- Cook Labor Government seeks to establish advanced manufacturing facility to boost supply of medium to high density affordable housing
- Supports government's priority of ensuring every Western Australian has a home
- Expressions of interest seeking proposals to establish the world-leading construction technology in WA for affordable housing and major infrastructure projects
- Facility would accelerate delivery of major housing and infrastructure projects
- EOI process to close Wednesday 19 November 2025 via Tenders WA with successful proponent expected to be appointed by February 2025
The Cook Labor Government is continuing to deliver on its priority of ensuring every Western Australian has a home with expressions of interest (EOI) being sought for a new advanced manufacturing facility to accelerate the construction of major housing and infrastructure projects throughout WA.
Through this EOI process, the government is seeking a private sector partner to develop and operate a manufacturing facility in WA that will deliver cutting-edge design for manufacturing and assembly (DfMA) capabilities.
These capabilities will help accelerate medium to high density affordable housing supply in infill precincts and transport-oriented developments around METRONET stations, as well as give the State capacity to further support major non-residential infrastructure projects, including hospitals and correctional facilities.
The facility would support faster construction through the streamlined design of key components such as concrete walls, floor slabs and piers, and pre-fabrication of those components within the facility.
Prefabricated components would then be transported to site, where they would be craned into place and assembled by construction workers.
To support the delivery of this facility, the State is offering up to 10 hectares of land within the Meridian Park Precinct in Neerabup. Proponents may also request access to alternative State-owned land on the basis that the logistical benefits for any alternate site proposed must be demonstrated.
The government will consider providing upfront support in the form of a nominal lease, contributions toward infrastructure, and other assistance that supports the projects viability.
Contributions will be assessed to ensure they deliver value for money for WA.
Proponents must demonstrate how their proposed facility will reduce design and construction timeframes, lower costs for medium and high density residential developments and major non-residential infrastructure, and offer scale, with the ability to build capacity to deliver more than 2,000 apartments per year and future flexibility to support non-residential major infrastructure.
This EOI process will be administered by the Office of Major Infrastructure Delivery, with the process to close on Wednesday, 19 November 2025 via Tenders WA.
Shortlisted proponents will proceed to a request for proposals phase in December 2025.
It is expected that subject to negotiations, a successful proponent will be appointed in early 2026, with the potential for the facility to be operational by late 2027.
For more information, visit www.tenders.wa.gov.au/watenders/index.do
As stated by Premier Roger Cook:
"Western Australia's economy is the strongest in the nation, but our growing population has put pressure on our State's housing market.
"That's why my government is prioritising ensuring every Western Australian has a home.
"My government's efforts to improve housing supply and affordability are working, as demonstrated by a nation-leading 22,600 new homes being built last financial year.
"The advanced manufacturing facility is an innovative partnership opportunity with industry to sustainably increase the delivery of quality affordable housing options faster, cheaper and in a safe environment for local workers.
"By supporting new construction methods, my government will continue to ensure a steady stream of affordable housing is made available for all Western Australians."
As stated by Deputy Premier and Treasurer Rita Saffioti:
"Innovation in housing construction can support delivery of medium and high-density housing in infill precincts, which means more people can live close to schools, transport and access to jobs.
"Delivering a capability like this is a game-changing opportunity to transform how we deliver affordable housing and major infrastructure in Western Australia.
"By embracing advanced manufacturing, we can reduce costs, speed up delivery, and create hundreds of local jobs while supporting our State's housing and infrastructure priorities."
As stated by Housing and Works Minister John Carey:
"We are partnering with industry to embrace innovation to deliver affordable housing faster and more efficiently.
By leveraging advanced manufacturing, we can reduce build times, cut costs, and create high-quality homes for Western Australians who need them most.
The advanced manufacturing facility will help developers overcome the cost barriers to construct much needed affordable medium to high density projects, delivering more housing supply and choice."
As stated by Manufacturing Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson:
"An advanced manufacturing facility of this kind will create skilled jobs, build local supply chains, and support the development of new manufacturing expertise in WA.
"We will build more things here and diversify Western Australia's economy by enabling advanced construction technology and large-scale production.
"We're laying the groundwork for a world-class manufacturing hub."
