- Major hospital upgrade reaches important step to appoint a managing contractor
- Project moving forward with Requests for Proposal released to shortlisted companies
- $122.7 million revamp will deliver improved health services in the Mid-West
The $122.7 million upgrade of Geraldton Health Campus is a step closer after successfully progressing to the Request for Proposal (RFP) stage of the managing contractor procurement process.
Following evaluation of the Expressions of Interest (EOI), the project is moving forward with the RFP process to select the most suitable and capable partner to deliver the multi-million dollar revamp of Geraldton Health Campus.
The redeveloped Geraldton Health Campus will transform the current hospital into a modern, accessible facility that includes an expanded emergency department and intensive care unit and integrated mental health service.
It will bring together the latest advancements in healthcare technology, infrastructure, and patient-centred design to enhance the overall health experience.
The RFP process includes the submission of key milestone dates, pricing information and proposed delivery of social procurement objectives.
The successful managing contractor is expected to be appointed from this process.
The design of the health campus, including the functional and technical requirements, timeframe for delivery, and incorporation of elements that reflect the region's Aboriginal culture, landmarks and history, will be confirmed through the managing contractor appointment process.
As stated by Finance Minister Sue Ellery:
"This is an important milestone in a project that was a significant election commitment, and the McGowan Government is fully committed to delivering the planned upgrades.
"The advancement of this multi-million dollar hospital demonstrates our devotion to delivering high-quality healthcare services to the people of Geraldton and the Mid-West region."
As stated by Health Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson:
"This project will see a new, modernised Geraldton Health Campus and includes the addition of an intensive care unit - a first for the region.
"The redevelopment will improve clinical capacity in emergency and inpatient mental health services."
As stated by Geraldton MLA Lara Dalton:
"This is a significant investment in healthcare in the regions, which the community of Geraldton and the Mid-West will benefit from for many years to come."
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