HS2 Ltd has announced the shortlist of bidders for the contract to build the eco-friendly Interchange Station at the heart of the UK's new high speed rail network in Solihull.

The winner of the contract, worth up to £370 million, will develop the detailed design of the station before construction begins and the station takes shape over the next few years.

The contract is set to support 1,000 jobs, creating a major economic boost for people and businesses in the Midlands. The wider regeneration opportunities around the station will support 30,000 jobs, up to 3,000 new homes and 70,000m2 of commercial space.

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The following organisations will be invited to tender:

• Laing O'Rourke Construction Limited

• Skanska Construction UK Limited

• Unity - a Joint Venture between Sir Robert McAlpine and VolkerFitzpatrick, supported by a subcontractor, WSP.

The construction site for the station covers an area of 150 hectares, and is located within a triangle of land formed by the M42, A45 and A452. Work so far has included construction of modular bridges over the M42 and A446, and remodelling of the road network in the area to facilitate access to the new station.

HS2's Procurement and Supply Chain Director Andrew Cubitt said: "Congratulations to the organisations who have been shortlisted for this significant HS2 contract, which will not only boost jobs in the Midlands, but will open up fantastic supply chain opportunities for businesses right across the country. The benefits go even further, with the wider opportunities for commercial development around Interchange Station set to drive local investment and regeneration."

The contract is to be awarded in 2022.