A rendering of the planned new Rockwood Terrace long term care home. Photo from Grey CountyA rendering of the planned new Rockwood Terrace long term care home. Photo from Grey County
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Grey County chooses Rockwood Terrace tender

The tender has closed for the largest capital construction project in Grey County history.

Grey County Council is recommending awarding the Rockwood Terrace general construction contract to Melloul-Blamey Construction Ltd. with a bid of $59,230,000 (excluding HST).

Council made the decision at the April 25 session of Committee of the Whole.

The project will be co-funded by the provincial government and requires approval from the Ministry of Long-Term Care before the tender can be formally awarded.

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