Companies are being invited to register their interest to design and build a proposed light rail system in Newcastle, New South Wales.
Transport for NSW plans to begin construction of the network later this year.
A Transport for NSW spokesman said: “We’re now calling on qualified organisations to register their interest for the design and construction tender for light rail. From here we’ll develop a shortlist and expect to award a formal tender by the middle of the year.
“This is an important step in the project to make sure the best people are on the ground to get on with the job.”
Adding: “Transport for NSW is full steam ahead on this project, and expects to start consultation with the community in the coming months as part of the light rail planning approvals process.”
The contract is expected to be awarded in mid-2016.
