Rossmore Grange – Multi Sports Centre of Excellence

Overview Liverpool City Council is undertaking market research to assess market interest and industry requirements for the possible development of a nationally significant Australian Sporting Excellence Centre & Sports Innovation Precinct. About The research will engage a broad range of stakeholders, including sporting organisations, professional sporting clubs, national and state sporting bodies, educational institutions, health providers, investors, developers, hotel operators, sporting venue operators, technology providers, research institutions and strategic partners. The precinct is currently proposed to be located at Rossmore Grange within the Liverpool Local Government Area. It is strategically positioned adjacent to the Western Sydney Aerotropolis and in close proximity to the new Western Sydney International Airport, with the potential to become Australia's leading destination for elite sport, sports science, athlete development, sports medicine, innovation, tourism and international sporting events. Liverpool is positioned within one of Australia's most significant economic growth corridors. The development of the Western Sydney International Airport, Western Sydney Aerotropolis, Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport Line, major road and freight infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing and logistics sectors is transforming the region into a globally connected economic hub, creating opportunities for employment, business growth and innovation, while supporting large-scale sporting, tourism, education and commercial developments. Rossmore Grange represents an opportunity to create a destination sporting precinct capable of serving community sport, elite athlete development, national sporting organisations, international sporting federations, universities and researchers, sports medicine providers, and investors and commercial partners. Council's vision is to establish a precinct that delivers long-term community, economic and sporting outcomes for Liverpool, Western Sydney and Australia. Purpose Through this engagement, Council aims to gain insights into current market trends, emerging opportunities, operational requirements and innovation initiatives that could contribute to the success of the proposed precinct. The findings will inform Council's future planning and decision-making by providing an evidence-based understanding of stakeholder needs, market demand, commercial opportunities, and the potential role of Liverpool. Objectives Council is undertaking this research to: Gauge market interest Understand industry requirements Assess investment appetite Determine preferred delivery models Explore partnership opportunities Inform future master planning Support future business case development Inform future procurement activities Instructions to Respondents This RFI is for information gathering only and does not constitute a commitment to procure.