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Watta Wella Renewable Energy Project

Overview

Watta Wella Renewable Energy Project

The Watta Wella Renewable Energy Project is being developed by RES Australia, one of the world's largest independent renewable energy companies with extensive experience in the development, construction and operation of renewable energy projects globally. The project is progressing through design, procurement and delivery planning following receipt of planning approval in June 2026.

Project Overview

The Watta Wella Renewable Energy Project is located approximately 16 kilometres north-east of Stawell in north-west Victoria. The approved project comprises:

  • Up to 45 wind turbine generators with an approved capacity of up to 360 MW.
  • A Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) with a capacity of up to 400 MW / 1,600 MWh.
  • Internal access roads and hardstands.
  • Underground MV electrical reticulation.
  • Wind farm and BESS substations.
  • Operations and maintenance facilities.
  • Site compounds and associated civil infrastructure.
  • An approximate 2km overhead 220 kv transmission line.

The project is expected to generate enough renewable electricity to power approximately 200,000 Victorian homes while supporting regional economic development and employment opportunities throughout construction and operations.

Scope of Works and Supply Opportunities

RES anticipates a broad range of contracting and supply opportunities throughout the design, construction and operational phases of the project. Indicative opportunities may include, but are not limited to:

Civil and Earthworks

  • Bulk earthworks
  • Site preparation
  • Access track and hardstand construction
  • Drainage and erosion control works
  • Road upgrades and traffic management
  • Quarry products and aggregate supply

Concrete and Structural Works

  • Concrete batching and supply
  • Wind turbine foundation construction
  • Reinforcement steel and anchor cage supply
  • Structural steel fabrication

Electrical and Renewable Energy Infrastructure

  • Underground cable installation
  • Electrical reticulation works
  • Substation construction
  • High-voltage electrical installation
  • Communications infrastructure

Construction Support Services

  • Plant and equipment hire
  • Heavy haulage and logistics
  • Site facilities
  • Fuel supply
  • Security services
  • Environmental management services
  • Surveying and geotechnical services

Operational Services

  • Vegetation management
  • Facility maintenance
  • Asset inspection services
  • Cleaning services
  • Site security
  • Operations and maintenance support

Local and regional suppliers are strongly encouraged to register their interest. RES is committed to maximising opportunities for suitably qualified local businesses and service providers wherever commercially and operationally feasible.

Supplier Requirements and Pre-Qualification Criteria

Interested suppliers should be able to demonstrate:

  • Relevant experience delivering comparable services or products.
  • Strong safety systems and performance records.
  • Appropriate licences, certifications and insurances.
  • Financial capacity to undertake the proposed scope of work.
  • Compliance with applicable workplace, environmental and industrial relations requirements.
  • Commitment to First Nations participation, local employment and supplier diversity initiatives where applicable.
  • Ability to meet project schedules, quality standards and reporting requirements.

Preference may be given to suppliers that can demonstrate local capability, regional employment outcomes and previous experience working on major infrastructure, energy or renewable energy projects.

Registration and Pre-Qualification Process
Businesses wishing to be considered for future opportunities should:

  1. Register their business profile on ICN Gateway.
  2. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) against relevant work packages as they become available.
  3. Complete any project-specific pre-qualification questionnaires and supporting documentation requested by RES or its contractors.
  4. Maintain up-to-date details regarding capabilities, certifications, insurances and contact information within the ICN Gateway platform.

Submission of an EOI does not guarantee inclusion on tender lists or award of work. Suppliers may be required to participate in additional due diligence, capability assessments or formal tender processes before engagement.

Supplier Response Questions

Interested suppliers may be asked to provide responses addressing:

  1. Company overview and primary capabilities.
  2. Relevant experience on renewable energy, transmission, mining, infrastructure or major construction projects.
  3. Demonstrated local workforce and subcontractor capability.
  4. Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) performance and systems.
  5. Quality assurance certifications and procedures.
  6. First Nations participation and social procurement initiatives
  7. Current capacity and availability.
  8. Key differentiators and value-add opportunities.
  9. References from recent comparable projects.

Project Schedule

The project is currently progressing through development and pre-construction activities. Construction is anticipated to commence from late 2027, with commercial operations targeted for early 2030. Suppliers should note that individual work package schedules will vary and will be released progressively as procurement activities advance.

Indicative Project Completion Date: Early 2030 (Commercial Operations Date).

This project description is intended to provide prospective suppliers with an overview of the opportunities anticipated to be available through the Watta Wella Renewable Energy Project and may be updated as project requirements develop.

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Piling services for foundations and structural supports where required, including design support, supply, installation, testing and certification for infrastructure associated with the wind farm, BESS, substations and other project facilities.

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Maintenance and repair of project access routes and local roads used during construction, including grading, pothole repair, pavement maintenance, dust control support, drainage maintenance and reinstatement works where required.

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Cable jointing, termination and testing services for project electrical infrastructure, including underground reticulation, BESS and substation connections, and other medium-voltage or high-voltage cable systems as required.

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