001300_Cairns Masterplan

### 🏗️ Tender Overview: Cairns Masterplan James Cook University (JCU) is seeking proposals from qualified firms for **Principal Consultant Services** to lead the development of the **Cairns Masterplan**. This project aims to enhance the university's distributed campus model, which includes the Nguma-bada (Smithfield) location, the Yeinie Building (Dugurrdja Precinct), and shared facilities at Cairns Hospital. #### 📋 Scope and Requirements - **Role:** The successful Principal Consultant will be responsible for managing and engaging all necessary subconsultants to deliver the project scope. - **Context:** The masterplan must account for a diverse range of facilities, including research and teaching spaces, library services, and student amenities, supporting a population of over 2,400 students. - **Expertise Needed:** The university is looking for firms with strong capabilities in: - Architecture and Urban Design - Land Use Planning - Landscape Architecture - Engineering Consulting - Project Management #### 📅 Key Dates - **Tender Open:** 26 May 2026 - **Supplier Query Cut-off:** 08 June 2026, 03:00 PM - **Tender Close:** 11 June 2026, 03:00 PM - **Expected Decision:** 02 July 2026 This is a significant opportunity for multidisciplinary design and planning firms to shape the future infrastructure of a leading Australian university. Interested parties should ensure their submissions align with the university's goal of maintaining a connected, supportive, and industry-aligned learning environment.