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title: "Chemistry Building Strip and Fit Out - Levels 2 & 3 Main Works"
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# Chemistry Building Strip and Fit Out - Levels 2 & 3 Main Works

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dca9f5c0-8967-4d34-aadc-c63de7ef9209

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## Summary

The University of Manchester awarded a contract for the refurbishment of the 2nd and 3rd floors of the Chemistry Building to HENRY BROTHERS (MAGHERAFELT) LIMITED. The project involves creating new laboratory spaces with associated services and has a contract value of £11,738,571. The procurement method used was selective, calling off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 11th August 2023, with the contract period running from 14th August 2023 to 9th September 2024. The project is located at John Owens Building, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL, and falls under the category of works.

This tender opportunity for the Chemistry Building refurbishment provides potential for business growth within the construction and related services sector. Companies experienced in laboratory refurbishment, construction works, and associated services would be well-suited to compete for this contract. As the University of Manchester is the buying organization, businesses looking to work with educational institutions on infrastructure projects would find this tender particularly relevant. With a significant contract value, the project offers a lucrative opportunity for contractors specialising in laboratory refurbishments.

## Notice

The contract comprises an extensive refurbishment of the 2nd and 3rd floors of the Chemistry Building. The works include the creation of new generic flexible laboratory spaces including new fume cupboards and fixed benching. Each lab area contains a dedicated write-up space with glazed screens for visibility throughout the lab. Works also include the extension of existing extract ducts to service the floor and with other associated services for the laboratory. The contractor was appointed using the Crown Commercial Services RM6088 Construction Works and Associated Services framework. The contract value includes PS214,541 of works procured under a PCSA using the same framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62c57243-a340-409e-9a02-c000e7297c2b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Aug 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Aug 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Nov 2022 |
| Contract period | 13 Aug 2023 - 9 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £11,738,571 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £11,953,112 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M13 9PL |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HENRY BROTHERS (MAGHERAFELT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

## Release History

- 23 Aug 2023 at 14:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62c57243-a340-409e-9a02-c000e7297c2b
- 1 Mar 2023 at 09:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50cc6c06-cfac-4d68-a5d9-1b08dba93def

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/62c57243-a340-409e-9a02-c000e7297c2b
  23rd August 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50cc6c06-cfac-4d68-a5d9-1b08dba93def
  1st March 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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