Closed
Expressions of Interest (EOI) from parties interested in acquiring Lots 509 and 510 in the Light Industrial Area on Quarry Road.
Tender ID: 588036
Tender Details
Organisation:
Tender #:
-
Status:
Closed
Publish Date:
19 June 2025
Closing Date:
30 September 2025
Tender Description
The Shire of Christmas Island invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from parties interested in acquiring Lots 509 and 510 in the Light Industrial Area on Quarry Road.
This EOI is the first stage of a multi-phase process to identify suitable buyers or lessees who align with the economic development objectives in Council’s statutory strategic community plan Our Island, Our Responsibility 2023-2033.
Following this EOI process the Shire will consider opening a public tender under section 3.58(2)(a) and development of the necessary major land transaction plan as per section 3.59 of the Local Government Act (1995)(WA)(CI).
1. Objectives
The Shire of Christmas Island is seeking to address goals E1 ‘Sustainable Growth’ and E2 ‘Diversified Economic Growth’ in the statutory strategic community plan Our Island, Our Responsibility 2023-2033. Broadly these are summarised as below –
• Stimulate local economic growth and job creation.
• Encourage compatible industrial activity and sustainable land use.
• Ensure the land is developed in line with planning, environmental, and community expectations.
2. Property Overview
• Number of Lots Available: 2
- Lot 509, Quarry Road, approximately 3,026 sqm
- Lot 510, Quarry Road, approximately 2,737 sqm
• Zoning: Industrial, under the present Shire of Christmas Island Local Planning Scheme No.2
• Services: Power, water and sewerage on Quarry Road, needing to be connected to the sites.
A survey map with lot layout are attached in Annexure A.
3. EOI Submission Requirements
Interested parties are requested to fill in the EOI Submission Form that includes:
• Entity Details (name, ABN/ACN if applicable, contact person)
• Intended Use or Business Activity
• Relevant Experience or Background
• Indicative Interest (e.g. preferred lot(s), purchase vs lease preference)
• Statement of Financial Capacity or Funding Readiness
• Any Conditions or Requirements for Acquisition
4. Assessment Criteria
EOIs will be evaluated based on:
• Alignment with the Council’s land use and economic goals
• Demonstrated experience and capability
• Value of proposed use to the local economy
• Capacity to proceed within reasonable timeframes
Note: This is a non-binding process. Council may shortlist respondents for further discussion, request additional information, or otherwise proceed to a full competitive public tender process under s3.58(2)(a) of the Local Government Act 1995(WA)(CI).
5. Lodgement Details
EOIs must be submitted in writing by email or hand delivered by 30th September 2025 to:
CEO David Price
Email - shire.ceo@shire.gov.cx
Post - PO Box 863, Christmas Island 6798
In person – at the George Fam Shire Building between Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm.
Late submissions may not be considered.
6. Additional Information
For further details or to request a site inspection, please contact:
Chris Su, chris@shire.gov.cx, 9164 86300 (237) / 040 7994218
Annexure:
WA Planning Commission Deposited Plan 41053
EOI Submission Form