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ACTION Buses Refuelling Infrastructure Upgrade
Location
Belconnen and Tuggeranong, Australian Capital Territory
Value
$3.6 million
Client
ACT Government
Status
Complete
About the project
BMD delivered two complete fuel system upgrades whilst maintaining full refuelling capabilities at both sites. The project involved design and construction of the refuelling and environmental controls of two bus depots located at Belconnen and Tuggeranong. The works were executed in parallel at the two sites which were located 30 minutes apart.
Scope
Replacement of the aboveground diesel tanks at Belconnen with two 80,000 litre tanks including new foundations, extension of bunding, installation of a major roof structure, and a spel puraceptor for the oily water separation
Replacement of the fuel delivery lines and delivery pumps as well as instrumentation at Belconnen
Installation of new tanker unloading facilities at both sites with remote tank selection and automatic high level shutoffs
Design and construction of the refuelling and environmental controls of two bud depots
Replacement of all bowers in order to include sumps and electronic heads allowing data capture and authorisation control
Upgrading the waste oil facilities to ensure correct environmental controls including automatic overfill protection
Outcomes
The project team was flexible in their approach, accommodating late changes and additions to the original scope. The design process was expediated by continuously liaising with the client throughout the project. Transparent and consistent communication with suppliers resulted in minimal delays across the delivery of components and installation of structures.