Qiddiya Investment Company to award contract for staff accommodation project
Qiddiya
Investment Company (QIC), a state-owned entity, has received bids for the
staff accommodation project in Qiddiya City. The contract, covering more than
105,000 sq. m, will involve the construction of housing for workers in the
rapidly developing city. The tender was initially issued in October of the
previous year, and QIC is moving forward with plans to expand the city's
infrastructure. Notably, the company has already begun the main construction works
for its performing arts center at Qiddiya Entertainment City.
The groundbreaking ceremony for the
staff accommodation project was attended by Abdullah Aldawood, Managing
Director of QIC. The project site is located near the Tuwaiq Mountains in
Qiddiya, which is home to numerous large-scale developments. The city’s performing
arts center is one of several high-profile projects within the broader Qiddiya
development, including another significant staff accommodation project tied to
the $8 billion NEOM housing PPP.
Other
Key Developments in Qiddiya City
Alongside the staff accommodation
project and performing arts center, Qiddiya is also home to numerous ambitious
developments, such as:
- E-sports Games Arena
- Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Stadium
- Motorsports Track
- Six Flags Qiddiya
- Aquarabia Water Theme Park
- Dragon Ball Entertainment Park
Six Flags Qiddiya, covering
320,000 sq. m, will feature 28 attractions, including 10 thrill rides and 18
family-friendly options for younger visitors.
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Qiddiya City plays a central role in
Saudi Arabia's strategy to boost its leisure tourism sector. According to
GlobalData, leisure tourism in the Kingdom has seen significant growth in
recent years. Last year, Saudi Arabia recorded over 130 million domestic and
international visitors, marking a 6% increase over 2024.
Qiddiya
City Staff Accommodation Project Overview
- Project Name:
Qiddiya City Staff Accommodation Project
- Project Owner:
Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC)
- Project Type:
Residential accommodation for staff
- Location:
Near the Tuwaiq Mountains, Qiddiya, Saudi Arabia
- Scope:
Construction of workforce housing units spanning over 105,000 sq. m to
support staff living within Qiddiya
- Tender Issued:
October of the previous year
- Current Status:
Bidding phase completed; contractor selection in progress
- Purpose:
To meet the urgent workforce housing needs of the growing Qiddiya City
Related
Qiddiya Developments
Qiddiya’s broader master plan
includes numerous attractions and infrastructure projects aimed at positioning
the city as a global hub for entertainment and tourism:
- Performing Arts Center
- Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Stadium
- E-sports Arena
- Motorsports Track
- Six Flags Theme Park (320,000 sq. m)
- 28 rides: 10 thrill rides and 18 family attractions
- Aquarabia Water Park
- Dragon Ball Entertainment Park
Strategic
Importance
The staff accommodation project is a
vital element in supporting the workers who will help bring Qiddiya City to
life. Additionally, Qiddiya is part of Saudi Arabia’s larger efforts to
diversify its economy and establish itself as a world-leading leisure and
entertainment destination.
Saudi
Arabia's Booming Tourism Sector
According to GlobalData, Saudi
Arabia saw a 6% growth in visitor numbers last year, with over 130 million
domestic and international visitors, further underscoring the rapid expansion
of the Kingdom’s tourism sector. The development of large-scale tourist
infrastructure across the country, including projects like Qiddiya, is fueling
this upward trajectory.
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Project
Current
Status
- Bidding Stage:
Completed
- Contractor Selection:
In progress
- Next Steps:
Ongoing expansion as part of the larger Qiddiya City development
Source:
Construction Review
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