Overview
The Glen Innes Hospital Redevelopment is a $50 million health infrastructure project funded by Health Infrastructure NSW and being delivered by TCQ Construction. The project forms part of the NSW Government's broader commitment to strengthening regional healthcare services and improving clinical capacity across rural and remote communities.
The redevelopment is located in Glen Innes, a regional township within the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, approximately 570 kilometres north of Sydney. The hospital services a dispersed rural population and supports surrounding communities across the Glen Innes Severn Local Government Area. Due to its regional setting, the project presents unique logistical considerations, and the need to maintain uninterrupted health services throughout construction.
The redevelopment is designed to modernise existing facilities, improve patient flow, enhance emergency response capability, and provide contemporary clinical and support spaces aligned with current health design standards. The project will be delivered in three structured stages to ensure continuity of hospital operations and minimise disruption to patients, staff and emergency services.
Stage 1 - Early Works
The Early Works stage focuses on enabling activities to prepare the site for major construction while maintaining operational safety. Works include demolition of the existing loading dock and sections of the parking area to create space for new infrastructure. Associated roadworks will be undertaken to widen the driveway, improve circulation, and provide updated line marking to support revised traffic management arrangements.
New ambulance parking facilities will be constructed to ensure uninterrupted emergency access during subsequent stages. This stage also includes installation and relocation of site services, lift works, and establishment of a temporary access road to maintain operational separation between construction activities and hospital functions. Temporary back-of-house (BOH) storage facilities will be delivered to maintain service continuity during demolition and construction phases.
Stage 2 - Main Works
The Main Works stage represents the core construction component of the redevelopment. This includes demolition of existing Buildings GI02 and GI03 to enable construction of a new emergency department and associated facilities.
The new build will incorporate:
*A modern emergency department designed to meet contemporary clinical and infection control standards
*A new mortuary facility
*Expanded back-of-house (BOH) areas to improve operational efficiency
*Front-of-house (FOH) areas to enhance patient and visitor experience
*A reconfigured main entry area to improve wayfinding and accessibility
Civil works will include new car parking facilities, landscaping, pedestrian pathways, and surrounding infrastructure upgrades. These improvements are designed to enhance safety, accessibility, and amenity for patients, staff and visitors.
Given the live hospital environment, this stage requires stringent staging, segregation of construction zones, noise and vibration management, infection control protocols, and close coordination with hospital management to ensure uninterrupted clinical services.
Stage 3 - Refurbishment Works
The final stage involves refurbishment works to convert the existing emergency department into a new front-of-house (FOH) area. This adaptive reuse approach maximises existing infrastructure while delivering improved patient-facing facilities. Refurbishment works will include internal reconfiguration, services upgrades, finishes replacement, and compliance upgrades to meet current health facility guidelines.
Procurement and Industry Participation
Procurement of goods and services will align with NSW Government procurement policies and Health Infrastructure delivery frameworks. Opportunities are anticipated across demolition, civil works, structural trades, building services (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and fire), landscaping, roadworks, line marking, specialist healthcare fit-out, and associated supply packages.
Given the regional location, there is a strong emphasis on engaging local and regional suppliers where capability and capacity align with project requirements. Contractors are encouraged to register interest via ICN to ensure visibility during package development and tender release phases.
Following registration of an Expression of Interest (EOI) through ICN, respondents will be assessed based on capability, experience, compliance and alignment with project requirements. Shortlisted suppliers may be invited to participate in formal tender processes as packages are released. Registration does not guarantee award of work but ensures suppliers are considered during procurement planning.
How to register an Expression of Interest (EOI)
- Work packages currently available to submit an EOI for are listed in the 'Work Packages' tab above. Refer to the 'EOI User Guide' below for instructions and assistance to submit an EOI.
- To submit an initial EOI for the work packages, companies must have a Gateway by ICN company profile. Information on how to register your company on Gateway is detailed below.
Gateway by ICN Company Registration
- Click here to register your company profile on Gateway by ICN.
- Support and assistance are available through the document 'Gateway Profile Guide' below.
- Your company summary and company description are used to assess your ability to complete projects when you lodge an EOI - please ensure that your company invests the time and energy required to represent your company in the most effective manner possible.
