Murray Aquatic and Leisure Centre Masterplan Review, Strategy and Business Case

Overview The Shire of Murray is seeking submissions from suitably qualified multidisciplinary consultant teams to undertake a review and update of the Murray Aquatic and Leisure Centre Masterplan 2016 and prepare a contemporary, staged redevelopment and investment strategy for the future development of the Centre. About The successful consultant will build upon the significant strategic planning, needs analysis and internal operational assessments already undertaken by the Shire. The project is not intended to recommence strategic planning and needs assessment work already completed, but rather to validate and refine this work in response to current conditions and future requirements. Relevant background documents and available operational and asset information will be provided to the successful consultant. Purpose The project will establish a contemporary, evidence-based framework to guide future investment in the Murray Aquatic and Leisure Centre, support long-term financial planning and strengthen advocacy for external funding. Objectives Key outcomes include: A preferred long-term Masterplan A staged redevelopment and implementation framework Asset renewal and lifecycle assessment Operational and financial investment modelling A business case and funding strategy Concept designs with preliminary cost estimates for priority Stage 1 redevelopment works Scope The scope includes: Strategic review and update of the existing Masterplan Preparation of a staged redevelopment strategy and implementation framework Operational feasibility assessment Preparation of a supporting business case and investment strategy Concept designs and preliminary construction cost estimates for prioritised Stage 1 redevelopment works The preferred approach should provide practical, achievable and financially responsible solutions capable of staged implementation. Contractor Requirements Suitably qualified, multidisciplinary consultant team A multidisciplinary and collaborative approach is required to ensure strategic planning, operational modelling, architectural planning and financial analysis collectively inform the recommended redevelopment outcomes Contract Terms and Conditions The Shire is seeking completion of the project by June 2027 where practicable The preferred Masterplan, staging and indicative high-level capital costs are to be sufficiently advanced by May 2027 to support preliminary advocacy and forward planning