Invitation to Tender for Macpherson Indoor Stadium redevelopment project in Mong Kok

The Hong Kong Playground Association (HKPA) and the Urban Renewal Authority (URA) today (Wednesday) invited a total of 15 property developers to tender for the joint development of the Macpherson Indoor Stadium redevelopment project in Mong Kok.

The project covers a site area of about 26,000 square feet. Upon completion, it is expected to deliver a new and modern indoor stadium and a youth centre, in addition to about 206,000 square feet of residential and commercial floor area.

Following the expression of interest exercise which closed on 5 May 2008, 16 submissions were received. A tender review panel under the URA Board has decided to invite 15 of the interested parties for tender, after taking into consideration their experience and financial strength to undertake the development in accordance with the requirements and criteria set by the Authority.

All tender submissions should reach the Hong Kong Playground Association (Head Quarters), 11/F, Southorn Centre, 130 Hennessy Road, Wanchai, by 5:00 pm on 30 May 2008.

For media enquiries, please contact

1) Executive Director, HKPA, Mr. Edward Leung (Tel : 2573 3849)

2) Senior Manager(External Relations), URA, Mr. Jimmy Sha (Tel : 2588 2306)


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