Expressions of interest (EOI) are now open for construction of the Kal City Centre Project, a $16 million investment to overhaul Kalgoorlie’s city centre.
The project aims to transform three precincts within the Kalgoorlie city centre and incorporate activity and event spaces, alfresco dining, a junior play space, and a new urban plaza.
The EOI process for construction components aims to maximise local and Aboriginal business participation through facilitated procurement workshops with interested lead construction contractors.
Interested contractors will be invited to attend a site inspection in mid-September which will include a networking evening with local businesses interested in sub-contracting for the project.
Regional Development Minister Alannah MacTiernan said the project has been a long time in the making.
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“Kalgoorlie has some of the finest architecture in regional Australia, and this needs to be fully showcased,” she said.
“Our Government is determined to ensure the project delivers local economic benefits through engagement and employment of regionally based businesses and people, with a particular focus on Aboriginal job opportunities.”
Mining and Pastoral Region MLC Kyle McGinn they were excited to see Kal City Centre revitalisation works begin.
“Like I have always said, when the State spends money on projects it is critical that we maximise local opportunities in all facets of the project,” McGinn said.
“The Kalgoorlie city centre is in much need of a face lift and the McGowan Government has continued to back this transformational project.
“Kalgoorlie-Boulder has an amazing arts and cultural scene and I am eager to see how that is captured in the Kal City Centre Project.”
Expressions of interest close on October 5, 2020.