Expressions of interest are now being sought for the $105 million upgrade of the Boundary Road Interchange near Narangba in Queensland.
Prequalified construction companies can now register their interest in the project, which will focus on construction of a new six-lane bridge over the highway.
“The upgrade will boost the interchange’s capacity and enhance safety for motorists who use this section of the highway. As an added bonus, pedestrians and cyclists will have improved access,” Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Warren Truss said in a statement.
Minister for Main Roads and Road Safety Mark Bailey said in a statement that the second stage of the tender process enables any shortlisted contractors to tender for a Transport Infrastructure Contract—Construction Only (TIC-CO) contract to undertake the major works.
“The upgrade will see a new six-lane, four-span concrete bridge built over the Bruce Highway including a shared pedestrian and cycle crossing, as well as new signalised intersections at the new exit and entry ramps,” he said.
“It is anticipated the successful tenderer will be announced early next year, with construction to start by mid-2016.”
The $105 million Bruce Highway-Boundary Road Interchange Upgrade project is jointly funded with the Australian Government committing up to $84 million and the Queensland Government contributing $21 million.