This Registration of Interest (ROI) is an invitation to suitably qualified contractors to submit a Tender for the proposed Cromwell Memorial Hall, Museum and Events Centre at Melmore Terrace in Cromwell, Central Otago. This is the first step in a two-step selection process.

Located on Melmore Terrace adjacent the Cromwell Heritage precinct the project is an important strategic outcome identified in the Cromwell spatial masterplan in 2020 and will replace the existing Memorial Hall which has stood on site since the 1950’s. The project involves the demolition of the existing hall and construction of the new Cromwell Memorial Hall, Museum and Events Centre at Melmore Terrace Cromwell. It includes the relocation of the existing War Memorial Cenotaph (including other significant RSA artifacts) and construction of new Gardens, external landscape and new parking. The programme aims to appoint a main contractor towards the end of this year – Looking towards construction (establishment and demolition) start date in November 2023.

This is a significant project for Central Otago District Council and the community of Cromwell and requires a capable and experienced contractor with track record in the associated works and demonstrated capability in the following:

• Evidence of delivering comparable complexity and scale of project with comparable project features (ie: Museum/Gallery, Community spaces, Event space, Auditorium)

• An understanding and capability delivering within Central Otago and working with local sub-contractors

• Understanding and ability to identify and manage risks in relation to supply chain and programme

• Capacity to deliver with qualified key personnel with demonstrated experience and track record

• Excellent health and safety record and approach to SSSP

• Robust methodology managing risk and quality

• Delivering value and broader outcomes for CODC and Cromwell

• Demonstrated ability in delivering sustainable outcomes through construction work practices

• Robust work management plans to manage and mitigate risk.

• Delivery of BIM through construction in line with a BIM execution plan

• Experience in delivering projects of high Community interest and understanding the importance of high-quality communication and being an exemplary neighbour.