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# Science and Engineering Construction

Buyer: MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2ddd1451-caad-48a2-af54-d5dc0c804473

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## Summary

The Manchester Metropolitan University is inviting tenders for the "Science and Engineering Construction" project, which falls under the education and research industry category. Located in Greater Manchester (postal code M15 6BH), this project is currently in the Tender stage. The anticipated start date for construction is no later than 6th April 2021, with the facility expected to be operational by 16th March 2023. Additionally, refurbishment works for existing buildings are planned to commence by 26th January 2022 and conclude by 11th August 2023. The procurement process is being conducted through a selective (restricted procedure) method, with a tender submission deadline set for 15th February 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction, particularly those with expertise in educational facility design and engineering solutions. Companies specializing in large-scale building projects, demolition, and refurbishment would be well-suited to compete. With an estimated value of £50 million and a minimum contract value of £45 million, successful bidders will not only contribute to the development of new academic infrastructure but could also establish long-term partnerships with Manchester Metropolitan University.

## Notice

The University is pleased to invite detailed expressions of interest for the provision of the design and construction of the new build and potential refurbishment works on the John Dalton site for the Manchester Metropolitan University Science & Engineering faculty. The overall works are envisaged to include the following: - Potential demolition of the existing John Dalton West Building (circa 3,000sq.m) and service diversions. - The construction of a new-build facility of circa 14,000sq.m including all substructures, superstructures, fixed and loose fixtures and fittings and equipment, mechanical and electrical services, drainage, external works and external services. - Physical links into the existing John Dalton Tower at multiple levels. This will comprise of the following approximate proportions of internal spaces: Office space 42% Laboratories 12% General teaching 5% Self-directed and social learning 6% circulation and plant 35% - The adjacent public realm works around new build element. - Potential refurbishment / remodelling / minor interventions / re-occupation of the existing spaces within the existing John Dalton buildings (circa 8,000sq.m), and including the installation of the fixed and loose fixtures and fittings and equipment. - The demolition of the existing John Dalton East Building (Circa 15,000sq.m), and public realm work / landscaping treatment to the area. It is envisaged the construction of the new build will begin by no later than 06 April 2021 with the new facility being operational by no later than 16 March 2023, and the refurbishment / remodelling / minor intervention of the existing buildings will begin by no later than 26 January 2022 and be completed by no later than 11 August 2023. The remaining demolition works to John Dalton East and related landscaping works will be completed by 02 December 2024. Additional information: In order to take part in this tender, please register your company details on our e-tendering portal:https://in-tendhost.co.uk/mmu/aspx/Home. Once registered, interest parties can access the documents and submit an SQ response. Please note, the University is expecting to receive only SQ returns at this stage. All clarification and correspondence will be undertaken using In-tend. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecc63ae5-6135-4413-a116-cd201ce75b6f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Dec 2020 - 1 Apr 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | GREATER MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M15 6BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45214000 - Construction work for buildings relating to education and research

## Release History

- 18 Jan 2019 at 11:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecc63ae5-6135-4413-a116-cd201ce75b6f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ecc63ae5-6135-4413-a116-cd201ce75b6f
  18th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/mmu/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/mmu/aspx/Home

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