The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has awarded a contract valued at $2.5 million to Inflector Environmental Services for the demolition of the nurses’ residence at the site of the former Grace Hospital on LeMarchant Road in St. John’s.
On June 6, 2023, the department issued an open call for bids for the demolition of the nurses’ residence, and the tender closed on July 5, 2023.
The scope of work includes hazardous material abatement and disposal, pest control, building demolition, site security, and removal of building service lines. Professional services associated with abatement and safe removal of materials and structures is also part of the contract.
Information on tenders and requests for proposals issued and awarded by the department and other public bodies is available by visiting www.merx.com/govnl.
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“We know that both residents and business owners in the area have been awaiting this demolition for some time, and I am pleased the contract has been awarded. As we continue to evaluate our infrastructure priorities, this site will be brought to a state where it can be considered for future use.”
Honourable John G. Abbott
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure
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