In an effort to explore potential options to maximize use of the Bull Arm Fabrication Site, the Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC, Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology, today announced the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the possible sale or lease of the Bull Arm Fabrication Site.

The RFP process for the sale or lease of the Bull Arm Fabrication Site will ensure that all proposals are assessed in a fair and transparent manner. The main objective of the RFP is to ensure that the site continues to be used in a fashion that provides the maximum economic and employment benefit to the people of Newfoundland and Labrador, while also providing a viable long-term business opportunity for potential proponents.

After proposals are received and assessed, government will determine which, if any, of the plans that are forthcoming warrant proceeding to the next significant step of commercial negotiations. The RFP does not bind government to proceed with a sale or lease of the site to any of the respondents. The Provincial Government welcomes all potential proponents to submit proposals in compliance with the direction in the RFP, which can be found on the department’s website.

The Bull Arm Fabrication Site is Atlantic Canada’s largest fabrication site. It spans over 25 square kilometres with 10 kilometres of paved roadway, and 20,600 square metres of enclosed fabrication facilities and marine infrastructure. The site was originally developed for the Hibernia project in the 1990s but has played a key role in the development of a number of major projects since that time, including serving as the location for the construction and integration of major components for the Hebron project. The lease for the Bull Arm Site is currently held by Bull Arm Fabrication Inc., which operates the site on behalf of the Provincial Government.

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“We know there is keen interest in the future of the Bull Arm Site, particularly from local municipalities, the service and supply community and labour groups. The evaluation of submitted proposals will consider the impact on stakeholders and any decisions made will be in the best interests of the people of the province.”
Honourable Andrew Parsons, KC
Minister of Industry, Energy and Technology

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