Renovations are beginning to convert the former College of the North Atlantic campus in Stephenville Crossing into a courthouse and Government Service Centre for the Bay St. George area.
A $283,000 contract has been awarded to Tech Construction Ltd. to demolish various interior architectural, mechanical and electrical components at the Martin Gallant Building in Stephenville Crossing. Work in the contract includes the removal of ceiling and floor tiles, carpet, fixtures, piping, insulation, drywall, studs and hazardous materials.
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure anticipates work required in this contract to be completed this spring, with further renovations and construction beginning later this year.
The building includes close to 4,080 square metres (43,916 square feet) of space, which will be used as a courthouse, Motor Registration service, and other government services.
The improvements to the building will allow for government services to be provided in a modernized and accessible building. In addition, the renovations will lead to an increase in the safety and security of court proceedings at the courthouse, and a more functional and spacious working environment for public service workers, including judges, lawyers, plaintiffs, and sheriff’s officers.
Construction is anticipated to be completed in 2025.
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 are excited about being able to provide public services in an accessible building to people in the Bay St. George area, and to create a safer space for government employees working in the area. We are grateful for the planning that has gone into this renovation so far. This contract will now clear out the old interior to make way for the improvements.”
Honourable Elvis Loveless
Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure
“Creating accessible environments promotes greater participation in our communities, employment opportunities and public services. While accessibility is more than just meeting minimum building codes, these renovations will promote inclusion and equity for area residents and staff.”
Honourable Sarah Stoodley
Minister of Digital Government and Service NL
“I am excited to see work commence to convert the former College of the North Atlantic campus into a courthouse and government service centre for the Bay St. George area. Having a modern and accessible building for citizens to access court proceedings and government services is important and promotes inclusion, safety and equity. I look forward to the ongoing construction and anticipated completion in 2025.”
Scott Reid
MHA for St. George’s – Humber
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