ats environmental 2009 contract models typical & proposed project contract models

ATS Environmental 2009

Contract Models

Typical & Proposed

Project Contract Models


42 Culverts and fords

(1) Notwithstanding regulation 41(2)(d) of these regulations, no person shall construct

any culvert or ford in any natural river, stream, or water in such a way that the

passage of fish would be impeded, without the written approval of the Director-General

incorporating such conditions as the Director-General thinks appropriate.

Freshwater Fisheries Regulations 1983


Given the strength and the intent of the fisheries regulations concerning obstructions to fish passage, it is alarming that, since 1985, many

thousands of structures do not comply.


Most authoritative bodies have policies to remove obstructions to fish

passage however high costs have generally prevented implementation


Typical Model

In anticipation of high costs only “high value” habitats are targeted

Before & After studies are usually commissioned to justify the expenditure

Consultants and/or Engineers engaged to design specific solution

Consent process – adds an extra layer of cost

Tender Process – adds further cost


Typical Model cont…

Civil Works

o Compliance o Heavy Lifting equipmento Accesso Traffic Management Plano Staff Trainingo Project Managers


Tender Process

Consent Process

Consultants-Design-Project management

Anticipated

high cost Prioritise-Before study

Actual

High cost

Compliance-Traffic management-Health & safety-Staff training

Civil work-Heavy lifting-Access-Management

Justify-After study

Typical Model

Minimal uptake

Small skill base


Proposed ModelLow Cost Solutions

Global Consent

Trusted Contractors

Off-the-shelf

Pre-fabricated

Lightweight

Modular

Adaptable

Inter-agency cooperation

Co-ordinated programs

Shared funding

Scientific expertise

Specialised equipment

Experienced personnel

Multiple options

Compliance


Proposed Model

1. Affordable solutions developed for NZ conditions.

2. Global consents

3. Multi-agency funding

4. Task Force approach with civil contactors who are passionate about fish passage

5. Higher compliance rate


Trusted Civil Contractors

A range of tools and specialized equipment

Experience across a range of situations

Work alongside agency staff, students and volunteers

Tackle a number of sites over a short period for less cost


Where To From Here?

The aim of these seminars is to raise awareness at all levels and facilitate inter-

agency cooperation.

ATS Consulting is working in conjunction with NIWA, Regional Councils and other agencies

to develop affordable solutions to remedy obstructions to fish passage.

ats environmental 2009 contract models typical & proposed project contract models

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