Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 October 2024
240. Deputy Jim O'Callaghan asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform when it is proposed to commence work on the Garda station in Newcastle West; if an update on the project will be provided; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40994/24]
View answerI wish to thank the Deputy for his question and to inform him that a preferred main contractor has been identified and the standstill period for Reserved Specialists is currently underway. It is intended to hold a pre contract award meeting with the preferred tenderers by the end of October subject to no challenges during this statutory standstill period.
Following the approval of the Final Business Case by the Department of Justice which is being submitted by An Garda Síochána, it is intended to issue a Letter of Acceptance to the Main Contractor. The Office of Public Works expects the contractor to start on site in November/ December 2024. The construction period is expected to last approximately 90 weeks and substantial completion is expected in Q3 2026.
