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title: "Molecular Sciences Building - Phase 1 (Main Contractor)"
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# Molecular Sciences Building - Phase 1 (Main Contractor)

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6fb17d57-b71d-438f-b6ec-06f56e6774c3

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is conducting a tender for the construction of the Molecular Sciences Building - Phase 1, a significant project within the education and research industry, located in Birmingham, West Midlands. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 25 March 2019. The project has an estimated value of £45 million and follows a selective procurement method, specifically a competitive procedure with negotiation, which is applicable for contracts exceeding the threshold limits.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for construction firms, particularly those experienced in educational infrastructure and research facility projects. Businesses specialising in large-scale building works, with a focus on innovative design and sustainability, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The aim of the project to enhance the university's research capacity highlights the potential for collaboration and growth in the higher education sector.

## Notice

Molecular Sciences Phase 1 is the first phase of a multi-phase building to form a new hub for the University's Molecular Science research & will be located on the old Munrow Sports Centre, bounded by the Worcester &Birmingham Canal, Ring Road South & University Road West. Phase 1 is being designed to house researchers from School of Chemistry, some researchers from Pharmacy and a small cohort of Environmental Scientists from the School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences (GEES), along with providing inter-disciplinary post-graduate research student centre. This proposed development supports the Birmingham 2026 agenda in size and shape. The aim of the new building is to provide a focal point to strengthen the University'score research capabilities in Chemical and bio-molecular sciences, whilst providing improved facilities for academics and post-graduate students

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/786a7e00-99ae-4153-86b2-5b9e6ebebf0e |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Mar 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Mar 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2019 - 29 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,000,000 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 22 Mar 2019 at 15:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/786a7e00-99ae-4153-86b2-5b9e6ebebf0e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/786a7e00-99ae-4153-86b2-5b9e6ebebf0e
  22nd March 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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