The province of Buenos Aires in Argentina has invited bids for the modernisation of seven casinos in Necochea, Miramar, Tandil, Sasso, Hermitage, Mar de Ajo and Sierra de la Ventana.

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The president of the Provincial Lottery and Casino Institute, Gonzalo Atanasof, signed the resolution promoting the call for bids for seven casinos located throughout the province, which, until now, had been operating with an extension on their concessions.

"This is a fundamental step for the modernisation and competitiveness of the province's casinos, based on a commitment made jointly with the province," stated Atanasof.

"We not only seek to guarantee the continuity of workers and improve their working conditions, but also to make investments that help capitalise on the tourism and entertainment potential of each casino."

This new bidding process seeks to encourage bidders to invest in building improvements, modernise the rooms and slot machine offerings and promote tourist-friendly entertainment venues with year-round dining and entertainment options.

The operation period is expected to be 20 years, with the possibility of an additional one. Bidding envelopes are scheduled to be opened on July 8 at 12 noon at the headquarters of the Lottery and Casino Institute.