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Wood Innovation and Design Centre Project

The Wood Innovation and Design Centre (WIDC) will be a centre of excellence for wood innovation, design and product diversification to expand the use of wood in construction and innovative wood product manufacturing.

Wood Innovation and Design Centre Project

Project Details

Project Description: The Wood Innovation and Design Centre (WIDC) in Prince George will showcase British Columbia’s expertise and global reputation as a leader in wood construction and design, and engineered wood products. Its construction will catalyze new wood product development, commercialization, and adoption.

Client: Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Skills Training
Capital Cost: Approximately $25 million
Partner: PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc. (PCL)
Project Status: Operational
Project Report:
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Milestones

Request for Qualifications issued April 13, 2012
Request for Qualifications closed June 5, 2012
Shortlist announced September 10, 2012
Request for Proposals issued September 10, 2012
Contract award March 27, 2013
Construction to begin April 2013
Construction completed October 31, 2014

Project Updates

Procurement Documents

Project Map

Project Contacts

Project Contact:

Catherine Silman
Email: Catherine.Silman@infrastructurebc.com

Media Contact:

Media Relations
Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation
Phone: (250) 356-7104

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