The construction tender for the long-awaited District Ride Centre in Ocean Grove's Kingston Park has been awarded, with works tipped to begin in October.
Council this week selected World Trail Unit Trust to construct the $2.98 million facility after an open tender process that received four submissions. The City will enter into a contract once the supplier has met the pre-contract conditions.
The company was recommended as the preferred tenderer after achieving the highest overall score and providing best value for money for the bulk earthworks, in-ground hydraulics, civil works, minor building construction and landscaping.
The project's Community Reference Group has been working through a series of workshops to progress the detailed design plans .
The layout and features take into account ideas and feedback raised in our community consultation. Able to accommodate approximately 100 riders at any time, the centre will feature:
- mountain bike jumps including table tops, hip jumps, wall ride and other features
- six lines including a 60 metre return and five dirt jump lines for all skill levels, from 75 to 200 metres long
- 130 metres of asphalt pump track, designed to encourage rider progression and allowing for skate and scooter riders too
- central landscaped space for spectators, gatherings and rider rest
- start mound shelters, seating and bike rack.
Greater Geelong Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM
The successful tenderer is well known in the industry as a leader in sustainable solutions and innovative mountain bike trail design.We're thrilled to award World Trail with the construction tender as the company is an expert in catering to all skill levels and inspiring more people to embrace BMX and mountain bike riding.
The construction tender and detailed designs are a game-changer and demonstrate that the District Ride Centre is within reach for local and visiting riders.
The design of this facility shows the potential for the District Ride Centre to be an industry leading, flagship riding facility for the City's local and visiting riders alike.
Connewarre Ward Councillor Elise Wilkinson
The District Ride Centre is set to bring a lot of joy and health benefits to the Bellarine.This project is a direct result of young riders in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads asking Council for a district level ride facility and we thank them for their passion and advocacy.
We're also very proud of the Community Reference Group's work that has shaped these plans.
From kids learning to ride to seasoned pros, this new ride facility will have something for everyone.
This project is in addition to Council's planned staged refresh of The Hill Mountain Bike Park in Newtown, Corio's Stead Park Dirt Jumps and the Waurn Ponds Dirt Jumps.
