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Gippsland Skies Offshore Wind
Tender ID: 589288
Tender Details
Organisation:
Tender #:
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Status:
Closed
Publish Date:
8 July 2025
Closing Date:
30 May 2026
Tender Description
Gippsland Skies Offshore Wind is a landmark renewable energy initiative, proposed to deliver 2.5 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind power from a site approximately 30 kilometres off the south coast of Gippsland, Victoria. This significant infrastructure project is being developed by a consortium of leading Australian and international companies-Mainstream Renewable Power, Reventus Power, AGL Energy, and Direct Infrastructure-uniting global offshore wind expertise with deep local market experience.
Once operational, Gippsland Skies is expected to generate enough clean electricity to power around 1.4 million Victorian homes-approximately 17% of the state's current energy demand. Over its 40-year projected lifespan, the project is forecast to contribute approximately AU$3.7 billion value-add to the Australian economy and create an estimated 4,700 direct jobs over the life of the project.Project Proponent Introduction
Gippsland Skies will be delivered in stages, beginning with pre-construction activities such as environmental and engineering assessments and progressing through to construction, commissioning, and ongoing operations. The project is designed to strengthen the local renewable energy industry by encouraging deep collaboration with local suppliers, communities, and Traditional Owners.
Key components of the project include:
- Offshore wind turbines with fixed-bottom foundations
- Submarine array and export cables
- Offshore and onshore substations
- Onshore transmission infrastructure connecting to the existing grid
The project prioritises sustainability, community engagement, and First Nations partnerships and is committed to meaningful engagement, collaboration, and benefit-sharing with Traditional Owners and the surrounding community.
Project Timing
Gippsland Skies is currently in the feasibility and development phase, following the award of a Feasibility Licence in April 2024. The licence covers a 626 km2 area in the Gippsland offshore wind declared area.
Key milestones:
- Feasibility studies: Underway, including environmental, geotechnical and marine surveys
- Planning and approvals: Underway
- Construction commencement: Targeted for early 2030s, subject to approvals and final investment decisions
- First power generation: Approximately 3 years after construction commencement
- Operational lifespan: Estimated 35 years
Potential Opportunities
The Gippsland Skies project will drive major procurement and contracting opportunities across the full project lifecycle. Opportunities will be available through direct procurement by the consortium as well as downstream opportunities through first-tier contractors.
Key Work Packages:
- Wind turbine generators
- Steel foundations
- Submarine and terrestrial high-voltage cables
- Medium-voltage array cables
- Offshore substations
- Onshore substations
- Transportation, installation, and commissioning
- Operations and maintenance services
Downstream Opportunities for Local Suppliers:
- Plant and equipment hire
- Earthworks and civil construction
- Concrete and quarry products
- Steel fabrication and welding services
- Electrical and plumbing
- Waste management
- Environmental and heritage consulting
- Safety equipment and site services
- Transport, logistics, and accommodation
- Catering and hospitality
- Drone and helicopter services
- Project management and communication
- Training and workforce development
Gippsland Skies encourages participation from Gippsland-based and Victorian businesses, and particularly supports Indigenous enterprises, local small to medium enterprises, and social procurement initiatives.
General inquiries
For inquiries regarding the supplier registration process, please contact the Gippsland Skies Offshore Wind Project procurement team at suppliers@gippslandskies.com.au.
For more information, visit: gippslandskies.com.au
| Work Packages | Closing |
| Any Opportunities | 30 May 2026 |
Express interest for any opportunities that may arise for this project.
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Plant & Equipment Hire
Electrical Systems & Lighting & Equipment & Services : Electrical Equipment & Components & Supplies : Electrical Services : Electrical Wire & Cable & Harness
Electronic Components & Supplies
Engineering & Research & Technical Based Services : Project Management
Environmental & Heritage Services : Environmental Management : Heritage Advisory Services
Waste Management : Waste Collection & Processing
Industrial Production & Manufacturing Services : Metal Fabrication & Welding
Building Products & Materials : Concrete & Cement Products : Prefabricated Buildings : Quarry Products : Sheds & Shelters & Shade Structures : Transportable & Demountable Buildings
Transportation & Logistics : Logistics : Transportation Services
Hospitality & Travel & Tourism : Accommodation & Conference Facilities : Catering & Food Services
Building & Facility Construction & Maintenance Services : Commercial & Industrial Construction Services : Plumbing & Gas Fitting
Civil Construction Services : Civil & Earthworks (General)
Aircraft & Aviation Services : Drones : Helicopter Services
Power Generation & Transmission & Distribution : Power Generation Systems : Power Stations & Substations
Real Estate & Property Services : Facilities Management Services
Education & Training : Vocational Education & Training
Fire & Safety : Safety & Rescue Equipment : Safety & Rescue Services
Electrical Systems & Lighting & Equipment & Services : Electrical Equipment & Components & Supplies : Electrical Services : Electrical Wire & Cable & Harness
Electronic Components & Supplies
Engineering & Research & Technical Based Services : Project Management
Environmental & Heritage Services : Environmental Management : Heritage Advisory Services
Waste Management : Waste Collection & Processing
Industrial Production & Manufacturing Services : Metal Fabrication & Welding
Building Products & Materials : Concrete & Cement Products : Prefabricated Buildings : Quarry Products : Sheds & Shelters & Shade Structures : Transportable & Demountable Buildings
Transportation & Logistics : Logistics : Transportation Services
Hospitality & Travel & Tourism : Accommodation & Conference Facilities : Catering & Food Services
Building & Facility Construction & Maintenance Services : Commercial & Industrial Construction Services : Plumbing & Gas Fitting
Civil Construction Services : Civil & Earthworks (General)
Aircraft & Aviation Services : Drones : Helicopter Services
Power Generation & Transmission & Distribution : Power Generation Systems : Power Stations & Substations
Real Estate & Property Services : Facilities Management Services
Education & Training : Vocational Education & Training
Fire & Safety : Safety & Rescue Equipment : Safety & Rescue Services
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