is inundated and appears similar in
nature to the wetland opposite. The boundaries of the wetland will
need to be checked. If it is to be affected, a Part 4 EIS may be
necessary. The Department of Urban Affairs and Plannings draft
policy requires that the RTA justifies the selection of any option and
the development of any design element which impacts on SEPP 14
wetland. This will need to be addressed early in development of the
engineering concept for the project.
The highway along the project length is between five and ten
kilometres from the coast. The project crosses two rivers and
numerous creeks that empty into the ocean via coastal lakes, Watson
Taylors Lake or Queens Lake.
Contact should be made with the EPA to obtain protected/sensitive
waters mapping.

January 2000
Attachment E
Erosion and
Sedimentation
There are a number of existing cut batters on the project which have
eroded. The soil appears to be dispersive. This and other aspects
will require comprehensive consideration as part of the geotechnical
investigations to be undertaken in developing the engineering
concept design.
The provision of sediment basins will require careful design and
detailing.
Water Quality
Mapping from the Department of Land and Water Conservation

indicates that there are a number of areas with high or low potential
for acid sulphate soils along the project length. Best practice control
measures will need to be put in place during design and
construction. The RTA should develop an acid sulphate soils
management strategy as part of the projects development and
environmental impact assessment. This would, in turn, provide the
basis for the development of an Acid Sulphate Soils Management
Plan for the project.
Watson Taylors Lake is currently being used for prawning and
oyster farming, while Queens Lake is being used for oyster farming.
Base-line water quality monitoring will be required and will need to
be commenced as an integral part of project development and
environmental impact assessment.
Hydrology &
Flooding
Generally, the project may involve duplication of the existing

highway, so impacts should be minimal. The bridge and culvert
duplications may be achieved with compatible structures.
Unsubstantiated anecdotal evidence has been provided that flooding
of the existing highway has occurred at Stoney Creek, between
Passion Creek and Algona Road and between the turnoff to Herons
Creek township and Herons Creek.
A full hydrological study of the various waterways will be required
in conjunction with the engineering concept design.
Visual
This is a scenic section of the Pacific Highway. The upgrade needs

to sensitively integrate with the landscape and provide the
opportunity for road users to view the natural beauty of the area..
The inclusion of noise barrier walls or noise attenuation mounds
may adversely impact the visual amenity of adjacent residents
and/or road users.
Project development will need to be carried out in consideration of
the principles of urban and regional design.

January 2000
Attachment E
Noise
In rural areas, there are only scattered homes along the highway.
There may be additional traffic noise impact on some properties.
Within the townships, traffic noise is likely to increase over time
with increasing traffic volumes.
A comprehensive base line study will be required with appropriate
modelling to predict impacts.
Under the EPAs Environmental Criteria for Road Traffic Noise
May 1999, the work should be classed as a redevelopment of an
existing freeway/arterial road. The work for a bypass at Johns River
or at Kew should be classed as a new freeway or arterial road
corridor. Liaison will be required with RTAs ECP Branch and the
EPA to confirm this.
The inclusion of noise barrier walls or noise attenuation mounds
may adversely impact the visual amenity of adjacent residents
and/or road users.
Construction noise will need to be controlled by best management
practice. Potential mitigation measures for affected locations would
be assessed in consultation with the affected residents, the local
community as appropriate, and in consideration of cost effectiveness
and practicality.
Air Quality
No significant impact expected.

Control of dust during construction will need to be addressed by
best management practice.
LIKELY LEVEL OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT REQUIRED:

The appropriate level of Environmental Impact Assessment for this project will require further
consideration as the development of the project progresses. However, at this early stage, it is
believed that the scope and potential impact of the project is beyond that considered
appropriate to be treated by a Review of Environmental Factors. Thus, it is likely that an
Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) will be required.
Significant issues in making the final decision as to the level of EIA may include:
Impacts on Kew and Johns River townships;
Impact on recently declared Yoorigan National Park;
Water quality and impacts on wetlands and coastal waterways;
Threatened flora and fauna species (which may require that a Species Impact Statement be
compiled);
Social impact; and
The overall scale of the project.
January 2000
Attachment F Estimate Approval and Acceptance Form.
Attachment F
Estimate Approval and Acceptance (A)

PROJECT:
PROJECT No.:
ROAD No:
LOCATION:
REGION/ OFFICE:
ESTIMATE OF COST:
ESTIMATE STATUS:
DATE:
Preparation of
Project Estimate

66300
SH10
36.6km to 58.5km North of Taree
$150M to $180M
(TYPE) Strategic
February 2001
The estimate for this project has been prepared in accordance with the Scope,
Estimating and Cost Control for Development Projects Guidelines. The details of the
scope and estimate and proposed program of works are attached.
Peer review carried out by:
Name:
Position:
Chris Manser
RTA Project Manager
I recommend that the estimate be approved in an amount of $150 to $180 Million($2001).
R Dallen
Date:
Estimate Review
The Estimate has been reviewed on the basis of the outlined project scope and other
relevant information.
I recommend that the project estimate be established as $___________ Million ($2001).
(Comments attached)
Manager, Project Management Office

Date:
Estimate
Concurrence
On the basis of the information provided, concurrence is given to the estimate cost of
$___________ Million ($2001).
General Manager
Date:
Estimate Approval
($5 M $50 M)
Estimate
Concurrence
(>$50 Million)
I concur / approve with the (type) estimate cost of $____________ Million ($2001). Based on
construction start in 2_____, and ____%pa rise in cost, the $OT estimate for this project is
$___________ Million.
I recommend that the Project Budget be established at this amount.
Client Services Manager/Branch Manager

Date:
I approve the (type) estimate cost of $______ Million($OT) and support the Project Budget.
Approval not reqd

($5 M $50 M)
Estimate Approval
(>$50 Million)
Director
Client Services
Date:
I accept the (type) estimate cost of $____________ ($OT) and approve the Project Budget as
$_____________ Million.
Director
Road Network Infrastructure
Date:
Estimate Approval signature sheet
Attachment G Verification Checklist.
Attachment G
VERIFICATION CHECKLIST
Preparation of a Strategic Estimate
PROJECT:
PROJECT No.:
66300
ROAD No:
SH10
LOCATION:
REGION/ OFFICE:
ESTIMATE OF COST:
$150M to $180M
ESTIMATE STATUS:
(TYPE) Strategic
DATE:
February 2001
Task/Activity
Verification
Evidence
! - Yes
x - No
N/A
Process:
!
Geographical limits of the project set?
Draft Project
Development Brief &
Request for Proposals
!
Number of traffic lanes determined?
-Draft Project
Development Brief.
-Prelim. Traffic Rpt
!
Any intersections or interchanges?
-Draft Project
Development Brief.
Preliminary Route Inv.
!
Design cross section provided?
Arup Drawings
!
Pavement life determined?
!
Number, type and lengths of major structures
determined?
!
Key assumptions listed?
RTA Strategic Rpt
!
Known risks listed?
-RTA Strategic Rpt.
-Draft Risk Mgt. Plan
!
Information collected on Development, Design,
RTA Strategic
Property Acquisitions, Public Utilities and
Concept Report Feb.
Construction?
2000
!
Cost data collected?
Ballina Bypass
!
Differences between this project and comparable
PMO Memo 22/2/01
project considered?
!
Individual project item estimates prepared?
Notes, Peer Rpt., etc
!
Overall estimate compiled in standard format?
PMO Memo 22/2/01
!
Contingency allowances added?
PMO Memo 22/2/01
!
Standard Summary Sheet prepared?
PMO Memo 22/2/01
!
Check project objectives and scope are acceptable to
Client?
!
Reality Checks provided?
PMO Memo 22/2/01
!
Sign off Checklist?
PMO Memo 22/2/01
!
Peer Review undertaken?
Chris Manser 20/2/01
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Date: ..........................................
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10/196.1593 AJS
PACIFIC HIGHWAY. UPGRADE FROM MOORLAND TO HERONS CREEK. STRATEGIC
ESTIMATE. COMMENT ON PEER REVIEW
ESTIMATE DETAILS
For the purpose of defining the likely range for the Strategic Project Estimate, three (3) option
scenarios have been costed. These three option scenarios have been chosen as they are considered to
best represent the likely range of feasible route options that will ultimately be presented to the
community.
The alignment options for these Strategic Estimates include:
1.
Estimate A (Lowest Cost $150M.) - 110km/hour design upgrade along the entire
existing highway corridor, with the exception of an 80km/hour design through the
townships of Johns River and Kew. Traffic Signals have been allowed at the intersection
with Ocean Drive/Kendall Road. Total length 21.9km;
2.
Estimate B - (Likely Mid Range Cost $170M.) - 110km/hour design upgrade

generally along the existing highway corridor, with an Inner Western Bypass of Johns
River and an Inner Western Bypass of Kew. Total length 22.0km; and
3.
Estimate C - (Likely Highest Cost $180M.) - 110km/hour design upgrade generally

along the existing highway corridor, with an Inner Eastern Bypass of Johns River and an
Outer Western Bypass of Kew. Total length 22.5km.
COMPARISON WITH OTHER PROJECTS

The estimated cost for this project is low relative to other projects being undertaken under the Pacific
Highway Upgrading Program. The following table compares the Upgrade from Moorland to Herons
Creek with other Pacific Highway projects.
Project
No.
66300
Project
Description
Upgrade from
Date
open
Lane km
Total Project
Cost ($,000)
Cost / Lane
km
($,000)
Comment
na
98 to 101
147,020 to 176,754
1,500 to 1,750
Strategic Estimate
na
85 to 100
145,673 to 206,625
1,714 to 2,066
Strategic Estimate
Revised Strategic Estimate
Moorland to Herons
Creek
65556
Sapphire to
Woolgoolga
65167
Buladelah Bypass
na
32.8 to 39.2
130,057 to 148,456
3,330 to 4,472
68221
Bangalow to St.
na
20.9
65,000
3,100
Concept Estimate
Helena
62185
Ballina Bypass
na
50.8
198,000
3,900
Revised Concept Estimate.
3893
Lyons Road to
na
21.2
58,400
2,755
Under construction. Heavy
Englands Road
traffic conditions
66301
Taree to Coopernook
na
29.6
53,000
1,791
Concept Estimate.
64706
Coopernook Bypass
na
16.8
60,000
3,571
Concept Estimate.
1846
Taree Bypass
May-00
58
125,800
2,169
Floodplain and River crossings.
4087
Raymond Terrace
Dec-98
39.14
77,700
1,985
Greenfields, staging was not
Bypass
ideal due to late decision to

duplicate bypass.
66166
Coolongolook to
na
23.4
49,200
2,103
Dec-98
13.9
21,000
1,511
Wang Wauk
4521
Wang Wauk to
Bundacree Creek
Under construction. Minimum

work on existing carriageway
Reasons for the relatively low estimated cost for the Upgrade from Moorland to Herons Creek include:
(a)
With the exception of the bypass route options which may be required around the
townships of Johns River and Kew, the project is expected to retain a large proportion
of the existing highway asset. The majority of the proposed highway duplication, is
likely to take place primarily along the existing highway corridor.
(b)
At this stage, the proposed lengths of the preliminary bypass route options for Johns
River and Kew are relatively short given the overall project length. Therefore the
project cost rate per km, is generally low with the range of likely estimated costs, being
directly attributed to the various Johns River and Kew bypass route option scenarios.
(c)
Accessibility for construction plant and provision for existing traffic are expected to be
straightforward due to the proximity of the existing highway formation.
COMMENT ON ISSUES RAISED BY CHRIS MANSER - 20 FEBRUARY 2001

1.
General
a) Project Management rates high Detailed review carried out with overall percentage generally
much the same, but more realistic distribution.
b) Client Representation rates high Review carried out with overall percentage generally halved.
2.
Project Development
a) RTA Technical Input including Representation Report (Costs high)

Revised up to $500,000 from $350,000 based on the following components:
Reps Report preparation
Geotechnical input
200hrs @ $150/hr
Survey input
100hrs @ $150/hr
Property input
100hrs @ $120/hr
Environment input (J.O.D.)
250hrs @ $120/hr
Engineering (R.D.)
150wks * 35hrs * 0.333 @ $130/hr
Technical (A.J.S.)
150wks * 35hrs * 0.333 @ $85/hr
Noise Issues
TOTAL
b) RTA Project Management (Costs high)
180wks * 35hrs * 0.333 @ $200/hr
$420,000
c) RTA Client Representation (Costs high)

180wks * 4hrs/wk @ $130/hr
$100,000
30,000
30,000
15,000
12,000
30,000
230,000
150,000
10,000
$507,000
3.
Investigation and Design
a)
Detailed Design and Documentation (Costs high)

Costs based on latest tender prices received by RTA Project Services (Low if anything!). See
breakup attached.
b)
RTA Project Management (Costs high)

100wks * 35hrs * 0.5 @ $200/hr
$350,000
RTA Client Representation (Costs high)

100wks * 6hrs/wk @ $130/hr
$80,000
c)
2
4.
Property Acquisition
a)
Professional Services - (Costs high). Detailed review carried out with overall percentage
generally much the same, but more realistic distribution into individual components including
Legals and Fees.
b)

65 properties @ 25hrs @ $150/hr
$250,000
5.
Infrastructure Construction
a)
Earthworks (Cut and Fill allowed for twice)

Items and Quantities revisited. Earthworks balance will be rationalised during concept
development.
b)
Permanent Sed. Basins - (Costs high)

Rates adopted from latest Ballina Bypass Estimated Costs (PMO approved)
c)
Fauna Fencing Provision in item for 5,000m @ $40/m
d)

240wks @ $5,000/wk
$1,200,000
RTA Client Representation (Costs high)

240wks * 4hrs/wk @ $130/hr
$120,000
e)
$200,000
CONCLUSION
Estimates have been revised to reflect the above issues raised on 20 February 2001.
_____________________________
Anthony Smith
Senior Project designer
22 February 2001.
P P E N D I X
5.4
CHAPTER0
Preparation of a Strategic Estimate
PROJECT:
PROJECT No.:
66300
ROAD No:
SH10
LOCATION:
REGION/ OFFICE:
ESTIMATE OF COST:
$150M to $180M
ESTIMATE STATUS:
(TYPE) Strategic
DATE:
February 2001
Task/Activity
Verification
Evidence
! - Yes
x - No
N/A
Process:
!
Geographical limits of the project set?
Draft Project
Development Brief &
!
Number of traffic lanes determined?
-Draft Project
Development Brief.
-Prelim. Traffic Rpt
!
Any intersections or interchanges?
-Draft Project
Development Brief.
!
Design cross section provided?
Arup Drawings
!
Pavement life determined?
!
Number, type and lengths of major structures
determined?
!
Key assumptions listed?
RTA Strategic Rpt
!
Known risks listed?
-RTA Strategic Rpt.
-Draft Risk Mgt. Plan
!
Information collected on Development, Design,
RTA Strategic
Property Acquisitions, Public Utilities and
Concept Report Feb.
Construction?
2000
!
Cost data collected?
Ballina Bypass
!
Differences between this project and comparable
PMO Memo 22/2/01
project considered?
!
Individual project item estimates prepared?
Notes, Peer Rpt., etc
!
Overall estimate compiled in standard format?
PMO Memo 22/2/01
!
Contingency allowances added?
PMO Memo 22/2/01
!
Standard Summary Sheet prepared?
PMO Memo 22/2/01
!
Check project objectives and scope are acceptable to
Client?
!
Reality Checks provided?
PMO Memo 22/2/01
!
Sign off Checklist?
PMO Memo 22/2/01
!
Peer Review undertaken?
Chris Manser 20/2/01
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5.5
ESTIMATE APPROVAL AND

ACCEPTANCE FORM
CHAPTER 0

PROJECT:
PROJECT No.:
ROAD No:
LOCATION:
REGION/ OFFICE:
ESTIMATE OF COST:
ESTIMATE STATUS:
DATE:
Preparation of
Project Estimate

66300
SH10
$150M to $180M
(TYPE) Strategic
February 2001
The estimate for this project has been prepared in accordance with the Scope,
Estimating and Cost Control for Development Projects Guidelines. The details of the
scope and estimate and proposed program of works are attached.
Name:
Position:
Chris Manser
RTA Project Manager
I recommend that the estimate be approved in an amount of $150 to $180 Million($2001).
R Dallen
Date:
Estimate Review
The Estimate has been reviewed on the basis of the outlined project scope and other
relevant information.
I recommend that the project estimate be established as $___________ Million ($2001).
(Comments attached)

Date:
Estimate
Concurrence
On the basis of the information provided, concurrence is given to the estimate cost of
$___________ Million ($2001).
General Manager
Date:
Estimate Approval
($5 M $50 M)
Estimate
Concurrence
(>$50 Million)
I concur / approve with the (type) estimate cost of $____________ Million ($2001). Based on
construction start in 2_____, and ____%pa rise in cost, the $OT estimate for this project is
$___________ Million.
I recommend that the Project Budget be established at this amount.
Client Services Manager/Branch Manager

Date:
I approve the (type) estimate cost of $______ Million($OT) and support the Project Budget.
Approval not reqd

($5 M $50 M)
Estimate Approval
(>$50 Million)
Director
Client Services
Date:
I accept the (type) estimate cost of $____________ ($OT) and approve the Project Budget as
$_____________ Million.
Director
Date:
H A P T E R
CONCEPT ESTIMATE
CHAPTER 0
6.1 Summary
This chapter sets down the process for preparation of a Concept
Estimate.
6.2 Overview
There are 3 key stages to the preparation of a Concept Estimate. These
are:
Preliminary Project Appreciation Stage;


Manager, to ensure that proper knowledge and resources are available
and are applied to preparation of the estimate.
6.3 Preliminary Project Appreciation Stage

in this interrogative stage:

Concept Estimate
6-1

Approximately 1 week should be allowed for the preparation of a
Concept Estimate (assuming that all information is available).

include:
computer generated quantities, property valuations, hand over

A project development programme is to be prepared. This should
6.3.4 Quantities
Quantities are likely to be of an approximate nature and will be takenoff by the estimator.
6.3.5 Site Visit

unfamiliar with the project.
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estimator is to determine the probable construction methods that will be
adopted by the successful tenderer.
6.3.7 Pre-tender Construction Programme

From the methods assumed for significant items and historical
productivities, a pre-tender construction programme is established.
This will either confirm or replace the preliminary programme
established earlier in the process, generally at the Strategic Estimate
stage.

for a Unit Rates Estimate.
6.4.1 Understanding Historical Data

Historical data will be collected and analysed to determine:
Market conditions prevailing at the time of the tender from which
the data has been collected;
Any peculiarities of the project from which the data has been
collected;
If front-end loading has occurred; and
An approximate allowance for contractors on and off site
overheads and profit (if available).

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6-3
6.4.2 Adjusting Historical Data

Historical data is to be adjusted to bring it in line with the requirements
of the project being estimated, including (if necessary):
An adjustment for inflation;

An adjustment for site conditions;
An adjustment for front-end loading; and
An adjustment for contractors on and off site overheads and
profit.
6.4.3 New Rates

New rates are to be computed for significant items (any item worth
more than 5% of the total estimate). These may be based on an
approximate first-principles estimate, quotations received from
suppliers or a detailed assessment of historical data.
6.4.4 Cost Estimate

The estimate is calculated by multiplying the quantities by the unit
rates deduced from first principles or historical data.
6.4.5 Contractors overheads, risk and margin

Generally the contractors overheads, risk and margin is included within
the rates adopted earlier and no further adjustment is required.
However, if a rate developed from first principles is used, it must have
an addition for the contractors overheads, risk and margin.

Project Development costs are defined in Chapter 4. At the time of
preparation of a Concept Estimate, these costs have not all been
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Detailed investigation and design costs are defined in Chapter 4. At the
time of preparation of a Concept Estimate, these costs have not been
6.4.8 Property Acquisition Costs

6.4.9 Hand over Costs

Hand over costs are defined in Chapter 4. A detailed estimate of these

It is mandatory that a risk analysis be prepared for Concept Cost

estimates.
6.4.11 Contingency
project estimate. At concept estimate stage, contingencies in the range
be justified.

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6.5 Review
procedure, the Project Manager should arrange a review of the
estimate.
This should follow a structured format and be documented.

All detailed estimates are the subject of concurrence, approval and
acceptance as detailed in Chapter 2.
The procedure is detailed in the following flowcharts.
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PROCESS MAP
Start
*
Project Manager
Plans
Project Manager
List
Key Assumptions
Project
Manager/Client
Representative
Project Manager
Project Manager

Concept - Longitudinal Section, Critical Sections. Typical
Cross Sections (Cut/Fill), Most Utilities.
Detailed - Full set of plans including longitudinal section,
cross sections, Utilities locations clearly marked.

Scope
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
Limit of work,
Design Standards,
Section Staging,
Pavement,
Newor rehab,
Deviation,
Property affect,
Geotech,
Unusual features.

List
Known Risks
Prepare Estimate
in standard format
Project Manager
Provide
Reality Checks
Project
Manager/Senior
Project Manager
Sign Off
(preparation)
Project Manager
Is

*
$/m3 earthwork
*
$/m2 Pavement
*
$/ lane km
NO

Information to be submitted with
the estimate for a concurrence
check:
* Estimate Type
* Plans
* Scope
* Key assumptions
* Known risks
* Reality check
YES
Project Manager
Submit estimate for

Manager, PMO

Concept Estimate
6-7

PROCESS MAP

estimate / details
Estimator, PMO

acceptable ?
NO
YES
Estimator, PMO
General Manager,
PMO
Estimator, PMO
Sign Off
(Concurrence Check)
Sign Off
(Concurrence)
Return estimate and

GM, PMO Concurrence
Project Manager

Branch/Regional Manager $5m - $50m
Client
Representative

NO
YES
Client
Representative
Client

acceptance
*Estimate accepted
Appendix 6.3 contains

a sample Concept Cost Estimate Report
FINISH
submitted for Concurrence, Acceptance and Approval.
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Appendix 6.3 contains a sample concept estimate report, to be

submitted for concurrence, approval and acceptance of the concept cost
estimate.
Appendix 6.4 contains the Verification Checklist, to be submitted for
concurrence, approval and acceptance of the concept cost estimate.
be submitted for concurrence, approval and acceptance of the concept
cost estimate.

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Cost Estimate Scope
Table of Contents
1.
INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................................................................3
2.
THE PROJECT............................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.1
3.
BYPASS DESIGN PHILOSOPHY ............................................................................................... 4
BASE CASE ESTIMATE DETAILS...........................................................................................................................6

3.1
GENERAL.................................................................................................................................... 6
3.2
URBAN SECTION SOUTH - NEWELL HIGHWAY (SOUTH) TO THE SPA BATHS ................... 8
3.2.1 Extent of Work .................................................................................................................. 8
3.2.2 Constraints ....................................................................................................................... 9
3.2.3 Cross Section ................................................................................................................... 9
3.2.4 Road Geometry ................................................................................................................ 9
3.2.5 Intersection and Local Roads ........................................................................................... 9
3.2.6 Earthworks........................................................................................................................ 9
3.2.7 Pavement ....................................................................................................................... 10
3.2.8 Drainage......................................................................................................................... 10
3.2.9 Structures ....................................................................................................................... 10
3.2.10 Property Adjustments and Acquisitions .......................................................................... 10
3.2.11 Public Utility Adjustments ............................................................................................... 11
3.2.12 Noise Mitigation .............................................................................................................. 11
3.2.13 Urban Design.................................................................................................................. 11
3.2.14 Miscellaneous................................................................................................................. 11
3.2.15 Handover........................................................................................................................ 11
3.3
URBAN SECTION NORTH JONES AVENUE TO MEHI RIVER ............................................ 12

3.3.1 Extent of work................................................................................................................. 12
3.3.2 Constraints ..................................................................................................................... 12
3.3.3 Cross Section ................................................................................................................. 13
3.3.4 Road Geometry .............................................................................................................. 13
3.3.5 Intersection and Local Works ......................................................................................... 13
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3.3.6 Earthworks...................................................................................................................... 13
3.3.7 Pavement ....................................................................................................................... 13
3.3.8 Drainage......................................................................................................................... 13
3.3.9 Structures ....................................................................................................................... 14
3.3.13 Vibration Mitigation ......................................................................................................... 16
3.3.14 Urban Design.................................................................................................................. 16
3.3.15 Miscellaneous................................................................................................................. 16
3.4
RURAL SECTION NORTH MEHI RIVER TO NEWELL HIGHWAY (NORTH) ....................... 16

3.4.1 Constraints ..................................................................................................................... 16
3.4.2 Cross Section ................................................................................................................. 17
3.4.3 Road Geometry .............................................................................................................. 17
3.4.4 Intersection and Local Roads ......................................................................................... 17
3.4.5 Earthworks...................................................................................................................... 17
3.4.6 Pavement ....................................................................................................................... 17
3.4.7 Drainage......................................................................................................................... 17
3.4.8 Structures ....................................................................................................................... 17
3.4.12 Flood Mitigation .............................................................................................................. 19
3.4.13 Urban Design and Landscaping ..................................................................................... 19
3.4.14 Miscellaneous................................................................................................................. 19
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1.
INTRODUCTION
This report outlines the works included in the cost estimate for the preferred alignment
option known as the Gosport Street Option (Option 2 in earlier studies). The option has
evolved from consideration of seven feasible route corridors (4 inner and 3 outer) to the
scheme currently on public display, see Figure 1.1 for the alignment in relation to Moree.
The preferred alignment option has been sufficiently developed to show the general form
of the bypass, treatments at key locations (intersections, access links, railway station
precinct and the like) and properties affected by acquisition.
The cost estimate for the Bypass has been derived from a schedule of main construction
activities and typical unit cost rates as well as a contingency allowance to deal with the
normal unknowns and variations that inevitably arise. The desirable outcome is that this
Initial Concept Estimate will not be exceeded by the Final Concept Estimate and later on
the Detailed Estimate as the design evolves.
This document is to be read in conjunction with the attached cost estimate spreadsheets.
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2.
THE PROJECT
The cost estimate presented is for the preferred alignment option with Tee intersections at
the two Newell Highway connections, see Figures 1.2 and 1.3 attached for details of the
Initial Concept Design. This estimate is referred to as the base case estimate.
As an aid for comparison of this project estimate with that of other similar road projects,
separate estimates have been established for the three environmentally distinct sections
that can be found along the route. The three distinct sections are:
!
Urban Section South
Urban Section North
This section extends from the Newell Highway to the Spa Baths (CH 00 to
CH1020) and comprises a complete upgrade at the highway (Tee intersection)
and reconstruction of the two central lanes in existing Gosport Street. The
environment through which the route passes is built and essentially
industrial/commercial in nature with residences (12) interspersed throughout
Travelling north from the Spa Baths the bypass deviates from existing Gosport
Street and travels beside the railway to the Mehi River (CH 1020 to CH 1920).
The construction within this section is for the full carriageway width and
includes a combined road/rail signalised intersection upgrade at the Gwydir
Highway. In relation to built environment the section is predominantly urban
with the rural interface at the river.
Rural Section North
Continuing north via a new bridge over the Mehi River the Bypass follows
Gwydirfield Road and a lane at the rear of the Moree racecourse before
connecting onto the existing Newell Highway (Tee intersection) (Ch 1920 to
Ch 3760). The surrounding environment is rural with small hobby style farms
along the eastern side. Council has indicated that they are favourably
considering re-subdividing these rural holdings into smaller lots (2 to 2.5
hectares in size).
The public display also shows alternate high-speed intersection treatments at the two
Newell Highway connections with the alignment biased towards the Bypass, see Figures
1.4 and 1.5. The cost estimates for these two sub-options have been separately
determined.
2.1
BYPASS DESIGN PHILOSOPHY
In the southern Gosport Street section a best fit approach has been adopted as the most
appropriate. Local deviations in level and pavement shape have been smoothed to
achieve a geometric standard suitable for a national highway. The design speed within
this urban section changes from 100km/h at the Mehi River to 70km/h speed prior to the
Gwydir Highway. The latter speed being considered compatible for an arterial road within
an industrial urban environment.
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The status of the concept design at this stage is preliminary and detailed features such as
water quality ponds or widening for say guardrail flaring has not been incorporated into the
design model.
While still to be finalised, the pavement adopted as most appropriate for both the urban
and rural sections is a heavy duty semi-rigid pavement comprising an AC wearing course
and deep lift asphalt base over a lean mix subbase and select material zone. This
pavement type was considered best to manage the notorious expansive black clay
subgrade and volume of heavy traffic (currently predicted at some 1200 semi-trailers/road
trains per day). In the urban section the pavement extends to either just beyond the edge
of the through traffic lane (traffic lane plus 300mm) or if in a kerbed area across the full
road (traffic lanes and adjacent parking lane). In the rural area the pavement extends
across the full carriageway width (traffic lane and shoulder).
In relation to flooding and highway operation the initial concept has been designed to be
trafficable during a 1 in 20 year recurrent flood event, that is one lane in each direction
flood free. In larger events, ie.1 in 100 year ARI, the Bypass would be inundated and
most likely closed to traffic. This flood free standard is consistent with performance goals
for the national highway system.
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BASE CASE ESTIMATE DETAILS
3.1
GENERAL
Property acquisition
The cost of property acquisition in this initial estimate is based upon anticipated just
compensation that makes allowance for the value of holding and a solartium/relocation
provision. The RTA are at present undertaking valuation assessments and having
discussions with affected property owners. As details come to hand the cost estimate will
be accordingly updated. Indications to date suggest that the overall estimate for
acquisition is of the right order.
Where railway property is to be acquired the stated position of Rail Access Corporation is
that the whole of the property on the roadside and beyond is to be acquired. For instance,
in the case of the former railway siding to the Morton Street Woolstore (north of the
Bypass) will have to be acquired, as will the tennis court property west of the Bypass.
In this project it is likely that the RTA will become an owner of residual property that may
not be able to be on-sold. Where on selling is possible the credit benefits have been
accrued to the project.
Construction mobilisation and operation
In the estimate the cost of mobilisation, establishment, community liaison and preparation
of 15 project plans (management plans - environmental, earthworks, traffic, OH&S, QA,
etc) has been allowed.
The estimate includes a provision for general items such as for preparation of:
Contract required plans (eg. Project Quality Plan, OH&S Plan, Environmental
Management Plan, etc),
Traffic management
monitoring noise, vibration, air and water quality, vegetation protection
heritage and fauna surveys
Two building condition inspections (before and after) have been allowed at each
frontage site including 25 properties in Morton Street that are within 90 metres of the
bypass (within the noise impact zone).
Demolition of unwanted works
The cost has been uniformly distributed over the three road sections (urban south, urban
north and rural north)
Earthworks
South of the Gwydir Highway the Bypass has been graded to match the existing surface.
Earthworks for this urban section have been calculated from the product of pavement area
by the depth of pavement (including the SMZ zone) less an allowance for salvaged
pavements and topsoil stripping. North of the Gwydir Highway the earthworks have been
Rev: B
Printed: 4 May 2001
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Cost Estimate Scope
determined direct from the concept design model with an additional allowance for creek
works and the highway intersection upgrade.
In respect of the earthworks the following general assumptions have been made:
A stripping depth of 100mm for salvaged pavements. The existing pavements in the
area are known to be thin.
A topsoil stripping depth of 100mm
A compaction factor of 10%.
In summary the earthworks cut/fill volumes for the base case are:
BASE CASE EARTHWORK VOLUMES (m3)

SECTION
CUT
FILL
Urban South
8300
Urban North
7600
12550
Rural North
16550
15050
TOTAL
32450
27600
Fill plus 10%

Spoil
30360
2090
Construction period and sequence

A construction period of 18 months is envisaged.
The construction sequence for the project presumes that the Mehi River bridge and the
inner urban sections within the town would be undertaken first and any excavated material
that is surplus to requirements disposed of during this first stage. Early completion of the
bridge would provide a cross-river connection and reduce construction traffic impacts on
surrounding Moree.
Pavement
The pavement proposed for the urban and rural sections is a heavy duty semi-rigid
pavement comprising:
a 50mm AC 14 wearing course,
a 150 mm deep lift AC 20 base course over
a 175mm lean mix sub base, and overlaying
a 300mm SMZ layer
The Select Material Zone is to be made up of salvaged road base obtained from existing
roads and gravel from the gravel pits off the Newell Highway 10 km north of Moree.
Rev: B
Printed: 4 May 2001
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The AC is likely to be batched on site with material imported by road.

The AC quantities used in the estimate have been derived from the product of the
pavement surface area and thickness and then converted to tonnes (2.35 tonnes per m3).
The lean mix quantities have been based on the AC quantity and converted to m3 and
adjusted for the extension beneath kerbs.
Drainage
In the urban section north of the Spa Baths the bypass is kerbed and an underground
drainage system provided, see Figure 1.6 for the layout. The system has been design for
one lane to flood free during a 1 in 20 year recurrent storm event and a maximum
intrusion distance of water into the travel lane of 1.0m.
In the urban section south of the Spa Baths, other than at the Newell Highway intersection
upgrade, the works are confined to upgrading the central traffic lanes only and use is
made of the existing Gosport drainage system.
Noise
The EIS working paper on noise and noise impacts is in the process of being finalised.
Thus in relation to this estimate the extent of work and costs assumed for the mitigation
measures while indicative is embracive of a number of feasible solutions. The cost
presently allowed in the estimate for full mitigation treatment of a residence (thick glazing,
sealing of doors and roof, air conditioning) is $15,000 and thick glazing of a residence or
factory office $2,000.
3.2
URBAN SECTION SOUTH - NEWELL HIGHWAY (SOUTH) TO THE SPA BATHS
3.2.1
Extent of Work
At the southern end of the project the limit of work for the base case is located
immediately north of the existing Amaroo Drive intersection. Improvement works shown
further south (including the adjacent Amaroo Drive connection) are part of a Bulluss Drive
upgrade project, a separate works project.
The scope of work for this section includes:
Construction of a Tee intersection at Gosport Street/Newell Highway

connection - existing pavement reconstruction on both the Newell Highway
and Gosport Street, upgrading of the intersection and immediate area
stormwater/drainage system, construction of a water quality/spillage control
pond, intersection street lighting and urban design/landscaping. Partial
property acquisition is involved to accommodate the upgraded intersection.
Gosport Street between the Newell Highway intersection works and

Jones Avenue - full reconstruction of the two central traffic lanes only, the
reconstruction extending 300mm beyond the outside edge of the travel lane.
Enhancement of infrastructure works beyond, other than match to existing,
that is, upgrade of existing shoulders, footpaths, kerbs, driveways, drainage,
utility services and street lighting is not included in this base case estimate.
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3.2.2
Gosport Street between Jones Avenue and the Spa Baths - as well as full
reconstruction of the two centre traffic lanes the inclusion of a common centre
turn lane (pavement reconstruction similarly to extend 300mm beyond the
outer edge of the travel lane). Except for relocation of a watermain on the
western side of the new pavement work and possible level adjustments to
several sewer manholes, no upgrade to the existing infrastructure facilities
beyond is envisaged.
Constraints
The priority at the Newell Highway intersection has been designed to favour the Bypass
with southbound Frome Street traffic (former Newell Highway) required to give way to right
turning Bypass bound traffic (northbound). To ensure ease of movement this right turn is
to be superelevated.
Other than at the Newell Highway intersection where some partial property acquisition is
required, the new work along Gosport Street fits within the existing road reserve.
In this section there are 16 industrial/commercial facilities and 12 residences fronting
Gosport Street. Provision has been made in the estimate for temporary vehicle access to
these properties.
Gosport Street to be constructed one half road at a time.
At the Newell Highway intersection the new work on the Gosport Street approach is
generally clear of the existing carriageway thereby simplifying construction. To maintain
north-south traffic flow along Frome Street (former Newell Highway) a sidetrack is
required, vacant TSR land to the west is available.
3.2.3
Cross Section
Both the through and turn lanes are 3.5m wide with local widening at the Newell Highway
intersection to enable road trains up to 35m long to turn. Road shoulders where shown
are 2.0m wide.
3.2.4
Road Geometry
This southern urban section is in a built environment and accordingly the Bypass has
been designed for a low speed (70km/h design). S bends within the section assist in
reinforcing the low speed message to drivers.
3.2.5
Intersection and Local Roads
At the Newell Highway intersection the median and splitter islands are to be kerbed and
street lighting installed. Along Gosport Street the side road connections (Jones Avenue,
Thompson Avenue, and Adelaide Street) are graded to smoothly join the new work, the
limit of which is generally in line with the Gosport Street boundary.
3.2.6
Earthworks
Of the 8300 m3 of cut material obtained from this urban section some 2100 m3 is
estimated to be surplus to the overall project requirement and to be disposed off. The
remainder is to be transported direct to the embankment south of the Mehi River. The
material excavated in this section is likely to a mix of black clays and gravel/sand road
base.
Rev: B
Printed: 4 May 2001
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3.2.7
Pavement
Fluctuations in heavy vehicle traffic arising from Morees seasonal wheat and cotton
activities are difficult to predict and can vary considerably throughout the year. The close
proximity of the Bulluss Drive (a primary east/west access to Morees industrial area and
wheat silos) to the Bypass/Newell Highway intersection is an added complication that
requires a flexibility of design. To accommodate the possibility of heavy vehicles standing
on Gosport Street provision has been made in the estimate for the full pavement depth to
extend into the approach road shoulder for a distance of 140m (to Ch260).
3.2.8
Drainage
At the Newell Highway intersection the road surface is slightly higher than the general
surrounds. This is an inherited condition. To ensure drainage of the immediate area a
system of shallow table drains and pipes are proposed. This new system will divert the
runoff collected into a water quality/spillage control basin located in acquired TSR land
west of the existing highway.
North of the highway intersection (Newell Highway intersection to Spa Baths) the Bypass
utilises the existing Gosport Street drainage system. There is no provision in the base
case estimate for upgrading existing drainage facilities in this area.
3.2.9
Structures
No major structures occur within this section.
3.2.10
Property Adjustments and Acquisitions
At the Newell Highway intersection and at the connecting side roads (Jones Avenue,
Thompsons Avenue and Adelaide Street) partial acquisition of several properties is
required to accommodate the new intersection or address road safety concerns by
improving driver sight lines. Properties where acquisition is envisaged are:
Newell Highway
TSR (western side) (partial) intersection upgrade
Cnr Newell Hwy/Gosport St,

quality/spillage control pond
Lot 560
DP 751780
HM QE 2
(partial) water
Gosport Street
Lot 1 DP 559298 Moree Shire Council

upgrade
Lot 1 DP 559298 Boral Energy (partial) Newell Highway intersection upgrade
Lot 560 DP 821253 D & G Sweeney (partial) Newell Highway intersection upgrade
Lot 1 DP 220684 Grainland Pty Ltd (corner splay) Jones Avenue
Auto Consol 7806-227 B & W Rural Pty Ltd (corner splay) Jones Avenue
Lot C DP 33255 Vonline Pty Ltd (corner splay) Thompson Avenue
Lot 2 DP 559535 Vonline Pty Ltd (corner splay) Thompson Avenue
Lot 1 DP 316750 The British Imperial Oil Company Ltd (corner splay) Adelaide
Street
(partial) Newell Highway intersection
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An existing building on Lot 10 DP 37950 Peter & Sandra Duncan prevents a corner splay
on the north side of Adelaide Street from being acquired.
3.2.11
Public Utility Adjustments
There are a number of public utility services, particularly at the southern end of the
project, which are impacted on by the new works. While the requirements of the relevant
authorities are to be finalised provision has been made in the estimate for:
Protection and relocation of Telstra services (a nominal allowance)
Relocation of 3 low voltage and 11 high voltage power poles impacted on by the
intersection works
Between the Newell Highway intersection and the Spa Baths:
Minor adjustments to several sewer manholes in the area and an allowance for
possible protection of 60 metres of sewer main.
Relocation of 470 metres of 150mm watermain
Adjustments to watermain fixtures at the Newell Highway intersection
Relocation of water supply house connections to eight frontage properties in Gosport

Street
3.2.12
Noise Mitigation
Mitigation measures envisaged within this section are:
Installation of thick window glazing at 21 individual factory offices,
Installation of thick window glazing, sealing of doors and roofs and possible installation
of air conditioning at 12 residences.
3.2.13
Urban Design
While the urban design requirement for this project is to be resolved a provisional sum of
$129,950 has been made in the estimate for an entry statement at the southern
intersection.
3.2.14
Miscellaneous
Street lighting of the Newell highway intersection is included in the concept design. There
is no provision for lighting the midblock section of Gosport Street. The estimate has been
based on 8 poles along each approach and cabling supply to the site.
Property adjustments works in the area are minor and involve relocation of driveways,
gates and fences.
3.2.15
Handover
At the completion of the Bypass the Frome Street south section of the former national
highway is to be upgraded for handover to Council. The upgrading extends to patch
repair and resealing of from the Gwydir Highway (Alice Street) to Gosport Street.
Rev: B
Printed: 4 May 2001
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Cost Estimate Scope
3.3
URBAN SECTION NORTH JONES AVENUE TO MEHI RIVER

(Ch 1020 to Ch 1920)
3.3.1
Extent of work
The extent of work within this urban north section includes:
3.3.2
Between the Spa Baths and the Gwydir Highway the bypass deviates through
railway land. The Bypass is new and fully kerbed with two through traffic
lanes and parking lanes either side. Stormwater drainage is provided and
piped to a detention basin located in acquired land north of the Gwydir
Highway.
The Gwydir Highway intersection is signalised and integrated with the

adjacent rail crossing. Each road approach (highway and bypass) comprises
a sheltered right turn lane, a through traffic lane and a shared through/left turn
lane.
In the section between the Gwydir Highway and the Mehi River the bypass
transitions from an urban profile to a rural one at the bridge. The rural section
comprises two through lanes and shoulders either side. The stormwater
detention basin mentioned previously is located on acquired land east of the
Bypass (between the Bypass and Gosport Street) and is used to control
runoff, water quality and spillage.
Enhancement of railway/Spa Baths precinct. The precise nature work in this

area involves a number of stakeholders (Rail Infrastructure Corporation, Rail
Services Australia, Council,). While the precise requirements of stakeholders
is to be established the provision in this base case estimate includes :
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Roadworks at the Gosport Street / Anne Street intersection,
Removal of the tennis courts,
Relocation of the railway workshops (to the tennis court site),
Relocation of the railway carpark and bus setdown to Morton

Street (eastern side of the station), and
Provision for a featured landscaped reserve opposite the Spa

Baths
A modified road link between River and Morton Streets at the Showground.
Provision of a narrow road connection between Morton Street east (north of

the Gwydir Highway) and Oak Lane.
Constraints
The Bypass at Gwydir Highway intersection is aligned as close to the railway line as can
be practically achieved (10m offset from track centreline to Bypass boundary). The close
proximity of the two facilities enables an efficient and safe integration of the Gwydir
Highway/rail crossing to be achieved.
The cost for providing an integrated signalised system includes a contribution to the
railways for upgrading the rail signalling.
Rev: B
Printed: 4 May 2001
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Cost Estimate Scope
The total cost of the traffic signals including contingencies is estimated at $523,500 (road
signals $336,000 and railway signals $188,500).
3.3.3
Cross Section
Through and intersection turn lanes are 3.5m wide with local widening to cater for the turn
path of road trains up to 35m long.
3.3.4
Road Geometry
The geometry of this southern urban section is mostly dictated by aligning the road and
rail in a common transport corridor. In the transition zone between urban and rural (north
of the Gwydir Highway) the road is curved and the carriageway superelevated to safely
manage the higher travel speed.
3.3.5
Intersection and Local Works
At the Gwydir Highway intersection provision has been made in the estimate for
reconstruction of the existing highway between Gosport and Morton Streets. Further
provision has also been made for relocation of the railway carpark to the eastern side of
the station and relocation of affected railway workshops to the tennis court area.
Roadwork improvements at Gosport Street/Anne Street, River Street/Morton Street and
Morton Street/ Oaks Lane connections.
3.3.6
Earthworks
The Initial Design Concept model indicates some 12550 m3 of fill material is required for
the embankment on the southern side of the Mehi River. Excavations from both urban
sections yield sufficient material to meet this need. The average haulage distance
involved is one kilometre (maximum two kilometres).
3.3.7
Pavement
The full pavement within this section extends across the whole carriageway including
travel/turn lanes and shoulder/parking lanes.
3.3.8
Drainage
In this section the Bypass is for the most part fully kerbed and a piped drainage system is
provided to collect and direct runoff to the Mehi River via a detention basin (located on the
acquired land between River Street and the Gwydir Highway). The system is separate to
the existing Council system in Gosport Street.
Water surface levels in the Mehi River (available head) and the time it takes for the river to
lower after flooding determines the need for a detention basin and controls where the
discharge point can be (western side of the Bypass where the river level is lowest).
Historically the water level in the Mehi takes two to three days to lower when the river has
been in flood.
A water quality/spillage control pond is proposed at the upstream side of the detention
basin. For safety reasons this pond is to be fully fenced.
The design criteria applied to the detention basin (water depth 1.0m max., embankment
slopes 1 in 6) enable the area to be open to the public and used as park or play ground.
Rev: B
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An assumption in the design is that the railway land in the station precinct (east of the
Bypass) can be drained to the existing Anne Street outlet by installing shallow table drains
and modifying the existing pipework. The table drains are shown located within railway
property.
Existing drainage lines in Morton Street enable the relocated railway carpark to be readily
drained.
3.3.9
Structures
No major structures occur within this section.
3.3.10
Property acquisition is necessary to accommodate the Bypass and detention basin. The
list of properties to be acquired is:
Gosport Street
Lot 1 DP855832 R & P Russell commercial (Nissan/Mazda dealer)
Lot E DP 363918 K & T Bella residential
Lot D DP 363918 HRM QE2 Police Dept residential
Lot 3 DP 667744 K & G Berger residential
Lot 3 DP 664162 D Berger residential
Lot 3 DP 664162 D Berger residential
Lot B DP 356257 K & G Berger residential
Lot A DP 356257 M Berger residential
Lot 5 Sec 31 DP 758706 K & G Berger residential
River Street
Lot A DP 373511 K Mead residential
Lot B DP 373511 E Smith residential
Lot 1 DP839694 Aboriginal Corp residential
Moree Showground (partial) corner splay at Morton/River Streets
Morton Street
Lot 2 DP 600610 Jonenderbee Investments P/L - former Woolstore (partial)
Rail Property
RAC - Austrac lease (partial)
Lot 82 DP 1006136 RSA - former booking office (partial)
RAC/RSA (both sides of station - Gosport & Morton St frontages) (partial)
Lot 81 DP 1006136 RSA - workshop & tennis courts (entire)
Lot 6 DP 836431 - SRA rail corridor (partial)
Lot 8 DP 825743 SRA residential
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Lot 5 DP 845620 SRA - rail corridor
Lot 3 DP 829660 SRA - rail corridor Woolstore siding
Lot 3 DP 845620 SRA - residential lease Mrs Samsons house
Credits for property resale have been allowed in the estimate for:
Lot 3 DP 829660 SRA - rail corridor Woolstore siding
Mrs Samsons (SRA lease, Lot 3 DP 845620) leases the land fro the SRA and owns the
house. Provision in the estimate for purchasing the lease from the SRA and relocating the
house onto the former Woolstore railway siding in Morton Street.
3.3.11
Other than disconnection of services to the acquired properties listed above, the known
public utilities where works are required are:
Diversion of a 150mm sewer main between Gwydir Highway and Morton Street north.
This main is the discharge line for a rising main from the Services Club in Albert
Street.
Relocation of Telstra services in Gwydir Highway
Relocation of several power/light poles currently in railway property
3.3.12
Noise Mitigation
The noise impacts within this section where noise mitigation measures are provided in this
estimated include:
Installation of thick window glazing in 28 residences at $2,000 each,
Installation of thick window glazing, sealing of doors and roofs and possible installation
of air conditioning to 6 residences at $15,000 each.
Treatment at the Spa Baths to the value of $15,000
Treatment at the Victoria Hotel to the value of $30,000
Treatment at the Motel (cnr Gosport St & Gwydir Hwy) to the value of $15,000
Treatment at the hotel (cnr Gwydir Hwy & Morton Street) to the value of $15,000
Installation of a noise wall along the western side of the Bypass north of the Gwydir
Highway to protect the Gosport Street, River Street residents, the showground
caretaker and Mrs Samsons house if relocated to Morton Street. The wall is 1.8m
high, 360m long and sited on top of an earth mound. Further analysis of noise
impacts on the Gosport Street and River Street residences may lead to treating
individual houses rather than the installation of a wall. The estimate will be refined as
details become available.
Rev: B
Printed: 4 May 2001
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3.3.13
Vibration Mitigation
The assessment report indicates that vibration problems are not anticipated and that no
special treatment is required at the Spa Baths.
3.3.14
Urban Design
Special urban design/landscaping features for this project are yet to be established and a
provisional sum of $258,600 (including contingencies) has been allowed in the estimate
for treatment of the Spa Baths/tennis court precinct, the detention basin in Gosport Street,
relocated railway carpark, and local road connections.
3.3.15
Miscellaneous
The former railway booking office located between the Bypass and the railway station is to
be demolished.
Other than Mrs Samsons house structures on the acquired properties are to be
demolished. No provision has been made in the estimate for any salvage value.
An allowance has been made in the estimate for street lighting the Gwydir Highway
intersection.
3.4
RURAL SECTION NORTH MEHI RIVER TO NEWELL HIGHWAY (NORTH)

(Ch 1920 to Ch 3760)
3.4.1
At the Mehi River crossing, a 150 metre two-lane bridge. The bridge is to
minimum width in accordance with current standards (2 x 3.5m traffic lanes,
1.2m wide shoulders either side). There is no provision for a footway.
Two lane two way rural road with paved shoulders (Mehi River to the Newell
Highway)
Tee intersection at the Newell Highway.
Connection of Gwydirfield Road onto the Bypass and closure of the Webb
Avenue link (south of the Racecourse)
Major culvert crossings at Stringers Creek and two channels
Constraints
The priority at the Newell Highway intersection is designed to favour the existing highway.
Drivers heading north on the Bypass are required to give way.
As previously stated the design philosophy for this rural section does not differ basically
from that of any other two lane rural highway. However, the emphasis to satisfy the
physical constraints (sight lines at the Newell Highway intersection, minimising property
acquisition), and the environmental constraints (clearance between railway and Bypass
bridges, containment of the impact on the river corridor) dictates an alignment designed
for 100km/h rather than 110km/h.
There are 7 rural properties including heritage listed Gwydirfield homestead that front the
Bypass. Provision has been made in the estimate for access.
Rev: B
Printed: 4 May 2001
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3.4.2
Cross Section
The traffic and turn lanes are 3.5m wide (with local widening at intersections to allow for
the turn path of road trains up to 35m long) and the road shoulders 2.0m wide.
3.4.3
Road Geometry
As stated above the geometry in this rural section is designed to a 100km/h design
standard.
3.4.4
Intersection and Local Roads
At the Newell Highway intersection the median and splitter islands on the Bypass
approach and are to be kerbed. Street lighting is also to be installed to improve
intersection visibility and safety.
The Gwyderfield Road connection is to a rural country road standard. A 3.7m low height
clearance on the adjacent railway bridge limits vehicle usage.
A cul-de-sac style closure of Webb Avenue is envisaged.
3.4.5
Earthworks
The cut to fill within this section is in balance with some 16550 m3 cut material obtained
from the excavation works.
3.4.6
Pavement
As previously stated the pavement for both travel lanes and shoulders is a deep lift semirigid heavy-duty pavement designed to best manage the expansive black clays.
3.4.7
Drainage
In this area the Bypass crosses the Gwydirfield flood plain and the road set for the travel
lane to be flood free during a 1 in 20 year flood event. Water sheds to table drains on
either side of the bypass.
The EIS flood study has established the size of the bridge and culvert openings.
3.4.8
Structures
The major structures within this section are:
150 m long bridge over the Mehi river (2x3.5m traffic lanes with 1.2m shoulders either
side)
A 4 cell 1.2 x 2.4 RCBC at each of the two channel crossings
.A 17 cell 1.2 x 2.4 RCBC at Stringers Creek
Mehi River Bridge

The flood study has confirmed that a 150m long bridge is adequate without major afflux
impacts. The estimate allows for increasing the design loading from HLP320 to a SM1600
standard. The contingency allowance includes provision for a possible increase in
shoulder width from the designed 1.2m to 2.0m.
Rev: B
Printed: 4 May 2001
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Major culverts
A Box culvert arrangement at the channel and creek crossings has been adopted because
of the limited height available between the invert and road level.
3.4.9
Property acquisition is required within this section:

Gwydirfield Road
Gwydirfield Lot 1 DP 575425 - house fronts Gwydirfield Rd partial
Torelliana Lot 1 DP 565380 - rural property partial
Hifields Lot 3 DP 540123 - house fronts Gwydirfield Rd whole
Long lands Lot 1 DP 535838 - rural property - house fronts Gwydirfield Rd whole
Part Katanning Lot 4 DP 869679 - rural property partial
Part Katanning Lot 3 DP 869679 - rural property partial
Racecourse partial
Aboriginal heritage steel bridge camp site

At the Mehi River the Bypass traverses the aboriginal heritage Steel Bridge camp site.
Costs if any have not been determined at this stage and the RTA negotiations with the
aboriginal community are continuing.
Property resale credits
Unless discussions with the landowners indicates otherwise the properties listed below
are assumed as being purchase as a whole and the residual available for resale.
Resale properties:
Hifields Lot 3 DP 540123 - rural property
Long lands Lot 1 DP 535838 - rural property
3.4.10
The known utilities in this rural section where provision in the estimate has been made
are:
A relocation of Telstra service
Relocation of 6 power poles
At the Newell Highway intersection:
Protection of existing water mains in the vicinity of the water supply pump station.
3.4.11
Noise Mitigation
Noise mitigating is required at Gwydirfield homestead.
Rev: B
Printed: 4 May 2001
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Cost Estimate Scope
3.4.12
Flood Mitigation
A flood study undertaken as part of the EIS working papers indicates that there will be an
afflux increase in water level during river flooding as a result of the bypass and that flood
mitigation is required at the Gwydirfield homestead (80mm afflux during 1 in 100 year
ARI). Provision has been made in the estimate for installing a small bund wall around the
homestead.
3.4.13
Urban Design and Landscaping
The special urban design features for this project are yet to be established and a
provisional sum of $84,540 has been made in the estimate for an entry statement at the
northern intersection and for a display feature at the Steel Bridge Camp site.
Landscaping is required at the racecourse to shield the course from headlight glare, an
issue during early morning training. A provision of $52,000 has been allowed in the
estimate.
3.4.14
Miscellaneous
In this section it has been assumed that a fence is required along the acquired property
boundary. No provision has been made in the estimate for fencing the western side
between the Mehi River and the Bypass.
Safety barriers (protective steel guard fence) are envisaged on the approaches to the
bridge (200m long) and at the culvert crossings (100m long at the two channels and 150m
long at Stringers Creek).
Rev: B
Printed: 4 May 2001
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SAMPLE CONCEPT ESTIMATE REPORT
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RTA - MEMORANDUM
WESTERN REGION
TO:
FROM:
The General Manager

BLACKTOWN
P Standen
Project Manager
01 March 2001
R.O Ref: 17/291.1161
STATE HIGHWAY NO 17 - NEWELL HIGHWAY. PROPOSED MOREE BYPASS.

SUBMISSION FOR CONCURRENCE WITH THE DRAFT INITIAL CONCEPT
ESTIMATE.
PURPOSE
The purpose of this submission is to gain concurrence to the Draft Initial Concept
Estimate for the subject project.
BACKGROUND
The preferred option (ie the Gosport Street Option) was approved by the Federal
Minister for Transport & Regional Services on 14 June 2000. The announced project
estimate was $27M. (Concurrence to the Preliminary Estimate for the Preferred
Option was granted by PMO on 13/3/00).
Following initial concept design development work, a meeting was held on 7/11/00
between Western Region Client Services, RNI and DoTRS to facilitate presentation
and discussion of the preliminary concept design for the project. At this meeting, RNI
and DoTRS were advised that the Initial Concept Estimate was likely to exceed the
approved Preliminary Estimate by up to ten per cent. Furthermore, there are a
number of scope issues associated with the intersection treatments at each end of
the project that need to be agreed and finalised.
It was agreed that the Project Manager would prepare a Scope Report and an
associated Draft Initial Concept Estimate for the current scope of works along with
costings of the various potential scope changes with regard to the bypass
connections. Further discussions would then be held to finalise the scope of work
and to discuss funding implications. RNI requested that the Draft Initial Concept
Estimate be submitted to PMO for concurrence prior to the proposed further
discussions.
The estimate now submitted for PMO concurrence is the Draft Initial Concept
Estimate as described above.
Following concurrence and approval of the Draft Initial Concept Estimate and
agreement with DoTRS with regard to the scope of the project, the estimate will be
adjusted accordingly and re-submitted for concurrence as the Initial Concept
Estimate.
SCOPE CHANGES
In addition to the Draft Initial Concept for the project, PMO is also requested to
review the estimates for the potential scope changes for the project (as discussed
Andrew/Standen on 1/3/01). These scope changes comprise:
1.
2.
3.
4.
High speed connection at northern end

High speed connection at southern end
Extension of project at southern end (Bullus Drive/Amaroo Drive Upgrade)
Full width construction (4 lanes instead of 2) in southern rural section
Estimate and design details of these scope changes are currently being finalised
and will be forwarded by 9 March 2001.
ATTACHMENTS
The following documents are attached:
1. Estimate Concurrence - Verification Checklist
2. Preparation of Concept Estimate - Verification Checklist
3. Estimate and Scoping Report
The Estimate Approval & Acceptance Form will be forwarded following completion
of the peer review for the estimate.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that concurrence be granted to the Draft Initial Concept Estimate
in the amount of $28.85M.
P Standen
Project Manager
Egis Consulting Australia Pty Limited
Base Case Cost Estimate Summary
MOREE BYPASS
BASE CASE OPTION (Gosport Street Preferred Option)
Cost Estimate Summary
(Ch 00 to Ch 3760)
Item
1.0
1.1
1.2
1.3
Project Development
Route/Concept/EIS/Reps Report
Project Management Services
2.0
2.1
2.2
2.3

Investigation amd Design
Estimate ($)
(excluding
contingency)
Contingency
Amount ($)
Estimate ($)
(including
contingency)
% of Total
Estimate
Sub total
$1,000,000.00
$200,000.00
$20,000.00
$1,220,000.00
28%
28%
28%
28.0%
$280,000.00
$56,000.00
$5,600.00
$341,600.00
$1,280,000.00
$256,000.00
$25,600.00
$1,561,600.00
5.2%
Sub total
$350,000.00
$80,000.00
$8,000.00
$438,000.00
28.0%
28.0%
28.0%
28.0%
$98,000.00
$22,400.00
$2,240.00
$122,640.00
$448,000.00
$102,400.00
$10,240.00
$560,640.00
1.9%
Sub total
$50,000.00
$2,345,000.00
-$331,500.00
$50,000.00
$5,000.00
$2,118,500.00
28.0%
25.0%
-15.0%
28.0%
28.0%
31.4%
$14,000.00
$586,250.00
$49,725.00
$14,000.00
$1,400.00
$665,375.00
$64,000.00
$2,931,250.00
-$281,775.00
$64,000.00
$6,400.00
$2,783,875.00
9.4%
Sub total
$1,222,440.98
$122,244.10
$12,224.41
$1,356,909.48
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
$427,854.34
$42,785.43
$4,278.54
$474,918.32
$1,650,295.32
$165,029.53
$16,502.95
$1,831,827.80
6.2%
5.0 Construction
5.1 Infrastructure - General
5.2 Infrastructure - Environmental
5.3 Infrastructure - Noise Mitigation
5.4 Infrastructure - Flood Mitigation
5.5 Infrastructure - Earthworks
5.6 Infrastructure - Drainage
5.7 Infrastructure - Pavement
5.8 Infrastructure - Structures
5.9 Infrastructure - Local Roads
5.10 Infrastructure - Urban Design & Landscaping
5.11 Infrastructure - Miscellaneous
5.12 Infrastructure - Site Management
5.13 Project Management Services
5.14 Client Representation
Sub total
$635,465.00
$258,125.00
$686,400.00
$20,000.00
$913,681.00
$1,555,290.00
$5,513,860.00
$4,292,334.01
$674,000.00
$394,950.00
$2,180,763.50
$1,027,492.11
$342,497.37
$34,249.74
$18,529,107.72
30.0%
24.9%
21.6%
30.0%
25.2%
25.0%
20.1%
21.6%
28.9%
19.8%
21.2%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
22.4%
$190,639.50
$64,221.25
$148,580.00
$6,000.00
$229,992.50
$388,222.50
$1,106,195.00
$926,459.75
$195,100.00
$78,140.00
$462,949.10
$256,873.03
$85,624.34
$8,562.43
$4,147,559.41
$826,104.50
$322,346.25
$834,980.00
$26,000.00
$1,143,673.50
$1,943,512.50
$6,620,055.00
$5,218,793.76
$869,100.00
$473,090.00
$2,643,712.60
$1,284,365.14
$428,121.71
$42,812.17
$22,676,667.13
$173,000.00
$100,000.00
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
$275,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
$43,250.00
$25,000.00
$250.00
$250.00
$68,750.00
$216,250.00
$125,000.00
$1,250.00
$1,250.00
$343,750.00
$23,937,517.21
24.3%
$5,820,842.72
$29,758,359.93
3.0 Property Acquisitions

3.1 Professional Services for property
3.3 Property Resale Credits
4.0
4.1
4.2
4.3
6.0
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4

Adjust Utilities
Handover
Refurbish works
Project Data and Performance
Sub total
TOTAL CONCEPT ESTIMATE
INDICATIVE COST ESTIMATE ($ million)
76.2%
1.2%
100.0%
$29.76
PROJECT REALITY CHECK

Infrastructure Construction
Infrastructure
Length of project
Length of lane kilometres
Pavement area
Area of structures
- bridges
- major culverts
Earthworks (Cut to fill, cut to spoil & imported fill)
Earthworks (Select)
Earthworks (Unsuitable)
Moree_PREFERr2.XLS
Sheet: BASE CASE COST ESTIMATE SUMMARY
Unit
Quantity
Rates
(cost per unit)
km
km
m2
3.76
11.11
51554
$7.91
$2.68
$128.41
m2
m2
m3
m3
m3
1410
1082
35500
17820.00
3000
$2,400.00
$1,129.57
$9.10
$28.82
$43.75
Comment
Project cost/km
Project cost/lane km
Pavement cost /m2 pavement
Bridge cost /m2 deck area (Mehi River bridge)
Culvert cost/m2 deck area (creek crossings)
Earthwork cost/m3 earthworks
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MOREE BYPASS
BASE CASE OPTION (Gosport Street Preferred Option) - Northern Rural Section
Northern Rural Section Estimate Summary
(Ch 1920 to Ch 3760 - 1.84 km)
Item
1.0
1.1
1.2
1.3
Project Development
2.0
2.1
2.2
2.3

Estimate ($)
(excluding
contingency)
Contingency
Amount ($)
Estimate ($)
(including
contingency)
% of Total
Estimate
Sub total
$333,333.33
$66,666.67
$6,666.67
$406,666.67
28%
28%
28%
28.0%
$93,333.33
$18,666.67
$1,866.67
$113,866.67
$426,666.67
$85,333.33
$8,533.33
$520,533.33
4.4%
Sub total
$116,666.67
$26,666.67
$2,666.67
$146,000.00
28%
28%
28%
28.0%
$32,666.67
$7,466.67
$746.67
$40,880.00
$149,333.33
$34,133.33
$3,413.33
$186,880.00
1.6%
Sub total
$16,666.67
$525,000.00
-$311,500.00
$16,666.67
$1,666.67
$248,500.00
28%
25.0%
-15.0%
28%
28%
75.6%
$4,666.67
$131,250.00
$46,725.00
$4,666.67
$466.67
$187,775.00
$21,333.33
$656,250.00
-$264,775.00
$21,333.33
$2,133.33
$436,275.00
3.7%
Sub total
$267,000.48
$26,700.05
$2,670.00
$296,370.53
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
$93,450.17
$9,345.02
$934.50
$103,729.68
$360,450.64
$36,045.06
$3,604.51
$400,100.21
3.4%
5.0 Construction
Sub total
$199,198.33
$83,946.67
$15,000.00
$20,000.00
$407,520.00
$179,500.00
$1,969,420.00
$3,910,230.00
$400,000.00
$70,450.00
$558,795.00
$468,843.60
$156,281.20
$15,628.12
$8,454,812.92
30.0%
24.6%
20.0%
30.0%
25.3%
25.0%
20.1%
21.3%
38.5%
20.0%
22.0%
25.0%
25%
25%
22.6%
$59,759.50
$20,676.67
$3,000.00
$6,000.00
$102,978.50
$44,875.00
$395,027.00
$830,933.75
$154,000.00
$14,090.00
$123,209.00
$117,210.90
$39,070.30
$3,907.03
$1,914,737.65
$258,957.83
$104,623.33
$18,000.00
$26,000.00
$510,498.50
$224,375.00
$2,364,447.00
$4,741,163.75
$554,000.00
$84,540.00
$682,004.00
$586,054.50
$195,351.50
$19,535.15
$10,369,550.57
87.0%
$5,000.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$5,000.00
25.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
25.0%
$1,250.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$1,250.00
$6,250.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$6,250.00
$9,557,350.11
24.7%
$2,362,239.00
$11,919,589.11

4.0
4.1
4.2
4.3
6.0
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4

Adjust Utilities
Handover
Existing signs
Sub total
0.1%
100.0%
$11.92

Infrastrucutre construction
Rural (Mehi River to Newell Highway north)

Length of project
Length of lane kilomentres
Pavement
Area of structures (bridge)
- bridges
- major culverts
Earthworks (cut to fill, cut to spoil, & imported fill)
Earthworks (Select)
Moree_PREFERr2.XLS
Sheet: North Rural Sect Summary
Unit
Quantity
Rates
(cost per unit)
km
km
m2
1.84
4.68
17943
$6.48
$2.55
$131.78
m2
m2
m3
m3
m3
1410
1082
18900
7680
1000
$2,400.00
$1,129.57
$9.26
$29.97
$43.75
Comment
Project cost/km
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MOREE BYPASS
INDICATIVE COST ESTIMATE
BASE CASE OPTION (Gosport Street Preferred Option) - NORTHERN RURAL SECTION
(Ch 1920 to Ch 3760)
Extent:
This section extends from the southern side of the Mehi River to Newell Highway north
and
comprises a two lane rural section from the Mehi River to the Newell Highway, a priority controlled Tee
intersection at the highway, relocation of the Gwydirfield Road, access to the Steel Bridge camp site, a
bridge crossing over the Mehi River and culvert crossings over the local floodplain depressions and
Skinners Creek.
QUANTITIES AND RATES
Item
No.
3.0
3.2
Description of Work
Quantity
Unit
Rate
Amount
Contingency
Amount
Total
a)
PROPERTY ACQUISITION
PROPERTY ACQUISITION COSTS
Steel Bridge Camp
Camp site
item
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
25.0%
2,500.00
2,500.00
12,500.00
12,500.00
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
Gwydirfield Road
Gwydirfield Lot 1 DP 575425 - house fronts Gwydirfield Rd - partial
Torelliana Lot 1 DP 565380 - rural property - partial
Hifields Lot 3 DP 540123 - house fronts Gwydirfield Rd - whole
Long lands Lot 1 DP 535838 - rural property - house fronts Gwydirfield Rd - whole
Part Katanning Lot 4 DP 869679 - rural property - partial
Racecourse - partial
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
10,000.00
10,000.00
225,000.00
220,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
30,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
225,000.00
220,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
30,000.00
515,000.00
525,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
2,500.00
2,500.00
56,250.00
55,000.00
2,500.00
2,500.00
7,500.00
128,750.00
131,250.00
12,500.00
12,500.00
281,250.00
275,000.00
12,500.00
12,500.00
37,500.00
643,750.00
656,250.00
3.3
a)
b)
PROPERTY RESALE CREDITS

Hifields Lot 3 DP 540123 - rural property
Long lands Lot 1 DP 535838 - rural property
1
1
item
item
-157500.00
-154,000.00
-157,500.00
-154,000.00
-311,500.00
-15.0%
-15.0%
-15.0%
23625.00
23100.00
46,725.00
-133,875.00
-130,900.00
-264,775.00
4.0
4.1
4.1.1
a)
b)
c)
PUBLIC UTILITY ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUST UTILITIES
Sewer
Adjust sewer manhole to match new surface.
Concrete encase 150 mm dia sewer main.
relocate 150 mm main
0
0
0
no.
m
m
425.00
365.00
310.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
4.1.2
a)
b)
c)
d)
Water
Adjust stop valve to match new surface
Adjust hydrant to match new surface
Relocate house service
Relocate 150mm main
3
3
120
100
no.
no.
lin m
lin m
375.00
375.00
50.00
201.00
1,125.00
1,125.00
6,000.00
20,100.00
28,350.00
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
393.75
393.75
2100.00
7035.00
9,922.50
1,518.75
1,518.75
8,100.00
27,135.00
38,272.50
4.1.3
4.1.3.1
a)
b)
c)
Telstra
Cables & conduits
Protection - 2 x P100
Relocate - Flexible Conduit 2xP100
Adjust Manhole
40
300
2
lin m
lin m
no.
150.00
50.00
5000.00
6,000.00
15,000.00
10,000.00
31,000.00
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
2100.00
5250.00
3500.00
10,850.00
8,100.00
20,250.00
13,500.00
41,850.00
4.1.3.2
a)
b)
c)
Distribution
Adjust - Flexible Cable P50
Adjust - Junction Pits (medium size)
Adjust Pillar
10
1
1
lin m
each
Item
25.00
660.00
1000.00
250.00
660.00
1,000.00
1,910.00
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
87.50
231.00
350.00
668.50
337.50
891.00
1,350.00
2,578.50
4.1.3.3
a)
Supervision
Allow % of Telstra Adjustments
15%
item
4936.50
740.48
740.48
35.0%
259.17
259.17
999.64
999.64
4
10
60
each
each
lin m
10000.00
15000.00
250.00
40,000.00
150,000.00
15,000.00
205,000.00
267,000.48
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
14000.00
52500.00
5250.00
71,750.00
93,450.17
54,000.00
202,500.00
20,250.00
276,750.00
360,450.64
4.1.4
a)
b)
c)
Electrical
Relocate & adjust supply poles with LV
Relocate & adjust supply poles with HV
Relocate u/g supply conduits & cables
5.0
5.1
5.1.1
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
k)
l)
m)
n)
o)
p)
CONSTRUCTION
INFRASTRUCTURE - GENERAL
Mobilisation & establishment (equally distributed over the 3 road sections)
Establish site office
plumber
electrician
phone
site earthworks
fence
site offices - hire
toilet - hire
sewer pump out
security
phone
fax
electrical
stationary
computer
rubbish removal
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.33
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
item
item
item
item
item
item
week
week
week
week
week
week
week
week
week
week
3,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
500.00
2,000.00
9,600.00
1,000.00
200.00
450.00
500.00
200.00
35.00
150.00
30.00
25.00
80.00
1,000.00
666.67
666.67
166.67
666.67
3,200.00
25,000.00
5,000.00
11,250.00
12,500.00
5,000.00
875.00
3,750.00
750.00
625.00
2,000.00
73,116.67
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
300.00
200.00
200.00
50.00
200.00
960.00
7500.00
1500.00
3375.00
3750.00
1500.00
262.50
1125.00
225.00
187.50
600.00
21,935.00
1,300.00
866.67
866.67
216.67
866.67
4,160.00
32,500.00
6,500.00
14,625.00
16,250.00
6,500.00
1,137.50
4,875.00
975.00
812.50
2,600.00
95,051.67
5.1.2
Community liaison (equally distributed over the 3 road sections)
0.33
item
20,000.00
6,666.67
6666.67
30.0%
2000.00
2000.00
8,666.67
8666.67
5.1.3
Management Plans - environmental, earthworks, traffic, OH&S, QA

(15 no. for project distributed over the 3 road sections)
each
10,000.00
50,000.00
50000.00
30.0%
15000.00
15000.00
65,000.00
65000.00
0.33
item
15,000.00
5,000.00
30.0%
1500.00
6,500.00
5.1.4
a)
Traffic Control
Control
Moree_PREFERr2.XLS
Sheet: North Rural Sect Detail Est
35.0%
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b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
Temporary signs
Install temporary barriers
Remove temporary barriers
Mesh fence
Provide temporary access at driveways
5.2
5.2.1
5.2.1.1
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
e)
INFRASTRUCTURE - ENVIRONMENTAL
Environmental protection
Building condition inspections
Gwydirfield Lot 1 DP 575425 - rural property - house fronts Gwydirfield Rd
Torelliana Lot 1 DP 565380 - rural property
Part Katanning Lot 4 DP 869679 - rural property
Racecourse
TSR Stormont Lot 5 DP 864063 - rural
Newell Hwy,
5.2.1.2
Site monitoring
(distributed over the 3 road sections)
Noise
Ground vibration
Air pollution
Water quality
Vegetation protection
Fauna inspections
Heritage - aboriginal
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
52
230
230
1040
8
each
lin m
lin m
lin m
each
180.00
180.00
6.50
4.00
1,000.00
9,360.00
41,400.00
1,495.00
4,160.00
8,000.00
69,415.00
199,198.33
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
2808.00
12420.00
448.50
1248.00
2400.00
20,824.50
59,759.50
12,168.00
53,820.00
1,943.50
5,408.00
10,400.00
90,239.50
258,957.83
2
2
2
2
2
2
4
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
300.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
1,000.00
300.00
300.00
600.00
600.00
600.00
600.00
2,000.00
600.00
1,200.00
6,200.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
120.00
120.00
120.00
120.00
400.00
120.00
240.00
1,240.00
720.00
720.00
720.00
720.00
2,400.00
720.00
1,440.00
7,440.00
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.33
1
0.67
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
13,500.00
13,500.00
2,500.00
5,000.00
4,000.00
8,000.00
5,000.00
4,500.00
4,500.00
833.33
1,666.67
1,333.33
8,000.00
3,333.33
24,166.67
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
1125.00
1125.00
208.33
416.67
333.33
2000.00
833.33
6,041.67
5,625.00
5,625.00
1,041.67
2,083.33
1,666.67
10,000.00
4,166.67
30,208.33
5.2.2
5.2.2.1
a)
b)
c)
Erosion & sedimentation control

Temporary sediment control basins
Earthworks for sedimentation control basins
Inlets, spillways for sedimentation control basins
Removal of sedimentation control structures
80
2
2
cu m
each
item
30.00
300.00
150.00
2,400.00
600.00
300.00
3,300.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
600.00
150.00
75.00
825.00
3,000.00
750.00
375.00
4,125.00
5.2.2.2
a)
Treat contaminated water & discharge water

sediment control structures
item
400.00
800.00
800.00
25.0%
200.00
200.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
5.2.2.3
a)
b)
c)
Other temporary works

Installation & removal temporary drains and dykes
installation & removal Silt fencing
Hay bale silt traps
500
350
40
lin m
lin m
each
6.00
7.00
30.00
3,000.00
2,450.00
1,200.00
6,650.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
750.00
612.50
300.00
1,662.50
3,750.00
3,062.50
1,500.00
8,312.50
5.2.2.4
a)
b)
c)
d)
Maintenance
Temporary sedimentation control basins
Temporary drains
Silt fencing
Hay bale silt traps
3
2
2
50
each
item
item
each
210.00
400.00
400.00
100.00
630.00
800.00
800.00
5,000.00
7,230.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
157.50
200.00
200.00
1250.00
1,807.50
787.50
1,000.00
1,000.00
6,250.00
9,037.50
400
8
8
cu m
item
item
45.00
1200.00
1,000.00
18,000.00
9,600.00
8,000.00
35,600.00
83,946.67
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
24.6%
4500.00
2400.00
2000.00
8,900.00
20,676.67
22,500.00
12,000.00
10,000.00
44,500.00
104,623.33
5.2.3
a)
b)
c)
Permanent Sediment/Chemical Spillage Control Basins

Cleaning of sedimentation control structures
5.3
5.3.1
a)
b)
c)
INFRASTRUCTURE - NOISE MITIGATION

Properties
Gwydirfield Lot 1 DP 575425 - rural property (thick glazing, aircon)
Torelliana Lot 1 DP 565380 - rural property (thick glazing)
Part Katanning Lot 4 DP 869679 - rural property (thick glazing)
1
0
0
item
item
item
15,000.00
5,000.00
5,000.00
15,000.00
0.00
0.00
15,000.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
3000.00
0.00
0.00
3,000.00
18,000.00
0.00
0.00
18,000.00
5.4
5.4.1
5.4.1.1
a)
INFRASTRUCTURE - FLOOD MITIGATION

Properties
Gwydirfield Lot 1 DP 575425 - rural property
Install earth bund
item
20,000.00
20,000.00
20,000.00
30.0%
6000.00
6,000.00
26,000.00
26,000.00
5.4.1.2
a)

Install earth bund
item
30,000.00
0.00
0.00
30.0%
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
5.4.1.3
a)

Install earth bund
item
30,000.00
0.00
0.00
20,000.00
30.0%
30.0%
0.00
0.00
6,000.00
0.00
0.00
26,000.00
5.5
5.5.1
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
INFRASTRUCTURE - EARTHWORKS
Grubbing & clearing
Tree removal
Wood chip mulching to stockpile
Disused pipe systems
Disused watermain
Disused sewer
Abandoned footpath
Salvage, haul, stockpile abandoned road pavement:
Gwydirfield Road
Strip & dispose abandoned road surface course
Abandoned pits
Abandoned headwall
Abandoned kerb
20
10
0
0
0
0
each
cu m
lin m
lin m
lin m
sq m
200.00
8.00
50.00
40.00
40.00
15.00
4,000.00
80.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
1000.00
20.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
5,000.00
100.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
450
3000
0
0
0
cu m
sq m
each
each
lin m
6.10
6.10
2.50
1,000.00
500.00
2,745.00
18,300.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
25,125.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
686.25
4575.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
6,281.25
3,431.25
22,875.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
31,406.25
5.5.2
a)
Topsoil
Strip, haul, stockpile topsoil for future use
4394
cu m
5.00
21,970.00
21,970.00
30.0%
6591.00
6,591.00
28,561.00
28,561.00
5.5.3
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
General earthworks
cut to fill
stockpile to fill (woolstore to north of river)
cut to spoil off site
Import fill
Unsuitable ground material (excavate, haul, dispose & import, place select fill)
16550
0
1250
1100
1000
19900
cu m
cu m
cu m
cu m
cu m
6.00
15.00
15.00
20.00
35.00
99,300.00
0.00
18,750.00
22,000.00
35,000.00
175,050.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
24825.00
0.00
4687.50
5500.00
8750.00
43,762.50
124,125.00
0.00
23,437.50
27,500.00
43,750.00
218,812.50
5.5.4
a)
b)
Select material
Select material in select material zone (stripped road base from stockpile)
Select material in select material zone (imported)
450
7230
cu m
cu m
7.50
25.00
3,375.00
180,750.00
184,125.00
25.0%
25.0%
843.75
45187.50
46,031.25
4,218.75
225,937.50
230,156.25
5.5.5
a)
b)
Fabric
Geotextile supply and installation (subgrade, sub-pavement drains)
Geogrid supply and installation (PQ)
0
100
sq m
sq m
4.50
7.50
0.00
750.00
750.00
25.0%
25.0%
0.00
187.50
187.50
0.00
937.50
937.50
5.5.6
Dewatering
h)
j)
j)
k)
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Dewatering
5.6
5.6.1
a)
b)
c)
INFRASTRUCTURE - DRAINAGE
Excavation
Excavation for stormwater drainage structures
Excavation for open drains
Unsuitable ground excavation and replacement
5.6.2
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
Precast reinforced concrete pipes

375 diam RRJ Cl 3
450 diam RRJ Cl 3
525 diam RRJ Cl 3
600 diam RRJ Cl 3
675 diam RRJ Cl 3
750 diam RRJ Cl 3
900 diam RRJ Cl 3
1050 diam RRJ Cl 3
1200 diam RRJ Cl 3
5.6.3
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
Minor concrete box culverts

300 x 600 RCBC
300 x 1200 RCBC
300 x 1500 RCBC
450 x 1200 RCBC
450 x 1500 RCBC
600 x 1800 RCBC
5.6.4
a)
b)
c)
d)
Drainage pits
kerb inlet, heavy duty lintels (pipes)
kerb inlet, heavy duty lintels (culverts)
junction pit, heavy duty cover
grated pit
item
500.00
500.00
500.00
407,520.00
25.0%
25.3%
125.00
125.00
102,978.50
625.00
625.00
510,498.50
420
1980
10
cu m
cu m
cu m
6.00
9.00
40.00
2,520.00
17,820.00
400.00
20,740.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
630.00
4455.00
100.00
5,185.00
3,150.00
22,275.00
500.00
25,925.00
100
100
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
200
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
140.00
175.00
200.00
230.00
280.00
320.00
525.00
600.00
925.00
14,000.00
17,500.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
31,500.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
3500.00
4375.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
7,875.00
17,500.00
21,875.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
39,375.00
50
0
0
0
35
0
85
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
330.00
660.00
830.00
720.00
900.00
1260.00
16,500.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
31,500.00
0.00
48,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
4125.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
7875.00
0.00
12,000.00
20,625.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
39,375.00
0.00
60,000.00
11
4
0
1
each
each
each
each
2,700.00
8,000.00
2,700.00
2,500.00
29,700.00
32,000.00
0.00
2,500.00
64,200.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
7425.00
8000.00
0.00
625.00
16,050.00
37,125.00
40,000.00
0.00
3,125.00
80,250.00
5.6.5
5.6.5.1
a)
b)
c)
Minor concrete headwalls

Inlet
450 diam
750 diam
1050 diam
1
0
0
each
each
each
750
1000
1500
750.00
0.00
0.00
750.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
187.50
0.00
0.00
187.50
937.50
0.00
0.00
937.50
5.6.5.2
a)
b)
c)
d)
Outlet
450 diam
750 diam
1050 diam
1200 diam
1
0
0
0
each
each
each
each
750
1000
1500
2500
750.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
750.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
187.50
0.00
0.00
0.00
187.50
937.50
0.00
0.00
0.00
937.50
5.6.6
a)
Open drains
Concrete lining
200
lin m
60.00
12,000.00
12,000.00
25.0%
3000.00
3,000.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
5.6.7
a)
Minor rockfilled gabions & matresses

300mm rockfilled matress
24
sq m
65.00
1,560.00
1,560.00
179,500.00
25.0%
390.00
390.00
44,875.00
1,950.00
1,950.00
224,375.00
5.7
5.7.1
a)
b)
INFRASTRUCTURE - PAVEMENT
Lean-mix concrete subbase
175mm lean mix subbase
finish & cure
3140
17943
cu m
sq m
160.00
0.70
502,400.00
12,560.00
514,960.00
20.0%
20.0%
100480.00
2512.00
102,992.00
602,880.00
15,072.00
617,952.00
5.7.2
a)
b)
c)
Asphalt
150 mm (2x75) DG 20
50 mm DG 14
50 mm min. DG 14 overlay, variable correction + wearing (80mm average)
6270
2380
40
tonne
tonne
tonne
160.00
180.00
200.00
1,003,200.00
428,400.00
8,000.00
1,439,600.00
20.0%
20.0%
25.0%
200640.00
85680.00
2000.00
288,320.00
1,203,840.00
514,080.00
10,000.00
1,727,920.00
5.7.3
a)
Cold milling
Gwydir Hwy
30
lin m
12.00
360.00
360.00
25.0%
90.00
90.00
450.00
450.00
5.7.4
a)
b)
Subgrade & sub-pavement drainage

100 mm subsoil & filter backfill
cleanouts & inspection covers
450
10
lin m
each
30.00
100.00
13,500.00
1,000.00
14,500.00
1,969,420.00
25.0%
25.0%
3375.00
250.00
3,625.00
395,027.00
16,875.00
1,250.00
18,125.00
2,364,447.00
5.8
5.8.1
5.8.1.1
25.0%
20.1%
INFRASTRUCTURE - STRUCTURES
Bridges
Mehi River Bridge
1410
sq m
2000.00
2,820,000.00
2,820,000.00
20.0%
564000.00
564,000.00
3,384,000.00
3,384,000.00
Major culverts
Culvert at two depressions
Skinners Creek
Extend existing Skinners Creek Newell Highway culvert
Scour protection (300mm rockfilled matress)
75mm AC surface
260
790
32
715
1082
sq m
sq m
sq m
sq m
sq m
800.00
800.00
1500.00
65.00
40.00
208,000.00
632,000.00
48,000.00
46,475.00
43,280.00
977,755.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
52000.00
158000.00
12000.00
11618.75
10820.00
244,438.75
260,000.00
790,000.00
60,000.00
58,093.75
54,100.00
1,222,193.75
5.8.3
5.8.3.1
a)
Reinforced soil walls

Design
Supplier design
15%
item
16500.00
2,475.00
2,475.00
20.0%
495.00
495.00
2,970.00
2,970.00
5.8.3.2
b)
Construction
Supply and installation
400
sq m
275.00
110,000.00
110,000.00
20.0%
22000.00
22,000.00
132,000.00
132,000.00
sq m
300.00
0.00
0.00
3,910,230.00
20.0%
0.00
0.00
830,933.75
0.00
0.00
4,741,163.75
5.8.2
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
5.8.4
a)
5.9
Retaining walls
Wall #1
21.3%
INFRASTRUCTURE - LOCAL ROADS
5.9.1
a)
Gwydirfield Road
Construct new link
2400
sq m
150.00
360,000.00
360,000.00
40.0%
144000.00
144,000.00
504,000.00
504,000.00
5.9.2
a)
Webb Avenue
Terminate avenue
Item
20,000.00
20,000.00
20,000.00
25.0%
5000.00
5,000.00
25,000.00
25,000.00
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a)
5.10
5.10.1
5.10.1.1
a)
Steel Camp site

Access
INFRASTRUCTURE - URBAN DESIGN & LANDSCAPING

Urban design
Steel Camp site
Steel Camp mural
5.10.1.2 Northern entry

a)
Entry statement
Item
20,000.00
20,000.00
20,000.00
400,000.00
25.0%
38.5%
5000.00
5,000.00
154,000.00
25,000.00
25,000.00
554,000.00
Item
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
20.0%
2000.00
2,000.00
12,000.00
12,000.00
Item
5,000.00
5,000.00
5,000.00
20.0%
1000.00
1,000.00
6,000.00
6,000.00
5.10.2
5.10.2.1
a)
b)
c)
d)
Landscaping
Northern entry
site preparation
advanced stock
maintain
obtain mulch from stockpile and spread
1000
100
1
1000
sq m
each
item
sq m
1.00
50.00
600.00
5.50
1,000.00
5,000.00
600.00
5,500.00
12,100.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
200.00
1000.00
120.00
1100.00
2,420.00
1,200.00
6,000.00
720.00
6,600.00
14,520.00
5.10.2.2
a)
b)
b)
c)
d)
Racecourse
site preparation
advanced stock
tube stock
maintain
3500
300
1000
1
3500
sq m
each
each
item
sq m
1.00
50.00
5.00
600.00
5.50
3,500.00
15,000.00
5,000.00
600.00
19,250.00
43,350.00
70,450.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
700.00
3000.00
1000.00
120.00
3850.00
8,670.00
14,090.00
4,200.00
18,000.00
6,000.00
720.00
23,100.00
52,020.00
84,540.00
5.11
5.11.1
a)
b)
INFRASTRUCTURE - MISCELLANEOUS
Demolition
Hifields Lot 3 DP 540123 - residence
Long lands Lot 1 DP 535838 - residence
5.11.2
a)
b)
c)
5.11.3
a)
20.0%
1
1
item
item
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
20,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
2500.00
2500.00
5,000.00
12,500.00
12,500.00
25,000.00
Minor concrete works

island infill (include bedding, feature surface treatment)
SA kerb
SF kerb
200
0
145
sq m
lin m
lin m
50.00
45.00
25.00
10,000.00
0.00
3,625.00
13,625.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
2000.00
0.00
725.00
2,725.00
12,000.00
0.00
4,350.00
16,350.00
UPVC ducts
150 mm conduit
150
lin m
30.00
4,500.00
4,500.00
20.0%
900.00
900.00
5,400.00
5,400.00
5.11.4 Road furniture, marking & signposting

5.11.4.1 Guide posts
a)
guide posts
82
each
30.00
2,460.00
2,460.00
20.0%
492.00
492.00
2,952.00
2,952.00
5.11.4.2 Safety barriers

a)
steel guard fence
1300
lin m
85.00
110,500.00
110,500.00
30.0%
33150.00
33,150.00
143,650.00
143,650.00
5.11.4.3
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
4080
200
200
1840
250
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
sq m
1.50
2.50
1.80
1.20
75.00
6,120.00
500.00
360.00
2,208.00
18,750.00
27,938.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
1224.00
100.00
72.00
441.60
3750.00
5,587.60
7,344.00
600.00
432.00
2,649.60
22,500.00
33,525.60
319
each
8.00
2,552.00
2,552.00
20.0%
510.40
510.40
3,062.40
3,062.40
3
3
4
16
6
each
each
each
each
each
30000.00
15000.00
1000.00
200.00
250.00
90,000.00
45,000.00
4,000.00
3,200.00
1,500.00
143,700.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
18000.00
9000.00
800.00
640.00
300.00
28,740.00
108,000.00
54,000.00
4,800.00
3,840.00
1,800.00
172,440.00
Pavement marking
edge line (paint)
barrier line
continuous line
broken line
chevrons
5.11.4.4 Pavement markers

a)
raised pavement markers
5.11.4.5
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Signposting
advance directional
directional
directional small
warning
hazard boards
5.11.5
5.11.5.1
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Street lighting
Newell Highway north intersection
Supply & lay UPVC Conduit/Cable
cable pits
control cabinet
Concrete plinth for light column
Lighting column and fittings
700
8
1
24
24
lin m
each
each
each
each
30.00
200.00
9500.00
1000.00
1500.00
21,000.00
1,600.00
9,500.00
24,000.00
36,000.00
92,100.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
4200.00
320.00
1900.00
4800.00
7200.00
18,420.00
25,200.00
1,920.00
11,400.00
28,800.00
43,200.00
110,520.00
5.11.6
a)
Fencing
rural boundary fence
600
lin m
30.00
18,000.00
18,000.00
15.0%
2700.00
2,700.00
20,700.00
20,700.00
5.11.7
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
Vegetation
spray weeds with herbicide
Load, haul, place topsoil on verges
hydroseeding
straw mulch
spray with bitumen
lining with jute mesh
watering
1000
18400
18400
18400
18400
100
1
sq m
sq m
sq m
sq m
sq m
lin m
item
0.50
2.50
0.50
0.30
0.50
3.50
1600.00
500.00
46,000.00
9,200.00
5,520.00
9,200.00
350.00
1,600.00
72,370.00
507,745.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
100.00
9200.00
1840.00
1104.00
1840.00
70.00
320.00
14,474.00
112,699.00
600.00
55,200.00
11,040.00
6,624.00
11,040.00
420.00
1,920.00
86,844.00
620,444.00
22.2%
5.11.8
5.11.8.1
a)
b)
c)
Property adjustment works

Gwydirfield Lot 1 DP 575425 - house fronts Gwydirfield Rd
Construct driveway
Construct rural fence
Install gate
1
230
1
item
lin m
each
1,000.00
30.00
250.00
1,000.00
6,900.00
250.00
8,150.00
25.0%
20.0%
20.0%
250.00
1380.00
50.00
1,680.00
1,250.00
8,280.00
300.00
9,830.00
5.11.8.2
a)
b)
c)

Construct driveway
Install gate
1
20
1
item
lin m
each
1,000.00
30.00
250.00
1,000.00
600.00
250.00
1,850.00
25.0%
20.0%
20.0%
250.00
120.00
50.00
420.00
1,250.00
720.00
300.00
2,270.00
5.11.8.3
a)
b)
c)
Hifields Lot 3 DP 540123 - house fronts Gwydirfield Rd - whole

Construct driveway
Install gate
1
310
1
item
lin m
each
1,000.00
30.00
250.00
1,000.00
9,300.00
250.00
10,550.00
25.0%
20.0%
20.0%
250.00
1860.00
50.00
2,160.00
1,250.00
11,160.00
300.00
12,710.00
1
190
item
lin m
1,000.00
30.00
1,000.00
5,700.00
25.0%
20.0%
250.00
1140.00
1,250.00
6,840.00
5.11.8.4 Long lands Lot 1 DP 535838 - rural property - fronts Gwydirfield Rd - whole
a)
Construct driveway
b)
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each
250.00
250.00
6,950.00
20.0%
50.00
1,440.00
300.00
8,390.00
5.11.8.5
a)
b)
c)
c)

Construct driveway
Install gate
Install gate
1
360
1
item
lin m
each
1,000.00
30.00
250.00
1,000.00
10,800.00
250.00
12,050.00
25.0%
20.0%
20.0%
250.00
2160.00
50.00
2,460.00
1,250.00
12,960.00
300.00
14,510.00
5.11.8.6
a)
b)
c)

Construct driveway
Install gate
1
100
1
item
lin m
each
1,000.00
30.00
250.00
1,000.00
3,000.00
250.00
4,250.00
25.0%
20.0%
20.0%
250.00
600.00
50.00
900.00
1,250.00
3,600.00
300.00
5,150.00
5.11.8.7
a)
b)
c)
TSR Stormont Lot 5 DP 864063 - rural

Construct driveway
Install gate
0
0
0
item
lin m
each
1,000.00
30.00
250.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
item
1,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
20.0%
400.00
400.00
2,400.00
2,400.00
1
100
1
item
lin m
each
2,000.00
30.00
250.00
2,000.00
3,000.00
250.00
5,250.00
51,050.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.6%
400.00
600.00
50.00
1,050.00
10,510.00
2,400.00
3,600.00
300.00
6,300.00
61,560.00
558,795.00
22.0%
123,209.00
682,004.00
5,000.00
5,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
1250.00
1,250.00
6,250.00
6,250.00
5.11.8.8 Newell Hwy frontage properties

a)
Construct driveway
5.11.8.9
a)
b)
c)
Racecourse - partial
Relocate shed
Install gate
Sub total 5.11.8
6.0
a)
HANDOVER
Modify signage
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BASE CASE OPTION (Gosport Street Preferred Option) - Northern Urban Section
Northern Urban Section Estimate Summary
(Ch 1020 to Ch 1920)
Item
1.0
1.1
1.2
1.3
Project Development
2.0
2.1
2.2
2.3

Estimate ($)
(excluding
contingency)
Contingency
Amount ($)
Estimate ($)
(including
contingency)
% of Total
Estimate
Sub total
$333,333.33
$66,666.67
$6,666.67
$406,666.67
28%
28%
28%
28.0%
$93,333.33
$18,666.67
$1,866.67
$113,866.67
$426,666.67
$85,333.33
$8,533.33
$520,533.33
4.3%
Sub total
$116,666.67
$26,666.67
$2,666.67
$146,000.00
28%
28%
28%
28.0%
$32,666.67
$7,466.67
$746.67
$40,880.00
$149,333.33
$34,133.33
$3,413.33
$186,880.00
1.5%
Sub total
$16,666.67
$1,767,000.00
-$20,000.00
$16,666.67
$1,666.67
$1,782,000.00
28%
25.0%
-15.0%
28%
28%
25.5%
$4,666.67
$441,750.00
$3,000.00
$4,666.67
$466.67
$454,550.00
$21,333.33
$2,208,750.00
-$17,000.00
$21,333.33
$2,133.33
$2,236,550.00
18.5%
Sub total
$600,818.93
$60,081.89
$6,008.19
$666,909.01
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
$210,286.62
$21,028.66
$2,102.87
$233,418.15
$811,105.55
$81,110.55
$8,111.06
$900,327.16
7.5%
5.0 Construction
Sub total
$220,983.33
$117,420.00
$445,400.00
$0.00
$256,778.00
$1,260,500.00
$1,875,980.00
$382,104.00
$220,000.00
$216,000.00
$1,209,655.00
$372,289.22
$124,096.41
$12,409.64
$6,713,615.60
30.0%
25.0%
20.0%
20.0%
25.2%
25.0%
20.1%
25.0%
15.0%
19.7%
21.1%
25%
25%
25%
22.2%
$66,295.00
$29,355.00
$89,080.00
$0.00
$64,599.50
$314,525.00
$376,339.00
$95,526.00
$33,000.00
$42,600.00
$254,831.00
$93,072.31
$31,024.10
$3,102.41
$1,493,349.32
$287,278.33
$146,775.00
$534,480.00
$0.00
$321,377.50
$1,575,025.00
$2,252,319.00
$477,630.00
$253,000.00
$258,600.00
$1,464,486.00
$465,361.53
$155,120.51
$15,512.05
$8,206,964.92
68.1%
$5,000.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$5,000.00
25.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
25.0%
$1,250.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$1,250.00
$6,250.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$6,250.00
$9,720,191.28
24.0%
$2,337,314.14
$12,057,505.41

4.0
4.1
4.2
4.3
6.0
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4

Adjust Utilities
Handover
Existing signage
Sub total
0.1%
100.0%
$12.06

Infrastructure construction
Urban (Spa Baths to Mehi River)

Length of project
Pavement
Area of structures
- bridges
- major culverts
Earthworks (cut to fill)
Earthworks (Select)
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Sheet North Urban Sect Summary
Unit
Quantity
Rates
(cost per unit)
km
km
m2
0.9
3.08
18171
$13.40
$3.92
$123.95
m2
m2
m3
m3
m3
0
255
7600
5460
1000
$0.00
$477,630.00
$7.50
$30.05
$43.75
Comment
Project cost/km
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MOREE BYPASS
INDICATIVE COST ESTIMATE
BASE CASE OPTION (Gosport Street Preferred Option) - NORTHERN URBAN SECTION
(Ch 1020 to Ch 1920)
Extent:
This section extends from the Spa Baths to the southern side of the Mehi River
and
is of a new bypass construction comprising two through traffic lanes with shoulders either side,
separate right and shared left turn lanes at the Gwydir Highway intersection, upgrading of
the Gwydir Hwy to accommodate combined rail and road/pedestrian traffic signals, linking of
Gosport Street to Anne Street, linking of River/Morton Streets, linking of Morton St to the Oak St lane,
and relocation of the railway station and entry to the Morton Street side.
QUANTITIES AND RATES

Item
No.
3.0
3.2
H1
H2
H3
H4
H5
H6
H7
H8
H12
H13
H14
F1
D1
M1
M2
M6
M3
H16
H15
E1
3.3
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
Description of Work
Quantity
Unit
Rate
Amount
%
PROPERTY ACQUISITION
PROPERTY ACQUISITION COSTS
Gosport St
Lot 1 DP855832 R & P Bussell - commercial
Lot E DP 363918 K & T Bella - residential
Lot D DP 363918 HRM QE2 Police Dept - residential
Lot 3 DP 667744 K & G Berger - residential
Lot 3 DP 664162 D Berger - residential
Lot B DP 356257 K & G Berger - residential
Lot A DP 356257 M Berger - residential
Lot 5 Sec 31 DP 758706 K & G Berger - residential
River Street
Lot A DP 373511 K Mead - residential
Lot B DP 373511 E Smith - residential
Lot 1 DP839694 Aboriginal Corp - residential
Showground
Morton Street
Lot 2 DP 600610 Jonenderbee Investments P/L - former Woolstore
Rail Property
RAC - Austrac lease (partial)
Lot 82 DP 1006136 RSA - former booking office (partial)
RAC/RSA (both sides of station - Gosport & Morton St frontages) (partial)
Lot 6 DP 836431 - SRA rail corridor (partial)
Lot 8 DP 825743 SRA - residential
Rail corridor (opp. Cnr River/Morton Sts)
Lot 3 DP 829660 SRA - rail corridor - Woolstore siding
Lot 3 DP 845620 SRA - residential lease - Mrs Samson
PROPERTY RESALE CREDITS
Lot 3 DP 829660 SRA - rail corridor - Woolstore siding
Lot 1 DP855832 R 7 P Russell - commercial
Lot E DP 363918 K & T Bella - residence
Lot D DP 363918 HRM QE2 Police Dept - residence
Lot 3 DP 667744 K & G Berger - residence
Lot 3 DP 664162 D Berger - residence
Lot B DP 356257 K & G Berger - residence
Lot A DP 356257 M Berger - residence
Lot 5 Sec 31 DP 758706 K & G Berger - residual residential block
Contingency
Amount
Total
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
500,000.00
130,000.00
100,000.00
50,000.00
100,000.00
130,000.00
90,000.00
120,000.00
500,000.00
130,000.00
100,000.00
50,000.00
100,000.00
130,000.00
90,000.00
120,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
125,000.00
32,500.00
25,000.00
12,500.00
25,000.00
32,500.00
22,500.00
30,000.00
625,000.00
162,500.00
125,000.00
62,500.00
125,000.00
162,500.00
112,500.00
150,000.00
1
1
1
1
item
item
item
item
90,000.00
100,000.00
100,000.00
10,000.00
90,000.00
100,000.00
100,000.00
10,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
22,500.00
25,000.00
25,000.00
2,500.00
112,500.00
125,000.00
125,000.00
12,500.00
item
20,000.00
20,000.00
25.0%
5,000.00
25,000.00
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
each
each
each
each
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
20,000.00
20,000.00
50,000.00
60,000.00
1,000.00
50,000.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
20,000.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
20,000.00
20,000.00
50,000.00
60,000.00
1,000.00
50,000.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
20,000.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
1,000.00
1,767,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
5000.00
5000.00
12500.00
15000.00
250.00
12,500.00
250.00
250.00
250.00
5,000.00
250.00
250.00
250.00
441,750.00
25,000.00
25,000.00
62,500.00
75,000.00
1,250.00
62,500.00
1,250.00
1,250.00
1,250.00
25,000.00
1,250.00
1,250.00
1,250.00
2,208,750.00
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
each
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
-42,000.00
-20,000.00
-150,000.00
-65,000.00
-50,000.00
-25,000.00
-50,000.00
-65,000.00
-45,000.00
-30,000.00
0.00
-20,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
-20,000.00
-25.0%
-15.0%
-15.0%
-15.0%
-15.0%
-15.0%
-15.0%
-15.0%
-15.0%
-15.0%
-15.0%
0.00
3,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
3,000.00
0.00
-17,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
-17,000.00
4.0
4.1
4.1.1
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
PUBLIC UTILITY ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUST UTILITIES
Sewer
Adjust sewer manhole to match new surface.
Concrete encase 150 mm dia sewer main.
Relocate 150 mm main
Disconnect house service
Construct manhole
Install house connection
Remove abandoned pipe
3
90
365
11
6
11
1
340
each
m
m
each
each
each
each
m
425.00
365.00
310.00
250.00
5,000.00
250.00
250.00
50.00
1,275.00
32,850.00
113,150.00
2,750.00
30,000.00
2,750.00
250.00
17,000.00
200,025.00
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
446.25
11497.50
39602.50
962.50
10500.00
962.50
87.50
5950.00
70,008.75
1,721.25
44,347.50
152,752.50
3,712.50
40,500.00
3,712.50
337.50
22,950.00
270,033.75
4.1.2
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
Water
Adjust stop valve to match new surface
Adjust hydrant to match new surface
Relocate house service
Remove & relocate main
Concrete encase main.
3
3
11
30
185
130
each
each
each
lin m
m
m
375.00
375.00
250.00
50.00
201.00
365.00
1,125.00
1,125.00
2,750.00
1,500.00
37,185.00
47,450.00
91,135.00
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
393.75
393.75
962.50
525.00
13014.75
16607.50
31,897.25
1,518.75
1,518.75
3,712.50
2,025.00
50,199.75
64,057.50
123,032.25
4.1.3
4.1.3.1
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Telstra
Cables & conduits
Protection - 2 x P100
Relocate - Flexible Conduit 2xP100
Adjust Manhole
Connect house service
60
70
5
11
1
lin m
lin m
no.
each
each
150.00
50.00
5,000.00
250.00
250.00
9,000.00
3,500.00
25,000.00
2,750.00
250.00
40,500.00
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
3150.00
1225.00
8750.00
962.50
87.50
14,175.00
12,150.00
4,725.00
33,750.00
3,712.50
337.50
54,675.00
4.1.3.2
a)
b)
c)
Distribution
Adjust - Flexible Cable P50
Adjust - Junction Pits (medium size)
Adjust Pillar
50
3
2
lin m
each
Item
25.00
660.00
1,000.00
1,250.00
1,980.00
2,000.00
5,230.00
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
437.50
693.00
700.00
1,830.50
1,687.50
2,673.00
2,700.00
7,060.50
4.1.3.3
a)
Supervision
Allow % of Telstra Adjustments
15%
item
6,859.50
1,028.93
35.0%
360.12
1,389.05
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1,028.93
4.1.4
a)
b)
c)
d)
Electrical
Relocate & adjust supply poles with LV
Relocate & adjust supply poles with HV
Relocate u/g supply conduits & cables
5
13
65
11
each
each
lin m
each
10,000.00
15,000.00
250.00
150.00
50,000.00
195,000.00
16,250.00
1,650.00
262,900.00
600,818.93
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
360.12
1,389.05
17500.00
68250.00
5687.50
577.50
92,015.00
210,286.62
67,500.00
263,250.00
21,937.50
2,227.50
354,915.00
811,105.55
5.0
5.1
5.1.1
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
k)
l)
m)
n)
o)
p)
CONSTRUCTION
INFRASTRUCTURE - GENERAL
Mobilisation & establishment (distributed equally over the 3 road sections)
Establish site office
plumber
electrician
phone
site earthworks
fence
site offices - hire
toilet - hire
sewer pump out
security
phone
fax
electrical
stationary
computer
rubbish removal
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.33
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
25
item
item
item
item
item
item
week
week
week
week
week
week
week
week
week
week
3,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
500.00
2,000.00
9,600.00
1,000.00
200.00
450.00
500.00
200.00
35.00
150.00
30.00
25.00
80.00
1,000.00
666.67
666.67
166.67
666.67
3,200.00
25,000.00
5,000.00
11,250.00
12,500.00
5,000.00
875.00
3,750.00
750.00
625.00
2,000.00
73,116.67
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
300.00
200.00
200.00
50.00
200.00
960.00
7500.00
1500.00
3375.00
3750.00
1500.00
262.50
1125.00
225.00
187.50
600.00
21,935.00
1,300.00
866.67
866.67
216.67
866.67
4,160.00
32,500.00
6,500.00
14,625.00
16,250.00
6,500.00
1,137.50
4,875.00
975.00
812.50
2,600.00
95,051.67
5.1.2
a)
Community liaison (distributed equally over the 3 road sections)
0.33
item
20,000.00
6,666.67
6666.67
30.0%
2000.00
2000.00
8,666.67
8666.67
5.1.3
Management Plans - environmental, earthworks, traffic, OHS, QA

(15 no. for project distributed over the 3 road sections)
each
10,000.00
50,000.00
50000.00
30.0%
15000.00
15000.00
65,000.00
65000.00
0.33
67
360
360
1500
1
item
each
lin m
lin m
lin m
each
15,000.00
180.00
180.00
6.50
4.00
1,000.00
5,000.00
12,060.00
64,800.00
2,340.00
6,000.00
1,000.00
91,200.00
220,983.33
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
30.0%
1500.00
3618.00
19440.00
702.00
1800.00
300.00
27,360.00
66,295.00
6,500.00
15,678.00
84,240.00
3,042.00
7,800.00
1,300.00
118,560.00
287,278.33
5.1.4
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
5.2
5.2.1
5.2.1.1
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
k)
l)
m)
n)
o)
p)
q)
r)
s)
t)
v)
w)
a)
b)
a)
b)
c)
a)
a)
Traffic Control
Control
Temporary signs
Install temporary barriers
Remove temporary barriers
mesh fence
Provide temporary access at driveways
INFRASTRUCTURE - ENVIRONMENTAL
Environmental protection
Building condition inspections
Gosport Street
Lot 16 DP 789779 The Council of Moree Plains - vacant
Lot 17 DP 789779 The Council of Moree Plains - Spa baths
Lot 12 Sec 25 DP 758706 Highlead P/L lease to Wongabindi P/L - Victoria Hotel
Lot A DP 380440 P Heffernan - commercial
Lot 1 DP 619921 N Baird - commercial
Lot 1 DP 731176 Cascades Theatre & Char Grill P/L - theatre, restaurant
Lot 1 DP 739394 E Hetherington - industrial
Lot D DP 11464 B & K Stevens - commercial
Lot 2 DP630418 P Lowrey - commercial
Lot 1 DP 619087 P & H Brooks - commercial
Auto consol 8147-209 Lots A, B & C DP 15663 P & H Brooks - commercial
Lot 2 DP 315499 N Andronicos - commercial
Lot 4 DP 715478 M Cikota - commercial Motel
Auto consol 13991-50 Lots 9-10 DP 3338 P Rickman - day care office
Lot 2 DP 221423 I & R Urquart - residential
Lot 1 DP 221423 E & J Taylor - residential
Lot 7 DP 663093 G & E Antic - residential
Lot B DP 342689 B & M Buckley - residential
Lot A DP 342689 E & J Gearing - residential
Lot 5 DP 667887 M Scott - residential
Lot A DP 917998 T Campbell - residential
Alice Street
Lot 1 DP 315489 N Andronicos - commercial
Lot 1 DP 827950 R & P Bussell - residential
River Street
Lot B DP 379289 P & S Cooper - residential
Lot A DP 379289 D Paul - residential
Showground
Morton Street east
residences
Railway property
Lot 3 DP 845620 SRA - residential lease (residence relocated)
0
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
each
300.00
2,000.00
1,500.00
300.00
300.00
600.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
2,000.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
300.00
0.00
4,000.00
3,000.00
600.00
600.00
1,200.00
600.00
600.00
600.00
600.00
600.00
600.00
4,000.00
600.00
600.00
600.00
600.00
600.00
600.00
600.00
600.00
600.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
0.00
1000.00
750.00
150.00
150.00
300.00
150.00
150.00
150.00
150.00
150.00
150.00
1000.00
150.00
150.00
150.00
150.00
150.00
150.00
150.00
150.00
150.00
0.00
5,000.00
3,750.00
750.00
750.00
1,500.00
750.00
750.00
750.00
750.00
750.00
750.00
5,000.00
750.00
750.00
750.00
750.00
750.00
750.00
750.00
750.00
750.00
2
2
each
each
300.00
300.00
600.00
600.00
25.0%
25.0%
150.00
150.00
750.00
750.00
2
2
2
each
each
each
300.00
300.00
5,000.00
600.00
600.00
10,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
150.00
150.00
2500.00
750.00
750.00
12,500.00
50
each
300.00
15,000.00
25.0%
3750.00
18,750.00
item
300.00
600.00
50,400.00
25.0%
150.00
12,600.00
750.00
63,000.00
Site monitoring
(distributed over the 3 road sections)
Noise
Ground vibration
Air pollution
Water quality
Vegetation protection
Fauna inspections
Heritage - aboriginal
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.33
0.33
1
0.33
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
13,500.00
13,500.00
2,500.00
5,000.00
4,000.00
2,000.00
5,000.00
4,500.00
4,500.00
833.33
1,666.67
1,333.33
2,000.00
1,666.67
16,500.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
1125.00
1125.00
208.33
416.67
333.33
500.00
416.67
4,125.00
5,625.00
5,625.00
1,041.67
2,083.33
1,666.67
2,500.00
2,083.33
20,625.00
5.2.2
5.2.2.1
a)
b)
c)
Erosion & sedimentation control

Temporary sediment control basins
Removal of sedimentation control structures
120
3
3
cu m
each
item
30.00
300.00
150.00
3,600.00
900.00
450.00
4,950.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
900.00
225.00
112.50
1,237.50
4,500.00
1,125.00
562.50
6,187.50
5.2.2.2
a)
Treat contaminated water & discharge water

sediment control structures
item
400.00
1,200.00
1,200.00
25.0%
300.00
300.00
1,500.00
1,500.00
5.2.2.3
a)
b)
Other temporary works

Installation & removal temporary drains and dykes
installation & removal Silt fencing
600
350
lin m
lin m
6.00
7.00
3,600.00
2,450.00
25.0%
25.0%
900.00
612.50
4,500.00
3,062.50
5.2.1.2
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
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c)
5.2.2.4
a)
b)
c)
d)
Hay bale silt traps
53
each
30.00
1,590.00
7,640.00
25.0%
397.50
1,910.00
1,987.50
9,550.00
Maintenance
Temporary sedimentation control basins
Temporary drains
Silt fencing
Hay bale silt traps
3
1
1
53
each
item
item
each
210.00
800.00
800.00
100.00
630.00
800.00
800.00
5,300.00
7,530.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
157.50
200.00
200.00
1325.00
1,882.50
787.50
1,000.00
1,000.00
6,625.00
9,412.50
600
1
1
cu m
item
item
45.00
1,200.00
1,000.00
27,000.00
1,200.00
1,000.00
29,200.00
117,420.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
6750.00
300.00
250.00
7,300.00
29,355.00
33,750.00
1,500.00
1,250.00
36,500.00
146,775.00
5.2.3
a)
b)
c)
Permanent Sediment/Chemical Spillage Control Basins

Cleaning of sedimentation control structures
5.3
5.3.1
INFRASTRUCTURE - NOISE MITIGATION

Properties
Gosport Street
Lot 16 DP 789779 The Council of Moree Plains - vacant
Lot 17 DP 789779 The Council of Moree Plains - Spa baths (mound)
Lot 12 Sec 25 DP 758706 Highlead P/L lease to Wongabindi P/L - Victoria Hotel
(thick glazing)
Lot A DP 380440 P Heffernan - commercial (thick glazing)
Lot 1 DP 619921 N Baird - commercial (thick glazing)
Lot 1 DP 731176 Cascades Theatre & Char Grill P/L - theatre, restaurant (thick glazing
Lot 1 DP 739394 E Hetherington - industrial (thick glazing)
Lot D DP 11464 B & K Stevens - commercial (thick glazing)
Lot 2 DP630418 P Lowrey - commercial (thick glazing)
Lot 1 DP 619087 P & H Brooks - commercial (thick glazing)
Auto consol 8147-209 Lots A, B & C DP 15663 P & H Brooks - commercial (thick glaze
Lot 2 DP 315499 N Andronicos -commercial (thick glazing)
Lot 1 DP 715478 M Cikota - Motel (thick glazing)
Auto consol 13991-50 Lots 9-10 DP 3338 P Rickman - day care office
Lot 2 DP 221423 I & R Urquart - residence
Lot 1 DP 221423 E & J Taylor - residence
Lot 7 DP 663093 G & E Antic - residence
Lot 1 DP 390187 K & G Berger - residence
Lot B DP 342689 B & M Buckley - residence
Lot A DP 342689 E & J Gearing - residence
Lot 5 DP 667887 M Scott - residence
Lot A DP 917998 T Campbell - residence
Alice Street
Lot 1 DP 315489 N Andronicos - shop
Lot 1 DP 827950 R & P Bussell - residence (thick glazing, insulation, air con)
River Street
Lot B DP 379289 P & S Cooper - residence
Lot A DP 379289 D Paul - residence
showground
Morton Street east
residences - minor impact (thick glazing)
residences - major impact (thick glazing, insulation, air con)
hotel (thick glazing)
Railway property
Lot 81 DP 1006136 State Rail authority - tennis courts (demolished)
Lot 3 DP 845620 SRA - residential lease (residence relocated)
Detention basin
Noise wall
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
k)
l)
m)
n)
o)
p)
q)
r)
s)
t)
v)
w)
a)
b)
a)
b)
c)
a)
b)
c)
a)
b)
a)
5.4
5.4.1
a)
INFRASTRUCTURE - FLOOD MITIGATION

Properties
Nil
5.5
5.5.1
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
INFRASTRUCTURE - EARTHWORKS
Clearing & grubbing
Tree removal
Wood chip mulching to stockpile
Disused pipe systems
Disused watermain
Disused sewer
Abandoned footpath
Salvage, haul, stockpile (near Woolstore) abandoned road pavement:
Gosport St
Gwydir Highway (Alice St)
Strip & dispose abandoned road surface course
Strip & dispose abandoned pavement:
Railway (to south & rear of tennis courts)
Gosport St lane
Morton St link
Abandoned pits
Abandoned headwall
h)
j)
j)
k)
5.5.2
a)
Topsoil
Strip, haul, stockpile topsoil for future use
5.5.3
a)
General earthworks
cut to fill
south of Gwydir Highway
north of Gwydir Highway (Bypass + detention basin)
b)
c)
d)
e)
cut to stockpile (adjacent Woolstore)

cut to spoil off site
Import fill
Unsuitable ground material (excavate, haul, dispose & import, place select fill)
0
1
1
item
item
item
2,000.00
15,000.00
30,000.00
0.00
15,000.00
30,000.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
0.00
3000.00
6000.00
0.00
18,000.00
36,000.00
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
2,000.00
2,000.00
10,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
20,000.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
10,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
20,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
400.00
400.00
2000.00
400.00
400.00
400.00
400.00
400.00
400.00
4000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
2,400.00
2,400.00
12,000.00
2,400.00
2,400.00
2,400.00
2,400.00
2,400.00
2,400.00
24,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0
1
item
item
2,000.00
15,000.00
0.00
15,000.00
20.0%
20.0%
0.00
3000.00
0.00
18,000.00
0
0
0
item
item
item
15,000.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
20
6
1
item
item
item
2,000.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
40,000.00
90,000.00
15,000.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
8000.00
18000.00
3000.00
48,000.00
108,000.00
18,000.00
0
0
item
item
300.00
300.00
0.00
0.00
20.0%
20.0%
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
648
sq m
300.00
194,400.00
445,400.00
20.0%
20.0%
38880.00
89,080.00
233,280.00
534,480.00
lin m
100.00
0.00
0.00
20.0%
20.0%
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
2
1
100
30
1
1
each
cu m
lin m
lin m
lin m
sq m
200.00
8.00
50.00
40.00
40.00
15.00
400.00
8.00
5,000.00
1,200.00
40.00
15.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
100.00
2.00
1250.00
300.00
10.00
3.75
500.00
10.00
6,250.00
1,500.00
50.00
18.75
120
180
2000
cu m
cu m
sq m
9.00
9.00
2.50
1,080.00
1,620.00
5,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
270.00
405.00
1250.00
1,350.00
2,025.00
6,250.00
975
120
81
2
6
sq m
sq m
sq m
each
each
10.00
10.00
10.00
1,000.00
500.00
9,750.00
1,200.00
810.00
2,000.00
3,000.00
31,123.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
2437.50
300.00
202.50
500.00
750.00
7,780.75
12,187.50
1,500.00
1,012.50
2,500.00
3,750.00
38,903.75
1620
cu m
5.00
8,100.00
8,100.00
30.0%
2430.00
2,430.00
10,530.00
10,530.00
5400
2200
7600
0
0
0
1000
8,600.00
cu m
cu m
cu m
cu m
cu m
cu m
cu m
6.00
15.00
15.00
20.00
35.00
45,600.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
35,000.00
80,600.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
11400.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
8750.00
20,150.00
57,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
43,750.00
100,750.00
5.5.4
a)
b)
Select material
Select material in select material zone (stripped road base from stockpile)
Select material in select material zone (imported)
300
5160
cu m
cu m
7.50
25.00
2,250.00
129,000.00
131,250.00
25.0%
25.0%
562.50
32250.00
32,812.50
2,812.50
161,250.00
164,062.50
5.5.5
a)
b)
Fabric
Geotextile supply and installation (subgrade, sub-pavement drains)
Geogrid supply and installation (PQ)
990
100
sq m
sq m
4.50
7.50
4,455.00
750.00
5,205.00
25.0%
25.0%
1113.75
187.50
1,301.25
5,568.75
937.50
6,506.25
5.5.6
a)
Dewatering
Dewatering
item
500.00
500.00
500.00
256,778.00
25.0%
125.00
125.00
64,599.50
625.00
625.00
321,377.50
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5.6
5.6.1
a)
b)
c)
INFRASTRUCTURE - DRAINAGE
Excavation
Excavation for stormwater drainage structures
Excavation for open drains
Unsuitable ground excavation and replacement
5.6.2
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
i)
Precast reinforced concrete pipes

375 diam RRJ Cl 3
450 diam RRJ Cl 3
525 diam RRJ Cl 3
600 diam RRJ Cl 3
675 diam RRJ Cl 3
750 diam RRJ Cl 3
900 diam RRJ Cl 3
1050 diam RRJ Cl 3
1200 diam RRJ Cl 3
1350 diam RRJ Cl 3
5.6.3
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
Minor concrete box culverts

300 x 600 RCBC
300 x 1200 RCBC
300 x 1500 RCBC
450 x 1200 RCBC
450 x 1500 RCBC
600 x 1800 RCBC
5.6.4
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
1490
1980
10
cu m
cu m
cu m
6.00
9.00
40.00
8,940.00
17,820.00
400.00
27,160.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
2235.00
4455.00
100.00
6,790.00
11,175.00
22,275.00
500.00
33,950.00
79
53
0
0
0
0
15
235
330
0
712
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
140.00
175.00
200.00
230.00
280.00
320.00
525.00
600.00
925.00
1,080.00
11,060.00
9,275.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
7,875.00
141,000.00
305,250.00
0.00
474,460.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
2765.00
2318.75
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
1968.75
35250.00
76312.50
0.00
118,615.00
13,825.00
11,593.75
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
9,843.75
176,250.00
381,562.50
0.00
593,075.00
50
0
0
0
18
330
398
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
330.00
660.00
830.00
720.00
900.00
1,260.00
16,500.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
16,200.00
415,800.00
448,500.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
4125.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
4050.00
103950.00
112,125.00
20,625.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
20,250.00
519,750.00
560,625.00
Drainage pits,structures
kerb inlet, heavy duty lintels (pipes)
kerb inlet, heavy duty lintels (culverts)
junction pit, heavy duty cover
grated pit
special
trench grate
25
3
4
1
2
380
each
each
each
each
each
lin m
2,700.00
8,000.00
8,000.00
2,500.00
10,000.00
250.00
67,500.00
24,000.00
32,000.00
2,500.00
20,000.00
95,000.00
241,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
16875.00
6000.00
8000.00
625.00
5000.00
23750.00
60,250.00
84,375.00
30,000.00
40,000.00
3,125.00
25,000.00
118,750.00
301,250.00
5.6.5
5.6.5.1
a)
b)
c)
Minor concrete headwalls

Inlet
450 diam
750 diam
1050 diam
16
0
0
each
each
each
750.00
1,000.00
1,500.00
12,000.00
0.00
0.00
12,000.00
20.0%
25.0%
25.0%
2400.00
0.00
0.00
2,400.00
14,400.00
0.00
0.00
14,400.00
5.6.5.2
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Outlet
450 diam
750 diam
1050 diam
1200 diam
1350 diam
16
0
0
0
3
each
each
each
each
each
750.00
1,000.00
1,500.00
2,500.00
2,500.00
12,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
7,500.00
19,500.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
3000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
1875.00
4,875.00
15,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
9,375.00
24,375.00
5.6.6
a)
Open drains
Concrete lining
250
lin m
60.00
15,000.00
15,000.00
25.0%
3750.00
3,750.00
18,750.00
18,750.00
5.6.7
a)
Minor rockfilled gabions & mattresses

300mm rockfilled mattress
72
sq m
65.00
4,680.00
4,680.00
25.0%
1170.00
1,170.00
5,850.00
5,850.00
5.6.8
Water Quality Infrastructure (at detention basin)

(excavation included in earthworks section)
Combined sedimatation and spill basin (upstream of detention basin)
Perimeter safety fence (around WQP only)
1
40
each
lin m
15,000.00
80.00
15,000.00
3,200.00
18,200.00
1,260,500.00
25.0%
25.0%
3750.00
800.00
4,550.00
314,525.00
18,750.00
4,000.00
22,750.00
1,575,025.00
a)
b)
25.0%
5.7
5.7.1
a)
b)
INFRASTRUCTURE - PAVEMENT
Lean-mix concrete subbase
175mm lean mix subbase
finish & cure
3180
18171
cu m
sq m
160.00
0.70
508,800.00
12,720.00
521,520.00
20.0%
20.0%
101760.00
2544.00
104,304.00
610,560.00
15,264.00
625,824.00
5.7.2
a)
b)
c)
Asphalt
150 mm (2x75) DG 20
50 mm DG 14
50 mm min. DG 14 overlay, variable correction + wearing (80mm average)
6050
2020
40
tonne
tonne
tonne
160.00
180.00
200.00
968,000.00
363,600.00
8,000.00
1,339,600.00
20.0%
20.0%
25.0%
193600.00
72720.00
2000.00
268,320.00
1,161,600.00
436,320.00
10,000.00
1,607,920.00
5.7.3
a)
Cold milling
Gwydir Hwy
30
lin m
12.00
360.00
360.00
25.0%
90.00
90.00
450.00
450.00
5.7.4
a)
b)
Subgrade & sub-pavement drainage

100 mm subsoil & filter backfill
cleanouts & inspection covers
450
10
lin m
each
30.00
100.00
13,500.00
1,000.00
14,500.00
1,875,980.00
25.0%
25.0%
3375.00
250.00
3,625.00
376,339.00
16,875.00
1,250.00
18,125.00
2,252,319.00
5.8
5.8.1
5.8.1.1
a)
INFRASTRUCTURE - STRUCTURES
Bridges
Mehi River Bridge
Composite Substructure & Superstructure (length150m, width 10m)
20.1%
sq m
2,000.00
0.00
0.00
20.0%
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
Major drainage structures

Detention basin early storage/water quality/spillage chamber
255
sq m
1,500.00
382,104.00
382,104.00
25.0%
95526.00
95,526.00
477,630.00
477,630.00
5.8.3
5.8.3.1
a)
Reinforced soil walls

Design
Supplier design
15%
item
0.00
0.00
0.00
20.0%
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
5.8.3.2
b)
Construction
Supply and installation
sq m
275.00
0.00
0.00
20.0%
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
Retaining walls
Wall #1
sq m
300.00
0.00
0.00
382,104.00
20.0%
0.00
0.00
95,526.00
0.00
0.00
477,630.00
30,000.00
30,000.00
15.0%
4500.00
4,500.00
34,500.00
34,500.00
5.8.2
a)
5.8.4
a)
5.9
25.0%
INFRASTRUCTURE - LOCAL ROADS
5.9.1
a)
Gosport Street - Anne Street

Road pavement
5.9.2
River Street - Morton Street
Moree_PREFERr2.XLS
Item
30,000.00
24/04/2001
4 of 6
Road pavement link
Item
30,000.00
30,000.00
30,000.00
15.0%
4500.00
4,500.00
34,500.00
34,500.00
5.9.3
a)
a)
Morton Street - Oak Lane north link

Road pavement link
Item
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
15.0%
1500.00
1,500.00
11,500.00
11,500.00
5.9.4
a)
Railway station precinct

Relocated carpark
Item
150,000.00
150,000.00
150,000.00
220,000.00
15.0%
22500.00
22,500.00
33,000.00
172,500.00
172,500.00
253,000.00
5.10
5.10.1
5.10.1.2
a)
INFRASTRUCTURE - URBAN DESIGN & LANDSCAPING

Urban design
Spa baths area
Display
5.10.1.4 Gosport Street north

a)
Basin/park
15.0%
Item
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
15.0%
1500.00
1,500.00
11,500.00
11,500.00
Item
2,000.00
2,000.00
2,000.00
15.0%
300.00
300.00
2,300.00
2,300.00
5.10.2
5.10.2.1
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Landscaping
Spa baths area
site preparation
advanced stock
theme trees
maintain
1800
300
10
1000
1
sq m
each
each
sq m
item
1.00
50.00
8,000.00
5.50
2,000.00
1,800.00
15,000.00
80,000.00
5,500.00
2,000.00
104,300.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
360.00
3000.00
16000.00
1100.00
400.00
20,860.00
2,160.00
18,000.00
96,000.00
6,600.00
2,400.00
125,160.00
5.10.2.2
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Gosport St basin
site preparation
advanced stock
theme trees
maintain
7200
100
10
1000
1
sq m
each
each
sq m
item
1.00
50.00
8,000.00
5.50
2,000.00
7,200.00
5,000.00
80,000.00
5,500.00
2,000.00
99,700.00
216,000.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
19.7%
1440.00
1000.00
16000.00
1100.00
400.00
19,940.00
42,600.00
8,640.00
6,000.00
96,000.00
6,600.00
2,400.00
119,640.00
258,600.00
5.11
5.11.1
a)
b)
c)
d)
INFRASTRUCTURE - MISCELLANEOUS
Demolition
Gosport Street
Lot 1 DP855832 R 7 P Russell - commercial
Lot E DP 363918 K & T Bella - residential
Lot D DP 363918 HRM QE2 Police Dept - residential
Lot 3 DP 664162 D Berger - residential
Lot B DP 356257 K & G Berger - residential
Lot A DP 356257 M Berger - residential
River Street
Lot A DP 373511 K Mead - residential
Lot B DP 373511 E Smith - residential
Lot 1 DP839694 Aboriginal Corp - residential
Railway
Lot 82 DP 1006136 RSA - former railway booking office
Lot 81 DP 1006136 RSA - tennis court side shed
Lot 8 DP 825743 SRA - residential
Lot 3 DP 845620 SRA - residential lease
5.11.2
a)
b)
c)
Minor concrete works

island infill (include bedding, feature surface treatment)
SA kerb
SF kerb
340
1120
240
sq m
lin m
lin m
50.00
45.00
25.00
17,000.00
50,400.00
6,000.00
73,400.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
3400.00
10080.00
1200.00
14,680.00
20,400.00
60,480.00
7,200.00
88,080.00
5.11.3
a)
UPVC ducts
150 mm conduit
150
lin m
30.00
4,500.00
4,500.00
20.0%
900.00
900.00
5,400.00
5,400.00
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
a)
b)
c)
5.11.4 Road furniture, marking & signposting

5.11.4.1 Guide posts
a)
guide posts
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
item
item
item
item
item
item
item
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
2,500.00
2,500.00
2,500.00
2,500.00
2,500.00
2,500.00
2,500.00
12,500.00
12,500.00
12,500.00
12,500.00
12,500.00
12,500.00
12,500.00
1
1
1
item
item
item
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
2,500.00
2,500.00
2,500.00
12,500.00
12,500.00
12,500.00
1
1
1
1
item
item
item
item
20,000.00
100.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
20,000.00
100.00
10,000.00
10,000.00
140,100.00
20.0%
20.0%
25.0%
25.0%
4000.00
20.00
2,500.00
2,500.00
34,020.00
24,000.00
120.00
12,500.00
12,500.00
174,120.00
each
30.00
240.00
240.00
20.0%
48.00
48.00
288.00
288.00
5.11.4.2 Safety barriers

a)
steel guard fence
600
lin m
85.00
51,000.00
51,000.00
20.0%
10200.00
10,200.00
61,200.00
61,200.00
5.11.4.3
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
1230
900
50
1160
300
lin m
lin m
lin m
lin m
sq m
1.50
2.50
1.80
1.20
75.00
1,845.00
2,250.00
90.00
1,392.00
22,500.00
28,077.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
369.00
450.00
18.00
278.40
4500.00
5,615.40
2,214.00
2,700.00
108.00
1,670.40
27,000.00
33,692.40
284
each
8.00
2,272.00
2,272.00
20.0%
454.40
454.40
2,726.40
2,726.40
4
4
4
4
6
each
each
each
each
each
30,000.00
15,000.00
1,000.00
200.00
250.00
120,000.00
60,000.00
4,000.00
800.00
1,500.00
186,300.00
267,889.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
24000.00
12000.00
800.00
160.00
300.00
37,260.00
53,577.80
144,000.00
72,000.00
4,800.00
960.00
1,800.00
223,560.00
321,466.80
Pavement marking
edge line (paint)
barrier line
continuous line
broken line
chevrons
5.11.4.4 Pavement markers

a)
raised pavement markers
5.11.4.5
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Signposting
advance directional
directional
directional small
warning
hazard boards
5.11.5
5.11.5.1
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Street lighting
Gwydir Highway intersection
Supply & lay UPVC Conduit/Cable
cable pits
control cabinet
Concrete plinth for light column
Lighting column and fittings
700
8
1
32
32
lin m
each
each
each
each
30.00
200.00
9,500.00
1,000.00
1,500.00
21,000.00
1,600.00
9,500.00
32,000.00
48,000.00
112,100.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
4200.00
320.00
1900.00
6400.00
9600.00
22,420.00
25,200.00
1,920.00
11,400.00
38,400.00
57,600.00
134,520.00
5.11.6
a)
Fencing
rural boundary fence
400
lin m
30.00
12,000.00
12,000.00
15.0%
15.0%
1800.00
1,800.00
13,800.00
13,800.00
5.11.7
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
Vegetation
spray weeds with herbicide
Load, haul, place topsoil on verges/basin
hydroseeding
straw mulch
spray with bitumen
lining with jute mesh
watering
1000
10320
10320
10320
10320
100
1
sq m
sq m
sq m
sq m
sq m
lin m
item
0.50
2.50
0.50
0.30
0.50
3.50
1,600.00
500.00
25,800.00
5,160.00
3,096.00
5,160.00
350.00
1,600.00
41,666.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
100.00
5160.00
1032.00
619.20
1032.00
70.00
320.00
8,333.20
600.00
30,960.00
6,192.00
3,715.20
6,192.00
420.00
1,920.00
49,999.20
Sub toatal 5.11.4
Moree_PREFERr2.XLS
24/04/2001
5 of 6
5.11.8
5.11.8.1
a)
b)
Property adjustment works

Lot 80 DP 1006136 RSA - purchased for relocated rail workshops
relocate workshops
New gravel access & hardstand
5.11.8.2
a)
b)
c)
d)
Lot 3 DP 845620 residential relocated to Lot 3 DP 829660 (former SRA lot)

Relocate residence & sheds
Connect services
Install boundary fence & gate
Provide driveway
5.11.8.3 Lot 5 Sec 31 DP 758706 K & G Berger - residential

a)
Install boundary fence
5.11.8.4 Lot 2 DP 600610 Jonenderbee Investments P/L - former Woolstore
a)
Install boundary fence
1
1
Item
Item
40,000.00
15,000.00
40,000.00
15,000.00
55,000.00
20.0%
20.0%
8000.00
3000.00
11,000.00
48,000.00
18,000.00
66,000.00
1
1
100
1
Item
Item
Item
Item
60,000.00
1,500.00
30.00
1,000.00
60,000.00
1,500.00
3,000.00
1,000.00
65,500.00
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
20.0%
12000.00
300.00
600.00
200.00
13,100.00
72,000.00
1,800.00
3,600.00
1,200.00
78,600.00
60
Item
30.00
1,800.00
1,800.00
20.0%
360.00
360.00
2,160.00
2,160.00
190
Item
30.00
5,700.00
5,700.00
128,000.00
20.0%
20.0%
1140.00
1,140.00
25,600.00
6,840.00
6,840.00
153,600.00
280,000.00
150,000.00
430,000.00
20.0%
25.0%
21.7%
56000.00
37500.00
93,500.00
336,000.00
187,500.00
523,500.00
1,209,655.00
21.1%
254,831.00
1,464,486.00
5,000.00
5,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
1250.00
1,250.00
6,250.00
6,250.00
Sub toatal 5.11.8

5.11.9
a)
b)
6.0
a)
Rail/Road Traffic Signals (Gwydir Highway intersection)

Install coordinated traffic signals
Rail infrastructure modifications
HANDOVER
Modify signage
Moree_PREFERr2.XLS
1
1
item
item
item
280,000.00
150,000.00
5,000.00
24/04/2001
6 of 6
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South Urban Sect Summary
MOREE BYPASS
BASE CASE OPTION (Gosport Street Preferred Option) - Southern Urban Section
Southern Urban Section Estimate Summary
(Ch 00 to Ch 1020)
Item
1.0
1.1
1.2
1.3
Project Development
2.0
2.1
2.2
2.3

Estimate ($)
(excluding
contingency)
Contingency
Amount ($)
Estimate ($)
(including
contingency)
% of Total
Estimate
Sub total
$333,333.33
$66,666.67
$6,666.67
$406,666.67
28%
28%
28%
28.0%
$93,333.33
$18,666.67
$1,866.67
$113,866.67
$426,666.67
$85,333.33
$8,533.33
$520,533.33
9.0%
Sub total
$116,666.67
$26,666.67
$2,666.67
$146,000.00
28%
28%
28%
28.0%
$32,666.67
$7,466.67
$746.67
$40,880.00
$149,333.33
$34,133.33
$3,413.33
$186,880.00
3.2%
Sub total
$16,666.67
$53,000.00
$0.00
$16,666.67
$1,666.67
$88,000.00
28%
25.0%
-15.0%
28%
28%
26.2%
$4,666.67
$13,250.00
$0.00
$4,666.67
$466.67
$23,050.00
$21,333.33
$66,250.00
$0.00
$21,333.33
$2,133.33
$111,050.00
1.9%
Sub total
$354,621.58
$35,462.16
$3,546.22
$393,629.95
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
35.0%
$124,117.55
$12,411.76
$1,241.18
$137,770.48
$478,739.13
$47,873.91
$4,787.39
$531,400.43
9.2%
5.0 Construction
Sub total
$215,283.33
$56,758.33
$226,000.00
$0.00
$249,383.00
$115,290.00
$1,668,460.00
$0.00
$54,000.00
$108,500.00
$412,313.50
$186,359.29
$62,119.76
$6,211.98
$3,360,679.20
30.0%
25.0%
25.0%
20.0%
25.0%
25.0%
20.1%
20.0%
15.0%
19.8%
20.6%
25%
25%
25%
22.0%
$64,585.00
$14,189.58
$56,500.00
$0.00
$62,414.50
$28,822.50
$334,829.00
$0.00
$8,100.00
$21,450.00
$84,909.10
$46,589.82
$15,529.94
$1,552.99
$739,472.44
$279,868.33
$70,947.92
$282,500.00
$0.00
$311,797.50
$144,112.50
$2,003,289.00
$0.00
$62,100.00
$129,950.00
$497,222.60
$232,949.11
$77,649.70
$7,764.97
$4,100,151.64
70.9%
$163,000.00
$100,000.00
$1,000.00
$1,000.00
$265,000.00
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
25.0%
$40,750.00
$25,000.00
$250.00
$250.00
$66,250.00
$203,750.00
$125,000.00
$1,250.00
$1,250.00
$331,250.00
$4,659,975.82
24.1%
$1,121,289.59
$5,781,265.41

4.0
4.1
4.2
4.3
6.0
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4

Adjust Utilities
Handover
Refurbish Frome Street south
Sub total
5.7%
100.0%
$5.79
4.2.1 Urban South
REALITY CHECK - Southern urban section

Tee intersection upgrade + two lanes only in Gosport St
Infrastrucutre construction
Length of project
Pavement area
Area of structures
- bridges
- major culverts
Earthworks (cut to fill + cut to spoil)
Earthworks (Select)
Moree_PREFERr2.XLS
Sheet South Urban Sect Summary
Unit
Unit
Unit
(cost per unit)
Comment
km
km
m2
1.02
3.35
15440
$5.68
$1.73
$129.75
Project cost/km
m2
m2
m3
m3
m3
0
0
9000
4680
1000
0.00
0.00
$10.13
$25.50
$43.75

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P P E N D I X
6.4
CHAPTER 0
Estimate Concurrence Checklist (DRAFT INITIAL CONCEPT ESTIMATE)
Project:
SH17 Newell Highway. Moree Bypass

Task/Activity
Verification
! - Yes
x - No
N/A
Evidence
File Ref/Remark
Y
Y
Scope Report
Scope Report
Attached
Attached
Scope Report
Attached
Process: Items to be included with an estimate

being submitted for concurrence
Description of Project and Background
A3 copies of plans, longitudinal sections and typical or
critical cross sections.
Aerial photos of the project showing the alignment
option to gain an appreciation of the terrain /
topography.
Relevant extracts of EIS (Summary and Issues
Volume) or extracts of the REF
Copy of EIS determination/DUAP Conditions
Geotechnical Reports
A3 copy of Concept or Draft General Arrangement
Drawings for major structures.
Hard copy of Estimate including Summary Sheet with
reality check data for comparison with similar projects.
Electronic copy of estimate or spreadsheets including
Summary Sheet.
List of assumptions in the estimate and how they have
been covered.
List of critical, high risk and potentially difficult items
in the estimate and how they have been addressed.
Staging or methodology issues that may affect estimate
and how they have been addressed.
Relevant contingency included for the type of estimate
submitted.
Carry out a risk assessment on high risk items in the
construction component of the estimate.
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Not yet developed
Attached
E-mail to Mark Andrew
Scope Report
Risk Plan & Scope

Report
Scope Report
Y
Y
Y
Risk Plan
Attached

Signed:.............................................................................
Date: ..........................................
Project Manager
Comments:
This estimate submission is for the Draft Initial Concept Estimate for Moree Bypass. Following concurrence and approval of
the estimate, further discussions will be held involving Western Region, RNI and DoTRS to finalise the scope of the works. In
particular, the intersection treatments at each end of the project and the possible extension of the works to the south will be
discussed. The attached Base Estimate is to be used to facilitate those discussions. Once the scope is agreed, the Initial
Concept Estimate will be adjusted accordingly and re-submitted for further concurrence.
Document No: RTA-CSD-PMS-PR-P-91-F1..........
Issue 1.1
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P P E N D I X
6.5

ACCEPTANCE FORM
CHAPTER 0

PROJECT:
PROJECT No.:
ROAD No:
LOCATION:
REGION/ OFFICE:
ESTIMATE OF COST:
ESTIMATE STATUS:
DATE:
Moree Bypass (Gosport Street Option)

60621
SH17 Newell Highway
Moree, NSW
Western Region (Parkes)
Initial Concept Estimates for 6 Scope Options
Draft
26 March 2001
The option estimates for this project have been prepared in accordance with the
Scope, Estimating and Cost Control for Development Projects Guidelines. The details
of the scope and estimate and proposed program of works are attached.
Preparation of
Project Estimate
Name: Max Annandappa..........................................

Position:..Project Manager, Western Region
I recommend that the option estimates be approved in the following amounts ($2001):
Base Estimate (Low Speed Connections at Each End)
Base Option plus Bullus Drive
Base plus High SpeedSouthern Connection Option
Base plus High Speed Southern Connection Option plus Bullus Drive
Base plus High Speed Northern Connection Option
Base Estimate (4 lanes in South Urban Section)
$29.76M
$31.22M
$30.00M
$31.44M
$31.40M
$32.07M
Project Manager
Date:
Estimate Review
The option estimates have been reviewed on the basis of the outlined project scope
and other relevant information.
I recommend that the option estimates be established as ($2001):
(Comments attached)
$29.76M
$31.22M
$30.00M
$31.44M
$31.40M
$32.07M

Date:
Estimate
Concurrence
On the basis of the information provided, concurrence is given to the option estimates in the
following amounts ($2001):
$29.76M
$31.22M
$30.00M
$31.44M
$31.40M
$32.07M
General Manager
Date:
I approve the Initial Concept Option Estimates in the following amounts ($2001):
Recommended Option Base plus High Speed Connections (North & South)
PLUS Bullus Drive Upgrade
$29.76M
$31.22M
$30.00M
$31.44M
$31.40M
$32.07M
$33.00M
Based on construction start in 2002/03, and 1%pa rise in the RCI, and annual allocations of
$1M (01/02), $17M (02/03) and $13M (03/04), the $OT estimate for the recommended option
for this project is $34M.
Regional Manager, Western Region

Date:
I accept the Initial Concept Estimate of $34M ($OT) and approve the Project Budget as
$34M.
Director
Date:
H A P T E R
DETAILED ESTIMATE
CHAPTER0
7.1 Summary
This chapter sets down the process for preparataion of a Detailed
Estimate.
7.2 Overview
There are 4 key stages to the preparation of a Detailed Estimate. these
are:
Preliminary Stage (or Interrogative Stage);

Project Appreciation Stage;


Manager, to ensure that proper knowledge and resources are available
and applied to the preparation of the estimate.
7.3 Preliminary Stage

The following flow diagram indicates the activities that will be
undertaken in this interrogative stage:
Detailed Estimate
7-1
Preliminary or Interrogative Stage

Check Scope
Definition
Check drawings
Check contracting
strategy
Programme
Estimate
Examine and
Obtain data
List
subcontractors
Preliminary
construction
programme
Send enquiries
List materials
Take off quantities

This activity is essential to the success of the preparation of the
estimate. Approximately 2 weeks should be allowed for the preparation
of a Detailed Estimate (assuming that all information is avaialble).

include:
7-2
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computer generated quantities, property valuations, handover

A project devlopment programme is to be prepared. This should
7.3.4 Significant Components

The estimator will be aware of likely significant components within the
project estimate (for example, on a road project the concrete or asphalt
sub-base and base; on a bridge project reinforcement and structural
concrete).
The estimator may seek quotations (verbally or in writing) from local
suppliers or subcontractors for these components. Written quotations
should be kept in the estimate files; verbal quotations should be
recorded (a convenient form for recording verbal quotations is included
in Appendix 7.2).
7.3.5 Quantities
Quantities are either provided in computer generated form, direct from
the design, or taken-off by the estimator.
Where quantities are provided by computer aided design packages, care
must be taken that the program is actually producing the correct output.
Problems have been discovered in the past where (for example):
earthworks quantities have been generated assuming a flat
horizontal surface plane where a dual carriageway is at split level;
earthworks quantities have been generated without allowance for
topsoil;
fill quantities have been incorrect, without allowance for the
reduction in fill due to the road pavement; and

Detailed Estimate
7-3
pavement quantities have been incorrect, as the wrong centreline

for the superficial area calculation has been wrong.
7.4 Project Appreciation Stage

The following diagram indicates the activities that will be undertaken
in this project appreciation stage:
Project Appreciation Stage

A
Complete
information
gathering
Site visit
Plant selection
G
Determine
resources and
construction
method
Pre-tender
construction
programme
7.4.1 Site Visit

unfamiliar with the project. Appendix 7.3 gives a checklist of the
significant items to be considered.

estimator is to determine the probable construction methods that will
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be adopted by the successful tenderer, together with the likely plant..

For example, in a roadworks project, will the earthworks be by scraper
or dozer and truck?
7.4.3 Pre-tender Construction Programme

From the methods assumed for significant items and historical
productivities, a pre-tender construction programme is established.
This will confirm the preliminary programme established earlier in the
process.

The following diagram indicates the activities that will be iundertaken
for any item that is to be estimated from first principles:

Detailed Estimate
7-5
Price Establishment Stage (part 1)

F
Plant costs
K
Operating costs
Plant rates
included in direct
costs
Labour costs
inclusive of all
labour related on
costs
Labour costs
Subcontract costs
ReviewQuotations
Add allowances
Material costs
Build up of unit rates
7.5.1 Plant Costs

Plant costs will be calculated, together with an estimate of operating
costs.
7.5.2 Labour Costs

All-in labour costs will be calculated.
7.5.3 Quotations
Quotations received from subcontractors and suppliers will be studied
and adjusted to allow for missing items. For example, allowance will
be made for escalation if required.
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7.5.4 Built-Up Unit Rates

At this stage, a number of built-up unit rates will have been calculated.
It is often helpful in later reviews and investigations if a common
format and calculation be used for establishing first principles rates.
The estimate establishment stage continues as shown in the following
diagram:
Estimate Establishment Stage (Part 2)

Plant erection and
transport
Labour costs not in

directs
Compile indirect
costs
Contingency
calculation
Total and review
Complete unit
rates
Compile direct
cost
(quantities x rates)
Risk calculation
Opportunity
calculation
Compile Project
Devlopm ent costs
Compile Detailed
Investigation &
Design costs
Compile Property
Acquisition costs
Compile handover
costs
7.5.5 Direct Cost Estimate

The direct cost estimate is calculated, by multiplying the quantities by
direct cost rates. The rates used may be (for significant items) those
calculated earlier in the process of preparation of the estimate, or
deduced from historical data.

Detailed Estimate
7-7
7.5.6 Indirect Cost Estimate

Reference to the pre-tender construction programme will establish the
likely duration of the construction activities. This may then be used to
calculate the indirect costs.
Items to be considered (where not in the direct cost) include:
Site management salaries and allowances (travel,
accommodation, superannuation);
Temporary facilities (offices, sheds, utilities, communications);
Labour not included within the direct cost (attendant labour,
surveyors);
Plant not included within the direct cost (float to and from site,
scaffolding);
Consumable tools and equipment;
Finance charges, legal fees, insurances & excesses, security
bonds.
Special attention should be paid to certain items, to ensure adequate

allowance is made for:
Design fees and other consultant costs (in the case of a design and
construct delivery mechanism); and
The contractors allowance for non-recoverable escalation
(dependent upon the commercial delivery strategy).
7.5.7 Contractors overheads, risk and margin

To the sum of the indirect cost and the direct cost (cost) must be
added the contractors overheads, risk and margin.
Overheads refers to the contractors home office (corporate) overheads.
In the absence of any other data, 5% of the cost should be allowed.
Risk refers to the contractors allowance for its perceived net risk (after
consideration of all risks and opportunities) in the project.
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Depending on the commercial strategy of the project, risks and

opportunities may include:
Design risk;
Quantities risk;
Rates risk;
Errors & omissions risk;
Market risk;
etc.
In the absence of any other data, an amount in the range of 3%

(schedule of rates delivery method) to 10% (design & cosntruct
delivery method) of the cost should be allowed.
Profit is the amount that the contractor anticipates it will make in profit
after all costs have been paid. In the absence of any other data, an
amount in the range of 3% (competitive market) to 5% of the cost
should be allowed.

Project Devlopment costs are defined in Chapter 4. At the time of
preparation of a Detailed Estimate, these costs have probably been
incurred and may be determined from the project ledger.

Detailed investigation and Design Costs are defined in Chapter 4. At
the time of preparation of a Detailed Estimate, these costs have mostly
been incurred and may be determined from the project ledger.
However, allowance must be made for the remaining costs.
7.5.10 Property Acquistion Costs


Detailed Estimate
7-9
7.5.11 Handover Costs

Handover costs are defined in Chapter 4. A detailed estimate of these

It is mandatory that a risk analysis be prepared for detailed cost

estimates.
7.5.13 Contingency
project estimate. At detailed estimate stage, contingencies in the range
be justified.
7.6 Review
procedure, the Project Manager should arrrange a review of the
estimate.
This should follow a structured format and be documented. A sample
estimate review sheet is attached at Appendix 7.5.
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Chapter 7


All detailed estimates are the subject of Concurrence, approval and
acceptance.
Responsibilities are detailed in Chapter 2.
The procedure is datailed in the following charts:

Detailed Estimate
7-11

PROCESS MAP
Project Manager
Start
*
*
Plans
Project Manager
List
Key Assumptions
Project
Manager/Client
Representative
Project Manager
Project Manager

Concept - Longitudinal Section, Critical Sections.
Typical Cross Sections (Cut/Fill), Most Utilities.
Detailed - Full set of plans including longitudinal
section, cross sections, Utilities locations clearly
marked.

Scope
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
Limit of work,
Design Standards,
Section Staging,
Pavement,
Newor rehab,
Deviation,
Property affect,
Geotech,
Unusual features.

List
Known Risks
Prepare Estimate
in standard format
Project Manager
Provide
Reality Checks
Project
Manager/Senior
Project Manager
Sign Off
(preparation)
Project Manager
Is

*
$/m3 earthwork
*
$/m2 Pavement
*
$/ lane km
NO

Information to be submitted with
the estimate for a concurrence
check:
*
Estimate Type
*
Plans
*
Scope
*
Key assumptions
*
Known risks
*
Reality check
YES
Project Manager
Submit estimate for

Manager, PMO
7-12
Chapter 7


PROCESS MAP

estimate / details
Estimator, PMO

acceptable ?
NO
YES
Estimator, PMO
General Manager,
PMO
Estimator, PMO
Sign Off
(Concurrence Check)
Sign Off
(Concurrence)
Return estimate and

GM, PMO Concurrence
Project Manager

Branch/Regional Manager $5m - $50m
Client
Representative

NO
YES
Client
Representative
Client

acceptance
*Estimate accepted
Appendix 7.6 contains a sample Detailed Cost Estimate Report

submitted for Concurrence,
Acceptance and Approval.
FINISH
Detailed Estimate
7-13
Appendix 7.6 contains a sample detailed estimate report, to be

submitted for concurrence, approval and acceptance of the detailed cost
estimate.
Appendix 7.7 contains the Verfification Checklist, to be submitted for
concurrence, approval and acceptance of the detailed cost estimate.
be submitted for concurrence, approval and acceptance of the detailed
cost estimate.
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P P E N D I X
7.1
CHAPTER0
DETAILED ESTIMATE SCOPE
MR 635 OLD WINDSOR ROAD AND

MR184 - WINDSOR ROAD
SUNNYHOLT ROAD TO MERRIVILLE ROAD
STANHOPE GARDENS
MR 635 - OLD WINDSOR ROAD AND MR184 - WINDSOR

ROAD
CONTENTS
1
Summary ................................................................................................................1
Scope......................................................................................................................1
Key assumptions ....................................................................................................3
MR 635 - OLD WINDSOR ROAD AND MR 184 - WINDSOR ROAD

1 SUMMARY
A detailed estimate is to be prepared for the Project.
The estimate will be based on the Detailed Design (part complete) dated February 2001,
Concept Design dated January 2001 and draft Review of Environmental Factors (REF) dated
December 2000.
2 SCOPE
The following information provides a description of the scope of work:
Location
The Project is located between the Sunnyholt Road on Old Windsor Road and 300m north of
Merriville Road on Windsor Road. It is located within both the City of Blacktown (western
side) and Baulkham Hills Shire (eastern side).
ROADLOC Reference
Old Windsor Road
Start: 0000635/0120/A/0.150
Finish: 0000635/0120/A/1.950
Windsor Road
Start: 0000184/0230/A/0.000
Finish: 0000184/0230/A/0.782
Limits of Work
The work extends from the Old Windsor Road / Sunnyholt Road intersection and extends
northwards along Old Windsor Road and then Windsor Road to 300m north of the intersection
of Windsor Road and Merriville Road.
Length: 2,700m.
The work is shown on the Concept Design Plan attached in Appendix B.
Design Drawings
Concept Drawing No.0635.040.CD.0001 (attached to the REF)
Detail Design Drawing 0635.040.RC.2501 (Sunnyholt Road to Caddies Creek)
* Note: Detail Design of the next section from Caddies Creek to north of Merriville Road is not
yet complete.
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Type of Construction
Reconstruction and widening on a new and existing alignment, with the Old Windsor Road
portion being on new alignment slightly to west of existing and the Windsor Road portion
being widened on the existing Windsor Road alignment.
Cross Section & Design
Divided carriageway with two 3.25m wide lanes in each direction along Old Windsor Road
and then three 3.25m wide lanes in each direction from 200m south of the Old Windsor Road /
Windsor Road intersection to the northern limit of the work. A shoulder, 1.5m wide is provided
on each carriageway on Old Windsor Road plus a 1.5m verge in fill areas or a 1.0m SO gutter
in cut areas. Median width is 4.5m minimum up to 9.0m.
On Windsor Road a 1.5m shoulder has been allowed in the southbound direction along with
0.7m wide SA kerb and gutter on both sides.
Turn lanes of 3.0m are provided at the Samantha Riley Drive, Windsor Road and Merriville
Road intersections. Provision for double right turns is incorporated at all intersections plus a
double left turn out of Samantha Riley Drive (east) into Old Windsor Road (south) and
Windsor Road (south) into Windsor Road (east)
A 3.0m off road shared pedestrian / cycle path has been provided on the western side of the
new road.
New traffic signals are to be provided at the Samantha Riley Drive / Old Windsor Road and
Old Windsor Road / Windsor Road intersections. Reconstruction of existing traffic signals is
to be undertaken at the Merriville Road / Windsor Road intersection.
Pavement Design
The pavement design is 185mm of asphalt over 240mm of lean mix concrete over 300mm of
select material zone.
Major Structures
A 14m extension to an existing 5 cell box culvert over Caddies Creek on Old Windsor Road
forms part of the work.
Property Affected
Property acquisition requirements are outlined in Appendix C of the Concept Engineering
Design Report.
Acquisitions are required for 4 properties along the Windsor Road section of the project:
Villaworld and the James Ruse Hotel on the west and the Muir property and Sydney Water
property on the east.
Combined acquisitions for the road widening and transitway project are required to the north of
the Old Windsor Road / Windsor Road intersection on the eastern side (Muir and Sydney
Water properties). Only costs associated with the road widening will be included in the
estimate.
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Public Utilities
The public utility impacts are outlined in the Public Utility Impact Report. Potential impacts
are on overhead electrical services of Integral Energy, underground watermains of Sydney
Water (generally road crossings), underground gas mains and a regulator of AGL and major
underground telecommunications cables of Telstra and Optus. The Telstra cables are
particularly significant coming out of the Kellyville exchange with 2 separate 2400 pair cables,
one on each side of the road, plus optical fibre and smaller cable is being affected.
Physical Constraints
Heritage section of Old Windsor Road on eastern side of corridor
Prescribed dam upstream of Caddies Creek on western side of corridor
Stanhope Gardens residential subdivision on western side of corridor
Trunk water, gas and telecommunications utility services along western side of corridor.
Existing Old Windsor and Windsor Roads and the need to maintain traffic flow.
Commercial businesses along Windsor Road between Old Windsor Road and Merriville
Road (eastern side)
Commercial businesses along Windsor Road adjacent to Merriville Road intersection.
Environmental Constraints
A number of heritage sites are present in the area, in particular sections of the existing Old
Windsor Road and historic boundary markers.
Effects of noise and vibration on nearby residences
Sensitivity of the creek and watercourses areas to development
Need to maintain or improve the visual amenity along the upgraded route
Geotechnical Issues
The ground conditions, particularly at creek areas, may be susceptible to poor subsurface
conditions leading to significant quantities of unsuitable earthworks material.
Poor existing subgrade will require importation of select and upper zone of formation
material to provide a suitable foundation for pavement layers.
3 KEY ASSUMPTIONS/COMMENTS
The project will be undertaken in two adjoining construction packages roughly each of
1.3km.
Utility adjustments can be undertaken in advance of roadworks, particularly on the northern

contract
Property acquisitions, or, initially at least, leases over land, will be undertaken so as to have
necessary portions of land available prior to construction requirements including those for
utility adjustments.
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P P E N D I X
7.2
SAMPLE VERBAL QUOTATION RECORD
CHAPTER0
QUOTATION RECEIVED BY TELEPHONE
Firm: .................................................................... Contact: .............................. Phone No.: ...............................

Job:
.......................................................................................................................................................................
Service / Goods: ......................................................................................................................................................

Lump sum $ ......................................................
Included:
Item No
Time for Completion: ..........................................................
.............................................................................................................................................................
Description
EXCLUSIONS / QUALIFICATIONS:
Unit
Quantity
Rate
_______________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Quotation received by: ..............................................................................................................................................
/
/ 200
Time:
AM/PM
P P E N D I X
7.3
SAMPLE SITE VISIT CHECKLIST
CHAPTER0
Site Visit Checklist & Record

Project
Tender No :
Location
Visit Date :
1. ACCESS TO SITE
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
Nearest railhead
Nearest port
Nearest airport
Nearest centre or town
Access roads to site
i) Existing roads
ii) New temporary roads required
iii) Cost of new work
f) Limitations load limits, clearances, etc
2. NATURE OF SITE
a)
b)
c)
General description
Altitude
Weather and climate
i) Rainfall
ii) Temperature
iii) Winds
iv) Seasons and storm exposure
d) River information
i) Normal level
ii) Normal velocity
iii) Flood levels and frequencies
iv) Maximum flood velocity
v) Debris
vi) Damage potential
Site Visit Checklist.doc
Important See
Comment
Check Item
Organisation
Not Significant
Name
Not
Applicable
Attended By :
Name
Comments
Organisation
e)
Tidal Information
i) Normal L.W./H.W./Range
ii) Drainage
iii) Tidal velocity/Sea conditions
f) Geotechnical Conditions
i) Soli/rock types
ii) Drainage
iii) Preparation for temporary roads
iv) Water table level
v) Borehole information
g) Access roads to site
i) Natural obstructions
ii) Structures
iii) Overhead services
iv) Underground services
h) Safety/Health Hazard
i) Asbestos
ii) Potential air/water pollution
iii) Fire hazard
iv) Unsound existing structure
i) Environmental Protection
3.
TEMPORARY WORKS &

UTILITIES
a) Clearing and preparation required
i) Clearing
ii) Cut/Fill
iii) Fencing
iv) Temporary roads
v) Diversion of services
vi) Cofferdams, river diversion, etc.
b) Locations for sheds, working areas, etc.
c) Fresh water
i) Mains supply available
ii) Authority
iii) Reticulation and connection costs
iv) Charges
v) Other supply
d) Electricity
i) Mains supply available
ii) Authority
iii) Voltage
iv) Max. load
v) Reticulation and connection costs
vi) Charges
e) Telephone
i) Availability
ii) Connection costs
Important See
Comment
Not Significant
Check Item
Not
Applicable

Comments
f)
Sewer
i) Availability
ii) Authority
iii) Reticulation and connection costs
iv) Port-a-loo service costs
4.
a)
MATERIALS AND SERVICES

Temporary materials and consumables
Hard filling
Soft filling
Road base
Timber scantlings
Piles and rounds
Plywood
Structural steel
Petrol
Fuel oil
Other
Permanent materials
b)
Concrete
Coarse aggregate
Fine aggregate
Bulk cement
Bagged cement
Ready mix
Other
c) Services and facilities available
Local suppliers
Workshops
Fabricators
Public transport
Plant hire
Road transport
Rain transport
d) Transport costs to site from appropriate
centre
i)
Road
- materials
- sheds and general
plant
- special plant
ii)
Rail
- personnel
- materials
- sheds and general
plant
- special plant
iii) Sea
- materials
- sheds and general
plant
- special plant
Important See
Comment
Not Significant
Check Item
Not
Applicable

Comments
iv)
5.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
Air
- personnel
- parcels
LABOUR
Availability
- tradesman
- labourers
- plant operators
Quality and reliability
Union activity
Appropriate awards
Over award payments and site
allowances
Other current projects in area
Board and lodgings for imported labour
i) Availability and location
ii) Standard
iii) Cost
Camp site if required
i) Location
ii) Cost of land
iii) Clearing required
iv) Services available
v) Food costs
vi) Catering contractors
Transport facilities nearest centre to site
i) Availability and frequency
ii) Mileage from centre to closest point
iii) Distance closest point to site
iv) Cost of fares
Staff accommodation
i) Rent if available
ii) purchase
Notes:
Important See
Comment
Not Significant
Check Item
Not
Applicable

Comments
P P E N D I X
7.4

STRUCTURE
CHAPTER0

PROJECT
Job
and Design
Subjobs

Wagner
Subjob
Component
Code
Service
Competition
Category
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
EC
ACQUT
EC
EC
RTAD
EC
RTAB
EC
PC
PC
MC
RTAB
RTAD
RTAD
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
D
EC
EC
EC
ACQUT
EC
RTAB
EC
EC
RTAD
EC
RTAD

Region
Region
D
PD
RTAD
RTAD
PD
MD
RTAD
RTAD
V
V
A
A
A
PA
MA
ACQUT
EC
ACQUT
ACQUT
EC
RTAD
RTAD
U
U
U
PU
MU
ACQUT
ACQUT
ACQUT
RTAB
RTAD

Job
Subjobs
Subjob
Component
Code
Service
Competition
Category

I
I
I
I
PI
PS
MI
EC
RTAB
RTAD
EC
RTAD
EC
RTAD

I
I
I
PI
PI
PS
PS
MI
MI
O
H
H
PH
MH
EC
RTAD
EC
RTAB
RTAB
RTAB
EC
RTAD
RTAD
LGF
RTAB
EC
RTAB
RTAD
7. Handover
P P E N D I X
7.5
SAMPLE ESTIMATE REVIEW SHEET
CHAPTER 0
Estimate Review
Project Name:
Review Date:
Attendance at Review
Name
Position/Role in Estimate
Name
Position/Role in Estimate
CHECKLIST
Ref
Descritption
Design
2.
Construction Method
- Planning
- sequencing
- temporary work
3.
Programme
- key dates
- critical activities
- contingency
4.
Direct Work Cost

Estimate
5.
Indirect Cost Estimate
6.
Key indicators
- major quantities
- productivity
7.
Resources
- availability
- cost
Estimate Summary
8.
9.
Material Suppliers
Action
Ref
OK
Action See
Minutes
Notes See
Minutes
OK
Action See
Minutes
Notes See
Minutes
OK
Action See
Minutes
Notes See
Minutes
10.
Subcontractors
Description
11.
Major Plant
- types
- rates
12.
Temporary Works
- design detail
- costing of
OK
Action See
Minutes
Notes See
Minutes
OK
Action See
Minutes
Notes See
Minutes
OK
Action See
Minutes
Notes See
Minutes
13.
Provisional Sums/Dayworks
Action
**
OK
**
Action-See
Minutes
**
Notes See
Minutes
**
OK
**
Action See
Minutes
**
Notes See
Minutes
**
OK
**
Action See
Minutes
**
Notes See
Minutes
**
OK
Action See
Minutes
**
Notes See
Minutes
**
OK
**
Action See
Minutes
**
Notes See
Minutes
**
OK
**
Action See
Minutes
**
Notes See
Minutes
**
14.
Commercial
15.
Risk and Opportunity Analysis
OK
Action See
Minutes
Notes See
Minutes
16.
Documents to be submitted
OK
Action See
Minutes
Notes See
Minutes
17.
OK
Action See
Minutes
Notes See
Minutes
18.
**
OK
Action See
Minutes
**
Notes See
Minutes
**
Clarifications and Qualifications
**
OK
Action See
Minutes
**
Notes See
Minutes
**
Final Adjustments
**
OK
Action See
Minutes
**
Notes See
Minutes
**
Estimate Review
Notes/Actions
Ref. No.
Minutes/Actions
By Whom/When
P P E N D I X
7.6
SAMPLE DETAILED ESTIMATE REPORT
CHAPTER0
DETAILED ESTIMATE REPORT
MR 635 OLD WINDSOR ROAD AND

MR184 - WINDSOR ROAD
STANHOPE GARDENS
MR 635 - OLD WINDSOR ROAD AND MR184 - WINDSOR

ROAD
CONTENTS
DETAILED ESTIMATE REPORT.................................................................................
CONTENTS.....................................................................................................................
DETAILED ESTIMATE REPORT.................................................................................
1
Summary ................................................................................................................1
Scope......................................................................................................................1
Key assumptions ....................................................................................................3
Risk contingency assessment.................................................................................4
Estimating process .................................................................................................4
Reality check..........................................................................................................4
Construction risk assessment .................................................................................5
Peer review.............................................................................................................5
Appendix A Detailed Estimate, Estimate Summary and Cash Flow

Appendix B Concept Design Plan
MR635 Old Windsor Road & MR184 Windsor Road - Suunnyholt Road to Merriville Road - Detailed Estimate Report
MR 635 - OLD WINDSOR ROAD AND MR 184 - WINDSOR ROAD

1 SUMMARY
The estimated cost of the Project is $32 million in 2000/2001 financial year dollars or $33
million in out turn dollars. See Appendix A for the Estimate Summary, Subsidiary Sheets and
Cash Flow Table.
This is a Detailed Estimate.
The estimate is based on the Detailed Design (part complete) dated February 2001, Concept
Design dated January 2001 and draft Review of Environmental Factors (REF) dated December
2000.
2 SCOPE
The following information provides a description of the scope of work:
Location
The Project is located between the Sunnyholt Road on Old Windsor Road and 300m north of
Merriville Road on Windsor Road. It is located within both the City of Blacktown (western
side) and Baulkham Hills Shire (eastern side).
ROADLOC Reference
Old Windsor Road
Start: 0000635/0120/A/0.150
Finish: 0000635/0120/A/1.950
Windsor Road
Start: 0000184/0230/A/0.000
Finish: 0000184/0230/A/0.782
Limits of Work
The work extends from the Old Windsor Road / Sunnyholt Road intersection and extends
northwards along Old Windsor Road and then Windsor Road to 300m north of the intersection
of Windsor Road and Merriville Road.
Length: 2,700m.
The work is shown on the Concept Design Plan attached in Appendix B.
Design Drawings
Concept Drawing No.0635.040.CD.0001 (attached to the REF)
Detail Design Drawing 0635.040.RC.2501 (Sunnyholt Road to Caddies Creek)
* Note: Detail Design of the next section from Caddies Creek to north of Merriville Road is not
complete at the time of completion of the estimate.
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Type of Construction
Reconstruction and widening on a new and existing alignment, with the Old Windsor Road
portion being on new alignment slightly to west of existing and the Windsor Road portion
being widened on the existing Windsor Road alignment.
Cross Section & Design
Divided carriageway with two 3.25m wide lanes in each direction along Old Windsor Road
and then three 3.25m wide lanes in each direction from 200m south of the Old Windsor Road /
Windsor Road intersection to the northern limit of the work. A shoulder, 1.5m wide is provided
on each carriageway on Old Windsor Road plus a 1.5m verge in fill areas or a 1.0m SO gutter
in cut areas. Median width is 4.5m minimum up to 9.0m.
On Windsor Road a 1.5m shoulder has been allowed in the southbound direction along with
0.7m wide SA kerb and gutter on both sides.
Turn lanes of 3.0m are provided at the Samantha Riley Drive, Windsor Road and Merriville
Road intersections. Provision for double right turns is incorporated at all intersections plus a
double left turn out of Samantha Riley Drive (east) into Old Windsor Road (south) and
Windsor Road (south) into Windsor Road (east)
A 3.0m off road shared pedestrian / cycle path has been provided on the western side of the
new road.
New traffic signals are to be provided at the Samantha Riley Drive / Old Windsor Road and
Old Windsor Road / Windsor Road intersections. Reconstruction of existing traffic signals is
to be undertaken at the Merriville Road / Windsor Road intersection.
Pavement Design
The pavement design is 185mm of asphalt over 240mm of lean mix concrete over 300mm of
select material zone.
Major Structures
A 14m extension to an existing 5 cell box culvert over Caddies Creek on Old Windsor Road
forms part of the work.
Property Affect
Property acquisition requirements are outlined in Appendix C of the Concept Engineering
Design Report.
Acquisitions are required for 4 properties along the Windsor Road section of the project:
Villaworld and the James Ruse Hotel on the west and the Muir property and Sydney Water
property on the east.
Combined acquisitions for the road widening and transitway project are required to the north of
the Old Windsor Road / Windsor Road intersection on the eastern side (Muir and Sydney
Water properties). Only costs associated with the road widening have been included in this
estimate.
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Public Utilities
The public utility impacts are outlined in the Public Utility Impact Report. Potential impacts
are on overhead electrical services of Integral Energy, underground watermains of Sydney
Water (generally road crossings), underground gas mains and a regulator of AGL and major
underground telecommunications cables of Telstra and Optus. The Telstra cables are
particularly significant coming out of the Kellyville exchange with 2 separate 2400 pair cables,
one on each side of the road, plus optical fibre and smaller cable is being affected.
Physical Constraints
Heritage section of Old Windsor Road on eastern side of corridor
Prescribed dam upstream of Caddies Creek on western side of corridor
Stanhope Gardens residential subdivision on western side of corridor
Trunk water, gas and telecommunications utility services along western side of corridor.
Existing Old Windsor and Windsor Roads and the need to maintain traffic flow.
Commercial businesses along Windsor Road between Old Windsor Road and Merriville
Road (eastern side)
Commercial businesses along Windsor Road adjacent to Merriville Road intersection.
Environmental Constraints
A number of heritage sites are present in the area, in particular sections of the existing Old
Windsor Road and historic boundary markers.
Effects of noise and vibration on nearby residences
Sensitivity of the creek and watercourses areas to development
Need to maintain or improve the visual amenity along the upgraded route
Geotechnical Issues
The ground conditions, particularly at creek areas, may be susceptible to poor subsurface
conditions leading to significant quantities of unsuitable earthworks material.
Poor existing subgrade will require importation of select and upper zone of formation
material to provide a suitable foundation for pavement layers.
3 KEY ASSUMPTIONS/COMMENTS
The project will be undertaken in two adjoining construction packages roughly each of
1.3km.
Utility adjustments can be undertaken in advance of roadworks, particularly on the northern

contract
Property acquisitions, or, initially at least, leases over land, will be undertaken so as to have
necessary portions of land available prior to construction requirements including those for
utility adjustments.
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4 RISK CONTINGENCY ASSESSMENT

Risk
Contingency
Incomplete detail
design
The Project Management Note, PMN-004 recommends are

contingency range for detailed estimates of 10-20%. Due to the
detail design being incomplete the upper extent of this range is
being adopted generally in the estimate i.e. 20%
Unsuitable ground
conditions
Detailed analysis of the geotechnical reports has been undertaken

by the designers in determining likely amounts of unsuitable
material. The figure calculated has been increased by 50% which
corresponds with approximately 10% of the earthworks cut/fill
quantity.
Utility adjustments will

have consequential
effect requiring greater
scope of work
Allow for increased contingency to 30% ($825K)
Property acquisitions
may not be agreed in a
timely manner
Identify timeline for acquisitions with alternative/parallel strategy

for compulsory acquisitions. Also investigate leases of land prior
to finalisation of acquisition
5 ESTIMATING PROCESS
The quantities for the estimate were prepared by the road designers, Hyder Consulting. The
estimate has been prepared using rates from similar recent projects obtained by the Project
Support Officer, David Adams. The rates have been reviewed by the Project Manager, Peter
Letts.
6 REALITY CHECK
This Project
Cost/lane
km
Earthworks
rate per m3
Pavement
rate per m2
2.18M
57.57
139.97
Cost/lane
km
Earthworks
rate per m3
Pavement
rate per m2
Old Windsor Road Norbrik to

Sunnyholt
2.32M
48.48
106.63
Cowpasture Road Section 5
2.45M
45.23
100.08
Cumberland Highway
1.3M
37.02
123.00
Castlereagh Road
2.6M
53.00
105.00
Old Windsor Road / Windsor Road

Sunnyholt Road to Merriville Road
Comparison Projects
Notes
1. All costs are in 2000/2001 dollars.
2. OWR/WR amounts include contingency allowance generally of 20%
3. Cumberland Highway excludes acquisitions and utility adjustments
4. Castlereagh Road includes high utility cost of $6.5M
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7 CONSTRUCTION RISK ASSESSMENT

High Risk Items
Risk Response
Culvert extension at
Caddies Creek delayed by
poor ground or water flows
Work separated out from contract works to be undertaken as

advance construction so as to isolate any potential delays
Unsuitable ground
conditions
Unsuitable allowance of 10% of earthworks quantity and 20%

of drainage excavation allowed in tender Schedule of Rates.
Utility adjustments may not

be completed before
construction commences
Include specification clauses on access to portions of the work

which deal with the timing of utility adjustments and allow for
their completion. Also review staging to minimise timing risk.
Access to property may not

be available before
construction commenced.
Include specification clauses on access to portions of the work

which deal with the timing of utility adjustments and allow for
their completion. Also review staging to minimise timing risk.
8 PEER REVIEW
A peer review of the estimate was undertaken by Dennis Woodbridge, Project Services
Manager, PMS Sydney.
Prepared by
Peter Letts
Project Manager
PMS Sydney
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Appendix A
Detailed Estimate
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Project Estimate Summary Sheet

Project: Reconstruction of Old Windsor Road/Windsor Road
Sunnyholt Road to Caddies Creek - 4 lanes (1.0km), Caddies Creek to Merriville Road - 6 lanes (1.5km)
Project No: 64893
Item
Estimate Type: Detail Design
Date: 27 March 2001

Estimate
Prepared by: Peter Letts
Contingency
Estimate
(excluding
% of Total
Estimate
%
Amount
(including contingency)
$181,000
$90,200
$26,040
10%
20%
20%
$18,100
$18,040
$5,208
$199,100
$108,240
$31,248
$297,240
14%
$41,348
$338,588
$445,000
$50,500
$26,040
$150,000
20%
20%
20%
30%
$89,000
$10,100
$5,208
$45,000
$534,000
$60,600
$31,248
$195,000
$671,540
22%
$149,308
$820,848
$4,675,000
20%
20%
20%
20%
$935,000
$0
$0
$0
$5,610,000
$0
$0
$0
$4,675,000
20%
$935,000
$5,610,000
$2,785,000
$49,300
30%
20%
20%
$835,500
$9,860
$0
$3,620,500
$59,160
$0
$2,834,300
30%
$845,360
$3,679,660
$8,730,525
$7,535,220
$1,237,600
$78,120
20%
20%
20%
20%
20%
$1,746,105
$1,507,044
$0
$247,520
$15,624
$10,476,630
$9,042,264
$0
$1,485,120
$93,744
$17,581,465
20%
$3,516,293
$21,097,758
$40,000
$20,000
20%
20%
20%
20%
$0
$8,000
$4,000
$0
$0
$48,000
$24,000
$0
$60,000
20%
$12,000
$72,000
$26,119,545
21%
$5,499,309
$31,618,854
contingency)
1 (a) Route/Concept/EIS or REF
Sub total
Draft Concept designprovided/REF almost complete
20 % of Client Rep costs for whole of project

1%

2 (a) Investigation and Design
2 (d) Community Relations
Sub total
stage 1 complete, stage 2 in progress

3%
3 (a) Acquire Property
3 (b) Professional Services for Property
Sub total
Included in 3(a)
Included in 2(b)
18%

4 (a) Adjust Utilities
Sub total
12%
5. Construction
5 (a) - Infrastructure - earthworks
5 (b) - Infrastructure - pavements
5 (c) - Infrastructure - structures
5 (d) - Project Management Services
5 (e) - Client Representation
Sub total
Based on pavement (185mm leanmix/150mm AC)

67%
6. Handover
6 (a) Refurbish old route
6 (b) Project data and performance
Sub total
TOTAL
Total Amount
Project Management
Reality checks: 1. Cost/ km

2. Cost/lane km
% of Total Estimate
$1,737,120
5.5%
$156,240
0.49%
$11.71 M
2.7 km
$2.18 M
14.5 km
3. Cost/m3 earthworks
$30.42
44640 m3
4. Cost/m2 pavement
$139.97
64600 m2
5. Cost/m2 deck area (Bridges)
project estimate summary sheet.XLS

summary
0%
Detailed Estimate
Project: MR 635 Old Windsor Road/Windsor Road
Sunnyholt Road to Merriville Road
City of Blacktown
Sunnyholt to Caddies Creek - 4 lanes, Caddies Creek to Merrivile - 6 lanes
Item
A
A1
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
A8
A9
A10
A11
A12
Description
Concept Development
Field survey and data acquisition
Concept design
Estimating and economic analysis
Value management study
Flora and fauna study
Heritage study
Noise study
Environmental appraisal (EIS or REF)
Environmental Assessment Report
Geotechnical appraisal
Misc previous costs
Unit
Rate $
Amount $
Quantity
0.57%
Item
Item
Item
Item
Item
Item
Item
Item
Item
Item
Item
Subtotal
20000
50000
0
5000
0
0
0
35000
15000
5000
51000
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
20000
50000
0
5000
0
0
0
35000
15000
5000
51000
$181,000
250000
5000
75000
40000
20000
10000
20000
20000
5000
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
250000
5000
75000
40000
20000
10000
20000
20000
5000
$445,000
3900000
75000
500000
100000
100000
1
1
1
1
1
3900000
75000
500000
100000
100000
$4,675,000
10000
200000
10000
300
600
1000
30000
30000
150000
100
1250
800
600
800
800
1000
500
30000
10000
10000
5
3
15
500
1000
500
5
1
1
40
60
60
40
40
40
40
200
1
1
1
50000
600000
150000
150000
600000
500000
150000
30000
150000
4000
75000
48000
24000
32000
32000
40000
100000
30000
10000
10000
$2,785,000
100000
20000
5000
5000
1
1
2
4
100000
20000
10000
20000
$150,000
10000
10000
5000
10000
50000
15
350
350
2500
2500
1
1
3
1
1
1080
8
8
1
1
10000
10000
15000
10000
50000
16200
2800
2800
2500
2500
$121,800
.
B
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
B7
B8
B9
Detail Design and Documentation

Road, drainage and water quality desig Item
Enviromental management plan
Item
Pavement design/geotech
Item
Detail Design - PMS/Misc
Item
Document preparation
Item
Traffic signal advice and review
Item
Roadscape & urban design
Item
Landscape design
Item
Signposting design
Item
Subtotal
1.41%
C
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5
Property Affects
Acquisition - previous
Cadastral survey and plans
Acquisition - Muir
Acquisition - Villaworld
Acquisition - James Ruse Hotel
D
D1
D2
D3
D4
D5
D6
D7
D8
D9
D10
D11
D12
D13
D14
D15
D16
D17
D18
G1P2
G1P2
Utility Adjustments
Electrical - adjust poles Sunnyholt
Electrical - lighting to intersections
Electrical - adjust poles Windsor
Telstra - adjust 600pr
Telstra - adjust 2400pr
Telstra - adjust optical fibre
Telstra - adjust pits
Telstra - raise pit at Sam Riley
Gas - adjust regulator
Gas - adjust services (160mm PE)
Water - road crossing (900mm)
Optus - adjust cable/fibre
Optus - adjust pit
Protect utilities(cont 1)
Protect utilities (cont 2)
E
E1
E2
E3
E4
Community Relations
Community consultn. for planning and dItem
Community liaison during construction Item
Political events (announcements and opItem
Newsletters - print & deliver
Item
Subtotal
0.47%
F
G1P1
G1P1
F2
R71P2
F4
R161P6
G36P1
G36P1
G1P1
G1P1
Preliminary Construction
Site offices and facilities (cont 1)
Site offices and facilities (cont 2)
Project signs
Property Adjustments - access road
Control surveys
Remove existing fencing
Building condition reports (cont 1)
Building condition reports (cont 2)
Site monitoring - Aboriginal (cont 1)
Site monitoring - Aboriginal (cont 2)
0.38%
Provision for Traffic
.
14.76%
Item
Item
Item
Item
Item
Subtotal
.
8.80%
Item
Item
Item
Metre
Metre
Metre
No
Item
Item
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Item
Item
Item
Subtotal
.
Item
Item
No
Item
Item
Metre
Each
Each
Item
Item
Subtotal
Detail estimate.xls
detail estimate
0.85%
G10P1
G10P2
G10P1
G10P2
Provision of signs, barriers (cont 1)

Provision for traffic switches (cont 1)
Provision of signs, barriers (cont 2)
Provision for traffic switches (cont 2)
H
R41P1
R44P1
R44P2
R44P3
R44P5
R44P6
R44P4
R49P1
R41P1
R44P1
R44P2
R44P3
R44P5
R44P6
R44P4
R49P1
Earthworks
Clearing and grubbing
Top soil stockpiling
Earthworks - cut to fill
Earthworks - import
Selected sub-base
Earthworks - cut to spoil
Unsuitable
Verges
Clearing and grubbing
Top soil stockpiling
Earthworks - cut to fill
Earthworks - import
Selected sub-base
Earthworks - cut to spoil
Unsuitable
Verges
I
R11P2
R11P4
R11P5.1
R11P5.2
R11P5.3
R11P5.4
R11P5.5
R11P5.6
R11P5.7
R11P5.8
R11P5.9
R11P7.1
R11P7.2
R11P7.3
R11P7.4
R11P7.5
R11P7.6
R11P7.7
R11P7.8
R33P1
R33P2
R33P3.1
R33P3.2
R33P5
R33P8
R15P1.1
R15P1.2
R15P1.3
R15P1.4
R11P2
R11P4
R11P5.1
R11P5.2
R11P5.3
R11P5.4
R11P5.5
R11P5.6
R11P5.7
R11P5.8
R11P5.9
R11P7.1
R11P7.2
R11P7.3
R11P7.4
R11P7.5
R11P7.6
R11P7.7
R11P7.8
R33P1
R33P2
R33P3.1
R33P3.2
R33P5
R33P8
R15P1.1
R15P1.2
R15P1.3
R15P1.4
I1
Drainage
Excavate for stormwater pipes/pits
Unsuitable
Pipes - 225 dia
Pipes - 375 dia
Pipes - 450 dia
Pipes - 525 dia
Pipes - 600 dia
Pipes - 675 dia
Pipes - 750 dia
Pipes - 825 dia
Pipes - 900 dia
Gully pit S01
Gully pit SAS
Gully pit SA2
Gully pit SA3
Median pit
Gully pit SF
Headwalls
Centrifugal drop structure
Excavate for trench drains
Flat batter outlets
Corrugated drainage pipe - 100mm
Slotted filter strip
Type S sand filter material
Cleanouts
K & G Type SA
K & G Type SF
K & G Type SO
K & G Type SM
Excavate for stormwater pipes/pits
Unsuitable
Pipes - 225 dia
Pipes - 375 dia
Pipes - 450 dia
Pipes - 525 dia
Pipes - 600 dia
Pipes - 675 dia
Pipes - 750 dia
Pipes - 825 dia
Pipes - 900 dia
Gully pit S01
Gully pit SAS
Gully pit SA2
Gully pit SA3
Median pit
Gully pit SF
Headwalls
Centrifugal drop structure
Excavate for trench drains
Flat batter outlets
Corrugated drainage pipe - 100mm
Slotted filter strip
Type S sand filter material
Cleanouts
K & G Type SA
K & G Type SF
K & G Type SO
K & G Type SM
Caddies Creek Culvert
Item
Item
Item
Item
Subtotal
100000
35000
100000
35000
1
1
1
1
100000
35000
100000
35000
$270,000
8000
18
20
35
50
30
35
80
8000
18
20
35
50
30
35
80
6.6
12830
11000
8500
7920
1500
1500
1500
8.8
15000
16650
5290
13440
1700
1700
1500
52800
230940
220000
297500
396000
45000
52500
120000
70400
270000
333000
185150
672000
51000
59500
120000
$3,175,790
85
85
125
135
155
190
200
215
235
245
260
2000
2000
2100
2300
1800
2000
2000
120000
35
270
12
15
45
150
45
30
45
25
85
85
125
135
155
190
200
215
235
245
260
2000
2000
2100
2300
1800
2000
2000
120000
35
270
12
15
45
150
45
30
45
25
400000
3790
750
55
715
55
145
75
280
215
70
275
45
1
4
2
8
2
2
1
310
2
195
5100
215
150
285
2630
1710
140
3790
750
55
715
55
145
75
280
215
70
275
45
1
4
2
8
2
2
1
330
2
200
5450
230
185
2390
2940
0
125
1
322150
63750
6875
96525
8525
27550
15000
60200
50525
17150
71500
90000
2000
8400
4600
14400
4000
4000
120000
10850
540
2340
76500
9675
22500
12825
78900
76950
3500
322150
63750
6875
96525
8525
27550
15000
60200
50525
17150
71500
90000
2000
8400
4600
14400
4000
4000
120000
11550
540
2400
81750
10350
27750
107550
88200
0
3125
400000
.
10.03%
Ha
Cu M
Cu M
Cu M
Cu M
Cu M
Cu M
Cu M
Ha
Cu M
Cu M
Cu M
Cu M
Cu M
Cu M
Cu M
Subtotal
Detail estimate.xls
detail estimate
10.93%
Cu M
Cu M
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Each
Each
Each
Each
Each
Each
Each
Each
Cu M
Each
Metre
Metre
Cu M
Each
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Cu M
Cu M
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Each
Each
Each
Each
Each
Each
Each
Each
Cu M
Each
Metre
Metre
Cu M
Each
Metre
Metre
Metre
Metre
Item
I2
RHIC Culvert
J
R82P1
R82P2
R82P3
R101P1
R116P3.1
R116P3.2
R116P3.3
R116P6
R173P1.1
R173P1.2
R82P1
R82P2
R82P3
R101P1
R116P3.1
R116P3.2
R116P3.3
R116P6
R173P1.1
R173P1.2
J1
Pavements
Leanmix subbase
Finish & cure subbase
Surface debonding
Cold Milling - 40mm deep
AC20 - 70mm deep
AC20 - 70mm deep
AC14 - 45mm deep
AC20
Footpath - 75mm thick
Median & Misc paving - 100mm thick
Leanmix subbase
Finish & cure subbase
Surface debonding
Cold Milling - 40mm deep
AC20 - 70mm deep
AC20 - 70mm deep
AC14 - 45mm deep
AC20
Footpath - 75mm thick
Median & Misc paving - 100mm thick
AC overlay by Asset
K
G1P5
Structures
Retaining walls - temporary
M
G36P2
R1P1
R1P3
R1P6
R162P1
R162P2
R162P4
R162P6
R162P9
R162P10
R162P20
G36P2
R1P1
R1P3
R1P6
R162P1
R162P2
R162P4
R162P6
R162P9
R162P10
R162P20
Environmental Facilities
Site Monitoring
Sedimentation control basin
Sedimentation control trap
Removal of sediment traps
Spray weeds with herbicide
Retopsoiling less than 3 to 1 batter
Seed drilling
Retopsoiling more than 3 to 1 batter
Hydroseeding
Straw mulching
Watering
Site Monitoring
Sedimentation control basin
Sedimentation control trap
Removal of sediment traps
Spray weeds with herbicide
Retopsoiling less than 3 to 1 batter
Seed drilling
Retopsoiling more than 3 to 1 batter
Hydroseeding
Straw mulching
Watering
N
R131P1
R131P2
R132P1
R132P2.1
R132P2.2
R132P3
R132P5
R132P8.1
R132P8.2
R145P5
R145P6
R141P15
R142P2
R142P3
R143P1
RS10P1
RS10P2
G1P4
R131P1
R131P2
R132P1
R132P2.1
R132P2.2
R132P3
R132P5
R132P8.1
R132P8.2
R145P5
Traffic Management and Safety

Install guide posts
Remove guide posts
Remove safety barriers
Remove TT terminals
Remove MELT terminals
Post & rail safety barriers
Wire rope safety barrier
Construct MELT terminal
Construct TT terminal
Pavement markings - lines
Pavement markings - transverse
Pavement markings - symbols
Install raised pavement markers
Remove raised pavement markers
Signposting
Excavation for RTA cableways
Install conduits for cableways
Traffic Signals
Install guide posts
Remove guide posts
Remove safety barriers
Remove TT terminals
Remove MELT terminals
Post & rail safety barriers
Wire rope safety barrier
Construct MELT terminal
Construct TT terminal
Pavement markings - lines
Item
Subtotal
460000
460000
$3,462,095
170
5
4
10
20
20
15
310
35
50
170
5
4
10
20
20
15
310
35
50
203000
5940
24770
24770
1590
24480
24490
24950
64
4050
1570
10300
42925
42925
1590
36615
39625
39625
0
3520
1855
1
1009800
123850
99080
15900
489600
489800
374250
19840
141750
78500
1751000
214625
171700
15900
732300
792500
594375
0
123200
92750
203000
$7,533,720
100
15
1500
$1,500
20000
15000
150
60
1
5
4
5
2
2
1500
20000
15000
150
60
1
5
4
5
2
2
1500
1
1
62
62
23170
22660
22660
515
515
515
1
1
1
62
62
23170
22660
22660
515
515
515
1
20000
15000
9300
3720
23170
113300
90640
2575
1030
1030
1500
20000
15000
9300
3720
23170
113300
90640
2575
1030
1030
1500
$562,530
100
50
15
250
350
85
120
3500
2000
3
35
35
6
3
500
35
55
150000
100
50
15
250
350
85
120
3500
2000
3
25
25
100
2
2
55
1050
1
1
8340
110
11
415
20
35
515
2440
1
25
25
100
2
2
55
1050
1
1
8340
2500
1250
1500
500
700
4675
126000
3500
2000
25020
3850
385
2490
60
17500
18025
134200
150000
2500
1250
1500
500
700
4675
126000
3500
2000
25020
23.79%
Cu M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Cu M
Sq M
Sq M
Cu M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Cu M
Sq M
Sq M
Item
Subtotal
0.00%
Sq M
Subtotal
1.78%
Item
Each
Each
Each
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Item
Item
Each
Each
Each
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Sq M
Item
Subtotal
Detail estimate.xls
detail estimate
3.59%
Each
Each
Metre
Each
Each
Metre
Metre
Each
Each
Metre
Sq M
Sq M
Each
Each
Each
Cu M
Metre
Each
Each
Each
Metre
Each
Each
Metre
Metre
Each
Each
Metre
R145P6
R141P15
R142P2
R142P3
R143P1
RS10P1
RS10P2
G1P4
Pavement markings - transverse

Pavement markings - symbols
Install raised pavement markers
Remove raised pavement markers
Signposting
Excavation for RTA cableways
Install conduits for cableways
Traffic Signals
Sq M
Sq M
Each
Each
Each
Cu M
Metre
Each
Subtotal
O
O1
O2
Project Finalisation
Handover to asset management
Item
Post construction evaluations and audit Item
Subtotal
0.13%
P
P1
P2
P3
P4
P5
P6
Project Management
Project management - concept develop Item
Project management - detail design
Item
Project management - community liaisoItem
Project management - property and util Item
Project management - construction
Item
Project management - handover and m Item
Subtotal
4.73%
Q
Q1
Overheads - Client Services DirectorateItem
0.41%
35
35
6
3
500
35
55
150000
110
11
415
20
35
515
2440
2
3850
385
2490
60
17500
18025
134200
300000
$1,138,310
10000
30000
1
1
10000
30000
$40,000
90200
50500
50600
49300
1237600
20000
1
1
1
1
1
1
90200
50500
50600
49300
1237600
20000
$1,498,200
0.005 $26,039,945
130200
Subtotal
$130,200
.
R
R1
R2
R3
R4
R5
R6
R7
R8
R9
R10
R11
R13
R14
R15
R16
R17
Contingencies
Contingency - Concept development Item
Contingency - Detail design and docum Item
Contingency - Property affects
Item
Contingency - Utility adjustments
Item
Contingency - Community relations
Item
Contingency - Preconstruction activitiesItem
Contingency - Provision for traffic
Item
Contingency - Earthworks
Item
Contingency - Drainage
Item
Contingency - Pavements
Item
Contingency - Structures
Item
Contingency - Environmental facilities Item
Contingency - Traffic safety and manag Item
Contingency - Project finalisation
Item
Contingency - Project management
Item
Contingency - Overheads
Item
Subtotal
17.35%
0.1
0.2
0.2
0.3
0.2
0.2
0.2
0.2
0.2
0.2
0.2
0.2
0.2
0.2
0.2
0.2
$181,000
$445,000
$4,675,000
$2,785,000
$150,000
$121,800
$270,000
$3,175,790
$3,462,095
$7,533,720
$1,500
$562,530
$1,138,310
$40,000
$1,498,200
$130,200
18100
89000
935000
835500
30000
24360
54000
635158
692419
1506744
300
112506
227662
8000
299640
26040
$5,494,429
.
-
Project total (2000/01$)
$31,664,574
Construction total
$19,518,894
Project total (Out turn$)
$32,711,000
.
.
Contract 1 - Sunnyholt Road to Caddies Creek
$7,802,712
Contract 2 - Caddies Creek to Merriville Road
$10,386,582
All dollar amounts have been rounded to the nearest $ 1000

This concept estimate is based on preliminary rates and quantities and is intended only for concept
assessment, forward planning and programming purposes. The amounts are expressed in 2000/01
dollars. The out turn cost is based on inflation of 3 % per annum, and annual allocations starting in
1999/00 of $4541K, $3800K, $18000K, $5500K, $0K, $0K. The estimate is based on the assumptions that
construction is by contract, weather normal, funding adequate for an efficient rate of construction
Compiled
27-Mar-01
Detail estimate.xls
detail estimate
Appendix B
Concept Design Plan
DtEsRpt.doc
27/03/01
P P E N D I X
7.7
CHAPTER0
P P E N D I X
7.8

ACCEPTANCE FORM
CHAPTER 0
H A P T E R
PROJECT COMPLETION FEEDBACK
CHAPTER0
8.1 Summary
RTAs requirements for project completion feedback in relation to
estimating are under review. In the meantime, reference should be
made to the Procedure RTA-CSD-PMS-PR-P-84 entilied PostCompletion Project Review. A copy of the procedure is contained in
Appendix 8.1

Project Completion Feedback

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Chapter 8

P P E N D I X
8.1
PROCEDURE RTA-CSD-PMS-PR-P-84
CHAPTER0
Post-Completion Project
Review
Revision History
Version
1.0
1.1
Date
4/1999
11/1999
2.0
10/2000
Document No: RTA-CSD-PMS-PR-P-84
Issue 2.0
Description
First Issue
Changed to
reflect revised
organisational
structure
Changed to
reflect RTA
Project
management
Guidelines
Checked
K Verma
K Verma
J Farrell
Approved
R H Brown
R H Brown
PMO
R H Brown
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Post-Completion Project Review
PURPOSE
The purpose of this procedure is to describe the process of project review, which is to
be undertaken upon finalisation and handover of the project.
SCOPE
Applicable for all development projects undertaken by Project Management Services
Branch.
OVERVIEW
Post-completion project review must be undertaken for all development projects and
is the responsibility of the Project Manager. The review includes a broad assessment
of all aspects of the project, including:
Review of overall project outcomes against project objectives

Review of the performance of contractors
Self-assessment of the performance of PMS in the provision of project
management services
A summary of lessons learnt from the project that can be passed on to other PMS
project managers.
All of these reviews should be completed by the Project Manager within 1 month of
project handover.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Project Manager is responsible for undertaking and documenting each of the
reviews outlined in this procedure. The Project Manager is also responsible for
distributing outcomes of these reviews to the Project Management Development
Manager, Project Management Office.
The Project Management Development Manager, PMO is responsible for reviewing
project review documentation, for initiating improvements in project delivery
methodology and for distribution of project review documentation to Project
Managers through PMS Learning Workshops.
The Contract Development Manager, PMO is responsible for reviewing the results of
contractor reviews and for initiating improvements in contract delivery
The Quality and Systems Manager PMO, is responsible for initiating and managing
system improvements to address issues raised as the result of project reviews.
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ACTIONS
1. Performance Against Project Objectives
The Project Manager is responsible for undertaking a review with the Clients
Representative of overall project performance against the Clients project objectives.
These objectives may be either stated (as per the project brief) or implied, and should
focus special attention upon environmental and community involvement issues.
The Project Manager shall document the discussion and a copy of the review shall be
issued to the Project Services Manager, and the Project Management Development
Manager for information.
2. Contract Performance
The Project Manager will complete a performance review of the Contractor in
accordance with the standard RTA Form 517
The Project Manager will complete a performance review of Consultants and
Professional Service Contractors in accordance with the standard RTA Form 550
These forms are available in RTA forms manager, located on the intranet. These
forms are also built within PROMIS and linked with Contract Finalisation Reports.
A copy of these reviews shall be issued to the Senior Project Manager/Project
Services Manager, and the Contract Development Manager for information.
3. Management Performance
The Project Manager will complete a self-assessment which reviews the
effectiveness of PMS services for the project. This review will include:
Effectiveness of PMS systems and controls in the management of the project
Review of actual PMS project management costs against budgeted fees
Effectiveness in delivery of the project to budget and program
Breakdown of project costs usingthe Project Management Guidelines, Tables 6.1
& 6.2 in PMG-01 Level 1 & 2 Benchmark Rates Forms. This will be issued to the
Estimating Manager, PMO to assist with furture estimates.
A copy of the review shall be issued to the Project Services Manager and the
Manager, PMO and will be used as a basis for ongoing business improvement.
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4. Learning
The Project Manager will document a summary report of lessons learnt from the
projects. The report should be structured under the following headings as applicable:
Objectives
Environmental Assessment
Concept Design
Detailed Design
Construction
Management
Community Involvement
Risk Management
Environmental Protection
A copy of this document shall be issued to the Project Management Development
Manager for dissemination of information to all PMS offices and as a basis for
ongoing business improvement.
5. Learning Workshops
Upon review of the above documentation the Project Management Development
Manager may determine that there would be a benefit in conducting a workshop for
project management staff to discuss project management issues in the form of a case
study.
If a workshop is held, the Project Manager will hand over all presentation materials
to the Project Development Manager at completion of the workshop for inclusion in a
central reference file.
QUALITY RECORDS
Copies of all reports and reviews as referenced in this report are to be retained in the
project file.
The Project Development Manager is responsible for retaining all learning workshop
training records.
The Contract Development Manager is responsible for retaining all records of
Contractor performance review.
REFERENCES
RTA Form 550
Contractors
RTA Form 517
Performance Report on Consultants and Professional Service

Performance Report on Construction Industry Contractors
ATTACHMENTS for issue with this procedure

Nil
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H A P T E R
CONTRACT VARIATIONS
CHAPTER0
9.1 Summary
This section sets down the processes for the valuation of contract
variations.
9.2 Contract Variations

The principles utilised in the preparation of pre-contract estimates can
also be adopted when assessing major variations prior to them being
proposed by RTA, and in assessing variation requests from a
contractor.
The pricing of a variation must be prepared in a way that is explicit and
consistent and which takes into account the method of construction and
the circumstances and timing during which the variation occurs. A
sound pricing exercise can only be performed when each operation or
item is analysed into its simplest elements and the cost estimated
methodically on the basis of factual information. This pre-supposes that
the variation cannot be priced by reference to contract rates.
The pricing of a major variation may have important and far-reaching
effects. The extent of the impact that a major variation may have on a
project has to be considered and taken into account and reflected in the
final value of the variation. The most frequent consequence of the
introduction of contract variations is that the contractor will make a
claim for additional time and cost. Where appropriate, it is a good
variation pricing practice to take this into account at the time of
agreeing the variation.
It must also be noted that a variation may also result in the deletion of
certain parts of the works and a possible reduction in the time required
to perform the variation.

Contract Variations
9-1
One of the fundamental principles of pricing contract variations is that,

in common with the pricing of the original estimate, the items or
operations are priced net, that is, it should initially be an assessment of
direct costs without any adjustments for indirects, overheads and profit.
The calculation of indirects, overheads and profits should only be
addressed when the direct cost pricing has been completed and the
additional time involved (if any) can be calculated for incorporation in
the cost.
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Chapter 9

H A P T E R
10
ESTIMATING SOFTWARE
CHAPTER0
10.1 Summary
This chapter provides general information only on some proprietory
software availble as an aid to estimating, including:
MS Excel and similar spreadsheets

Build Soft
CATS
Candy
Piece 7 (Wintendor)
Benchmark
Estimator V6
Expert Estimator
Brief descriptions and comments are given. Any intended applications

of the specialist estimating software (that is, excluding spreadsheets)
should be referred to PMO for advice.
10.2 Estimating Software

Common proprietory estimating software used by the Australian
Construction Industry includes the following;
MS Excel and similar spreadsheets

Build Soft
CATS
Candy
Piece 7 (Wintendor)
Estimator V6

Estimating Software
10 - 1
Expert Estimator
10.2.1 Microsoft Excel and Similar Spreadsheets

Spreadsheets are used by some smaller contractors together in some
instances with custom macros. However, this approach to estimating is
not generally preferred by most professional estimators due to the ease
of making errors and the lack of custom built features which assist in
the assembly of large estimates.
10.2.2 Buildsoft
Buildsoft is used by commercial building companies and is good for
take offs and subcontract work but has not found widespread
application in civil engineering projects.
10.2.3 CATS
CATS is an in-house estimating system developed by the Leighton
Group of companies and is not commercially available, although there
are a number of clones available in the market, the most popular of
which is Expert Estimator.
The following five packages all provide the level of detail required for
large civil estimates as well as the ability to develop nested group
resources (sometimes called assemblies or clusters). This is an
extremely useful feature in civil engineering estimating.
10 - 2
Chapter 10

10.2.4 Candy
Candy was developed by the South African company Murray &
Roberts over 10 years ago and is available in the market place in
Australia. It is used by a number of large civil engineering companies.
Candy has all the features required to build up a complex estimate. It

is, however, quite complex to use (due to the large number of features
in the package) and requires a good deal of training to be used
efficiently.
10.2.5 Price 7 (Wintender)

Price 7 is used by at least one of the major Australian civil engineering
companies. It is a South African product and has recently been
upgraded from the DOS version to a MS-Windows version called
Wintender.
The package is simple to use and little training is required.
Suppliers are:
HKC Systems
Tel
+27 12 665 000
e-mail charmainer@hkc.co.za
10.2.6 Benchmark Roadworks Strategic Estimator

Benchmark Roadworks Strategic Estimator is a powerful tool for the
Strategic estimator. This feature of the benchmark software, written in
co-operation with RTA, enables the estimation of projects
progressively from Strategic, to Concept and detailed all in the one
package. Strategic and Concept estimates, including quantities and
rates, are generated automatically when the user answers just a few
Estimating Software
10 - 3
questions. When the estimate needs to be further refined the user

simply answers more questions to refine the estimate further.
Benchmark is Windows based and is multi-user. It has all the features
required for advanced estimating and is easy to learn and use. Import
and export facilities to and from other packages, especially
programming packages like Microsoft Project, further increase the
utility of the program. The package is fully supported and is
continually being developed.
Further information is available from:
Tel
Benchmark Estimating Software

PO Box 992,
Nowra, NSW 2541
02 4423 0566 Fax 02 4423 3228
Email: benchmark@benchmark-estimating.com.au
10.2.7 Estimator V6
Estimator V6 is the latest in this well known estimating program
originally developed for contractor John Holland.
Version 6 is now a MS-Windows program, although it does not look
very different from its DOS predecessors. Export and Import from
other application is possible and the package has the ability to build
complex nested group resources.
Estimator Version 6 is easily learned and is supplied by:
Tel
Constructive Computing Services International

346 St Georges Road
Thornby
Victoria
03 9808 3233
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10.2.8 Expert Estimator

Expert Estimator is a clone of the CATS software used by Leighton
Contractors. In mid 2000, Version 3 was released which for the first
time had full MS-Windows features.
Expert Estimator is a very large program with many options and the
ability to handle the largest projects. Much more has been done on
version 3 since its release and it is now being used extensively in the
industry.
Despite the number of options and reports which can be obtained from
the package it is fairly simple to use. A powerful computer is required
to make the most of the package.
Expert Estimator is supplied by:
Tel
url
Protect Cost Engineering

PO Box 122
Broken Ridge
QLD 4017
07 3261 6088
www.costengineer.com.au
10.3 Risk Quantification Software

Software commonly used in the analysis and quantification of risk (in a
Monte Carlo analysis) includes:
Crystal Ball
@Risk
Analytica
Crystal Ball and @Risk both use Microsoft Excel spreadsheets for
input and for output of results. Analytica uses a diagrammatic system
for input and output. Advantages and disadvantages of each of these
products in shown in Table 10.1.
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Product
Advantages
Disadvantages
Crystal Ball
Easy to learn & understand
Logic of analysis is not shown on spreadsheet
Easy to Use
Model has to be re-run to analyse changes
Probability distributions shown on input

sheet
Formatting page breaks can be tedious
Excellent output for forecasts &

assumptions
Input spreadsheet has to be set up to name

assumptions automatically
Assumptions have to be listed as fixed values
Forecast probabilities can be plotted in

Excel
@Risk
Outputs from changes to input have to be

reformatted
Reasonably easy to learn & understand
Logic of analysis is not shown on spreadsheet
Reasonably easy to use
Input spreadsheet has to be set up to name

assumptions automatically
Assumptions shown in spreadsheet cells

as functions
Changes to assumptions can be made
easily
Probability distributions shown in add-on
to @Risk
Model has to be re-run to analyse changes

Formatting output tables can be tedious
Outputs from changes to input have to be
reformatted
Good tabular output for forecasts &

assumptions
Output charts can be transferred to &
formatted in Excel
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Analytica
Reasonably easy to learn & understand
Diagrams can become very complex and

confusing
Reasonably easy to use

No reasonable output listing of assumptions is
available
Uses diagrammatic input

Logic of analysis can be clearly shown
Assumptions shown in diagram nodes as
functions
Overall output is not comprehensive for

presentation purposes
Changes to assumptions can be made

easily
Output distributions can be shown by
clicking diagram
No need to re-run model to analyse
changes
Outputs continuously calculated as model
is built
Good chart outputs for forecasts &
assumptions
Charts can be transferred to & formatted
in Excel
Table 10.1 Risk Quantification Software

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PROJECT

Prepared by Project Management Office

Issued December 2001

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OVERVIEW OF RTA REQUIREMENTS

Concurrence, Approval and Acceptance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5

PROJECT COMPLETION FEEDBACK

Standard Summary Structure for development Project Estimates

Sample Cost Estimate Scope

Sample Work Breakdown Structure

Sample Strategic Estimate Report

Estimate Approval and Acceptance Form

Sample Cost Estimate Scope

Sample Work Breakdown Structure

Sample Concept Estimate Report

Estimate Approval and Acceptance Form

Sample Cost Estimate Scope

Sample Verbal Quotation Record

Sample Site Visit Checklist

Sample Work Breakdown Structure

Sample Estimate Review Sheet

Sample Detailed Estimate Report

Estimate Approval and Acceptance Form

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RTA Project Estimating

1.2 Glossary of Terms

The final responsibility for completion of tasks and achievement

The final out-turn dollar expenditure on a project.

Anticipated Final Cost

The sum of expenditure to date and the forecast expenditure, in

An estimate in current dollars prepared during the concept

Non-variation provision which covers circumstances that could

The value of work expressed in dollars of the day by inflating

An estimate which is reported as a single result.

The total estimate of all aspects of a project prepared prior to

The actual costs of construction of the physical project work,

A calculated prediction of the amount of money required to

First Principles Estimating

An accurate, high order estimating method, which applies

A very approximate, low order estimating method based on all

Costs not included in direct costs (such as supervision, site costs,

A stand alone component of a project.

An allowance which includes the construction contractors

RTA Project Estimating

Dollars of the period in which the work was or will be

A series of inter-related activities with defined start and end

The total estimated cost in current or outturn dollars of all

An estimate which is reported as a range of values within which

The possibility that an expected outcome is not achieved or is

An estimate in current dollars prepared for project feasibility

The lowest cost to reliably accomplish a function in accordance

A structured, analytical process which seeks to achieve value for

Additional approved work or work not required. Also, extras or

RTA Project Estimating

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RTA Project Estimating

OVERVIEW OF RTA REQUIREMENTS

A standard summary structure, which is to be used for all development

Overview of RTA Requirements

will decide whether the estimate should be formulated geographically

2.2 RTA Estimating Policy

RTA Project Estimating

Required estimate range