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# Faculty of Arts & Humanities (FAH) Redevelopment

Buyer: COVENTRY UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-42de70ec-20c1-4bef-95f4-f0a48ceb662d

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## Summary

The Coventry University is initiating the Faculty of Arts & Humanities (FAH) Redevelopment project, which entails the construction of new teaching accommodation and extensive refurbishment of existing facilities, amounting to an estimated value of £30 million. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 23 January 2019. This project falls within the building construction industry category, specifically related to educational and research buildings, and will take place in Coventry, England. Key milestones include contract award in June 2019 and an anticipated construction completion in December 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for construction firms specialising in educational infrastructure, particularly those with expertise in design and build projects. Contractors with capabilities in large-scale renovations and building services installations will be particularly well-suited to compete, as the project includes multiple phases and complex requirements such as excavations, structural steel work, and internal fit-outs. Companies that can demonstrate experience in similar projects or possess innovative building solutions may find this tender to be a valuable prospect for business growth.

## Notice

The project is to construct new teaching accommodation for the Faculty of Art and Humanities and carry out a major remodelling and refurbishment of the existing estate. The FAH redevelopment project comprises the following: o Construction of a new 3 storey, circa 3,500m2 GIA adjacent to the existing School of Art & Design accommodation o Full remodelling and refurbishment of an existing 6 storey tower, circa 7,500m2 GIA o Refurbishment and remodelling of an existing 4 storey block, circa 4,200m2 GIA o Refurbishment and remodelling of an existing Art & Design workshop, circa 2,250m2 GIA. The site of the proposed new build element is currently green open space between the buildings being redeveloped. The Client's design team will not be novated but will remain in a Client Compliance Monitoring role. However, the successful contractor may choose to engage the services of the existing design team to complete the detailed design if they wish. The design and build project comprises of the following high level activities: o Ground excavations for the new build o Piled foundations for the new build o Steel frame and superstructure for the new build o Fa?ade and roofing for the new build o Construction of a new stair core and lift to the gable end of the existing tower o Installation and commissioning of building services for the new build o Modifications to the existing building services in areas of refurbishment o Modifications to the existing building fa?ade where they interface with the new build o Re-roofing of the existing tower and workshops o Internal fit our for all areas of the project o Installation of loose furniture and AV equipment o External works including soft and hard landscaping and alterations to the existing service yard The anticipated construction value of the works is approximately ?30m (excluding VAT) The outline programme is as follows: (these are target dates only and may be subject to change) o Planning application submitted by the University design team in April 2019 o Completion and sign off of Stage 3 design at the beginning of May 2019 o Contract award June 2019 o Start on site January 2020 o Construction completion of the entire project in 2022 It is anticipated that there will be several phases to the construction activity over the duration of the project. The exact phasing solution is to be developed with the successful contractor. Additional information: For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Coventry University e- tendering portal at: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/coventryuniversity/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a934dde3-e6c6-46bb-9c7b-80094a799d1e |
| 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 | 9 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Jan 2020 - 1 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,000,000 |
| 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 | COVENTRY UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | ENGLAND |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV1 5FB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45210000 - Building construction work
- 45212300 - Construction work for art and cultural buildings
- 45214000 - Construction work for buildings relating to education and research
- 45214400 - Construction work for university buildings

## Release History

- 9 Jan 2019 at 11:50 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a934dde3-e6c6-46bb-9c7b-80094a799d1e
- 7 Jan 2019 at 13:49 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a934dde3-e6c6-46bb-9c7b-80094a799d1e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a934dde3-e6c6-46bb-9c7b-80094a799d1e
  9th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/coventryuniversity/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.coventry.ac.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/coventryuniversity/aspx/Home

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