Whitsunday Coast Airport - Apron Bay 1 Expansion
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About this tender
Overview Whitsunday Regional Council owns and operates the Whitsunday Coast Airport (WCA), located at Proserpine, Queensland. As the primary aviation gateway to the Whitsunday region, the airport plays a significant role in supporting tourism, regional economic development, investment, employment opportunities and connectivity for residents, visitors and businesses. Purpose The Whitsunday Coast Airport Master Plan (2024) identified forecast growth in aircraft movements, aircraft size and passenger demand, together with the associated infrastructure improvements required to support future airport operations. As part of implementing the Master Plan, Whitsunday Regional Council is undertaking the Apron Bay 1 Expansion Project. Scope The scope includes: Expansion of the eastern portion of the existing apron Improvement of operational flexibility at the apron Support for the accommodation of larger aircraft and future growth in scheduled air transport operations (ATO) Tender Briefing A Tender Briefing will be held for this opportunity. Date: Wednesday, 25th November 2026 Time: 3.00pm Location: Whitsunday Coast Airport, Lascelles Avenue, Gunyarra Qld 4800, meeting at the WCA Administration Office All attendees who do not hold a Red ASIC are required to obtain a Visitor Pass to gain entry to the airside of the Airport. The following must be provided for each attendee with the confirmation of attendance email: A clear colour copy of the attendee's Driver's Licence (front and back) A contact phone number for the attendee All attendees must bring and wear a Hi-Vis vest and closed in footwear. Attendance must be confirmed via contracts@whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au no later than COB, Friday 20th November 2026.
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