The Bathurst Hospital Redevelopment is a step closer, with the main works contractor appointed and work set to begin in the coming months.
The $200 million redevelopment will provide patients, staff and carers with access to modern health facilities and expanded healthcare services to meet the needs of Central West communities.
Construction firm Icon SI (Aust) Pty Ltd has been awarded the contract following a competitive tender process.
The redevelopment will include:
More than 70 additional car parking spaces are planned to be delivered onsite and in surrounding streets, including 46 additional parking spaces at key locations providing a boost to the existing 306 car spaces for staff, patients and visitors. This will support improved access to the new hospital main entry on Mitre Street and the existing hospital entry on Howick Street.
The hospital design has been informed by extensive feedback and consultation with health professionals, staff, patients and Aboriginal community representatives.
The appointment of the main works contractor follows planning approval for the project, with an assessment of the Review of Environmental Factors (REF) placed on public exhibition earlier this year.
During construction of the Bathurst Hospital Redevelopment, a strong focus will be placed on engaging local tradespeople, suppliers, and subcontractors. This will help maximise the economic benefits of the project within the region and ensure the local community has a stake in the hospital's future.
Local trades and supplier information sessions will be facilitated by Icon SI (Aust) Pty Ltd, providing details on upcoming work packages, pre-qualification requirements, and how to register interest in subcontracting opportunities. Supporting the local economy, Icon are partnering with Lipman who have a local Bathurst office.
The project is expected to create hundreds of jobs throughout construction and beyond, supporting the local economy and workforce.
Main works construction is expected to be completed in 2028.
Businesses and tradespeople can also visit the project website or contact the project team to register their interest via email HI-Bathurst@health.nsw.gov.au.
For the latest news and information about the project visit: Bathurst Hospital Redevelopment.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Health, Ryan Park:
“The appointment of the main works contractor marks a key milestone for the Bathurst Hospital Redevelopment, I'm really looking forward to seeing this exciting project come to life.
“These new state-of-the-art-facilities will transform the delivery of healthcare for the Bathurst community, improving patient outcomes and supporting the valuable work of our dedicated health care staff.
“This redevelopment will not only help deliver high-quality care, we're also supporting local jobs and creating opportunities for local trades, apprentices, and suppliers to be part of the project."
Quotes attributable to Labor Spokesperson for Bathurst, Stephen Lawrence:
“I'm very excited we're getting on with the job, as each step of the process gets us closer to delivering the Bathurst Hospital Redevelopment to provide the health services the community deserves.
“Feedback from staff, clinicians, patients, stakeholders and the community has informed the planning and design of the new hospital, which will deliver first-class and contemporary care for Bathurst and surrounding communities.
“It will also provide a significant economic boost to the region's economy, and it's great to see local trades and businesses being given the chance to play a key role in the redevelopment."