Tenders & Expression of Interests

Expression of Interest

Expressions of Interest: Future Use, Redevelopment of the Grand Hotel and adjacent shop, Cobar

Cobar Shire Council is inviting Expressions of Interest for the future use, redevelopment and purchase of the Grand Hotel and adjacent shop, located at 34 and 36 Marshall Street, Cobar.

The Grand Hotel is one of Cobar’s most significant buildings and occupies a prominent position within the town’s historic Marshall Street. Through this Expression of Interest process, Council is seeking to better understand potential future uses, commercial interest and achievable redevelopment opportunities for this important local asset.

Council welcomes innovative and achievable proposals that contribute positively to the economic, social and cultural future of Cobar. This may include proposals that support CBD activation, tourism, accommodation, hospitality, retail, commercial activity, mixed-use development and other outcomes that deliver long-term community benefit.

Key dates and submission details
EOI opens: Monday 27 July 2026
EOI closes: Monday 24 August 2026 at 5pm AEST
Submissions: mail@cobar.nsw.gov.au
Enquiries: General Manager, Cobar Shire Council – 02 6836 5888

Any addendum and clarification’s issued during the EOI period, together with responses to relevant questions received, will be published on Council’s website for the information of all interested parties.

Interested parties are encouraged to review the Expression of Interest documentation and prepare a submission outlining their proposed use, commercial proposal, delivery approach, capability and expected benefits for Cobar.

Council is excited to see the ideas, opportunities and possibilities that come forward through this process and how they may help shape a vibrant and sustainable future for the Grand Hotel and the wider Cobar community.

Expression of Interest Grand Hotel and adjacent shop

Engineering Report

Survey Building Plans

Addendum and Clarifications Issued
Nil

Tenders

Cobar Shire Council has a range of projects which businesses can submit tenders for.

All tenderers must comply with the NSW Government Code of Practice for the Construction Industry.

Tender documents may be obtained by visiting www.tenderlink.com/cobar or www.vendorpanel.com.au/cobar/tenders

The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted and the canvassing of any Councillors will automatically disqualify the tenderer.

Current Tenders

For all current tenders please go to www.tenderlink.com/cobar or www.vendorpanel.com.au/cobar/tenders

Business Ethics Policy

The Statement of Business Ethics is a means of providing guidance regarding the standards of ethical behaviour that organisations, service providers, small businesses and individuals can expect from Councillors and members of staff, and that are expected of them, in their dealings with Council.

Procurement Policy

Cobar Shire Council is committed to providing best value in the services it provides to the community. An important element in achieving this is the responsible procurement of goods, services or works.

Contracts Register

Cobar Shire Council’s Contracts Register contains a summary of current contracts between Cobar Shire Council and private sector contractors.

In accordance with Section 27 of the Government Information (Public Access ) Act 2009 (GIPA), Council is required to maintain a register that records information about contracts entered into with the private sector bodies which have (or are likely to have) a value of $150,000 or more.

This requirement however, does not apply to contracts entered into by Councils before commencement of the GIPA Act on 1 July 2010.

The Act provides for three different classes of contracts, each with different information disclosure requirements.

Class 1 – Contracts that have, or are likely to have a value of $150,000 or more.

Class 2 – Are class 1 contracts where:

There has not been a public tender process and the terms and conditions of the contract have been negotiated directly with the contractor, or

The contract went to tender (public or not) but the terms and conditions have been substantially negotiated with the contractor.
The obligation is for one or more parties to maintain or operate the infrastructure or asset
Could continue for 10 years or more, and the contract involves a privately financed project or the exchange of significant assets.

Class 3 – If a class 2 has a value or likely to have a value of more than $5 million, it becomes a class 3 contract. Agencies must publish a copy of class 3 contract on the register of government contracts.

Council’s current Contracts Register can be viewed by accessing the link below. If you requires any further information please contact Council’s Administration Office on (02) 6836 5888.