Blueprint development contract announced

Blueprint development contract announced

After a short but extremely intense selection programme, the proposer chosen to work within CCDU to develop the Blueprint for the central city has been decided.

Boffa Miskell will be the lead company in a consortium which includes representatives from Populous, Woods Bagot, Sheppard and Rout, Warren and Mahoney and RCP.

CCDU director Warwick Isaacs says the selection was difficult given the high calibre of the applicants.

“I have been incredibly impressed by the drive and commitment towards the rebuild that came through from all of those who applied to be part of this development.

“It is clear that the desire to rebuild Christchurch as a modern, green, exciting city is shared by the people working in the development and planning industries, as well as the residents who live here.”

Mr Isaacs says Boffa Miskell and its partners have vast experience in design and planning, which are key components to the development of the central city.

“We have a tight timeframe to get the work done, but with the team we have developed with Boffa Miskell, I am quite confident that the Blueprint development will now be full steam ahead and delivered to the Minister on time.”

The contract awarded yesterday is in the order of $1 million, although additional costs may be identified as the 100-day programme proceeds.

The Boffa Miskell-led team will be based within CCDU at the CERA headquarters. Their work starts today.

The Blueprint is scheduled to be released on Friday 27 July 2012.

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