Set to become Asia's first premier motorsports and entertainment centre, the CMH will rise from a 41-hectare sea-facing site near the Changi Airshow Grounds.

This is more than double the initial plot size of 20ha when the plan for the Hub was first announced in 2007.

The Hub, which is expected to be ready by the end of 2011, will feature a permanent racetrack of at least 3.5km, along with a permanent sheltered grandstand offering unblocked views of the entire track for at least 8,000 spectators.

It will house its own racing academy and will serve as a regional training and research and development centre for motorsports. It will host top international motorsports competitions - including FIA Grade 2 races - and Meeting, Incentive, Conference and Exhibition (MICE) events. Motorsports-related and general retail outlets, restaurants and other engaging lifestyle and entertainment offerings will also be available at the Hub.

The SSC hopes to attract potential consortia that comprise entities such as racetrack designers, architects, property developers, sports developers, events and entertainment organisers and retailers.

The RFP will be available from the SSC from 3pm on Monday. A $10,000 deposit is required for the RFP, which will be refunded upon submission of a conforming proposal. Proposals must be submitted by 4pm on Aug 27, 2009.

The CMH is a major project initiated by the Government that will contribute to the Government's vision of a S$2 billion sports industry by 2015, along with the goal of employing 20,000 people in sports related jobs.