The Request for Qualifications has been issued! We still have a way to go before construction begins, but this is a big step forward, so definitely cause for celebration. Submissions will be accepted until July 31, 2014 and the companies that best meet the required qualifications will then be asked to submit detailed proposals.

One of the qualifications required is the ability to fund the project as a Public Private Partnership. The Ministry of Finance previously confirmed that a P3 arrangement offers considerable savings in the cost of this project while also reducing financial risks.

You can read the full News Release here.