Expressions of Interest are now open for the $30 million duplication of Riverway Drive in Townsville in Queensland.
Queensland Minister for Main Roads and Road Safety, Mark Bailey, said duplication of a three-kilometre section of the busy road between Gollogly Lane and Allambie Lane would benefit the fast-growing Upper Ross community.
“I’m pleased to announce today the first stage of tenders have been called for the construction of Riverway Drive – an important milestone for this project,” Mr Bailey said.
“Traffic counts have indicated this section of Riverway Drive is reaching capacity, with an average of 20,400 vehicles each day.”
Member for Thuringowa, Aaron Harper, said traffic numbers were expected to reach almost 37,000 in the next 20 years.
“Duplicating Riverway Drive will improve travel times and safety with installation of central medians, signalised intersections and pedestrian crossings,” Mr Harper said.
“An average of 82 jobs will be supported over the life of the project, benefitting the local economy.
“I encourage local suppliers, who are pre-qualified with QTenders, to consider the tender information online.
“This first stage of the tender process gives companies the opportunity to show their previous experience in areas such as maximising local procurement and delivering similar projects.”
Expression of Interest close 18 November 2016.
