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title: "Award of Project for Refurbishment Works for PAC at the Thomas Graham Building (2024-25)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000783148"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE"
published: "2025-01-22"
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# Award of Project for Refurbishment Works for PAC at the Thomas Graham Building (2024-25)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000783148

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## Summary

The University of Strathclyde has awarded a contract for refurbishment works at the Thomas Graham Building, focusing on the Pure & Applied Chemistry (PAC) department. The procurement process falls under the 'works' category and includes construction, building installation, electrical installation, mechanical installations, and building completion work. Located in Glasgow, the contract was awarded to Taylor & Fraser Ltd on 22 January 2025, with a project value of £441,841.51. The contract includes a 12-month defects liability period. Key roles in the contract included the Keegans Group as the principal designer, Currie & Brown UK Ltd as quantity surveyor, ECD Architects Ltd as the architect, and Davie + McCulloch Ltd as the mechanical consulting engineer.

This refurbishment project presents a significant opportunity for businesses in construction, mechanical, and electrical services to demonstrate their expertise and secure future contracts with academic institutions. Companies meeting the minimum average yearly turnover requirement of £1,000,000 over the past two financial years, and capable of meeting stringent insurance requirements, are well-positioned for similar opportunities. The procurement process promotes growth by offering substantial projects that demand a high level of professionalism and reliability, making it ideal for established firms aiming to expand their portfolio in the academic sector.

## Notice

The University is seeking to appoint a contractor to undertake a project for refurbishment works for Pure & Applied Chemistry (PAC), which includes, however, is not limited to the refurbishment of existing laboratories within the Thomas Graham Building with works comprising of removing existing layouts and forming new lab and office areas with upgrades to mechanical & electrical services.The Contractor will be responsible for completing the Works relevant to the project and based on the Specification. Inclusive of this project is a 12-month defects liability period. Please note, the following roles have been set out as part of the Contract:- Employer / Client: University of Strathclyde- Principal Designer: The Keegans Group (04547050)- Quantity Surveyor: Currie & Brown UK Ltd (01300409)- Architect: ECD Architects Ltd (03028104)- Mechanical Consulting Engineer: Davie + McCulloch Ltd (07370252)SPD (Scotland) Question 4B.1.2: Average Yearly TurnoverThe Tenderer will be required to have a minimum average yearly turnover of GBP PS1,000,000 for the past 2 financial years.2. SPD (Scotland) Question 4B.5: Insurance RequirementsIt is a requirement that the Tenderer hold, or can commit to obtain prior to the commencement of any subsequently awarded contract, the types and levels of insurance indicated below;SPD (Scotland) Question 4B.5.1aProfessional Risk Indemnity: maintain a minimum indemnity limit of GBP 2 million in respect of each claim, and without limit to the number of claims.SPD (Scotland) Question 4B.5.1bEmployer's (Compulsory) Liability: maintain a minimum indemnity limit of GBP 10 million in respect of each claim, and without limit to the number of claims.SPD (Scotland) Question 4B.5.2Public Liability:maintain a minimum indemnity limit of GBP 10 million in respect of each claim, and without limit to the number of claims.Product Liability: maintain a minimum indemnity limit of GBP 10 million in the aggregate.Contractors' All Risk: Contract Value + 15%.Motor Vehicle Insurance: maintain a minimum indemnity limit of GBP 5 million for Property Damage, and unlimited in respect of Third Party Injury.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522268 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £441,841 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE |
| Additional buyers | APUC LIMITED ON BEHALF OF SABHAL MOR OSTAIG; ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS SCOTLAND; FIFE COUNCIL; FORESTRY AND LAND SCOTLAND; PERTH & KINROSS COUNCIL; REGISTERS OF SCOTLAND; SASA SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT; SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT; SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT- SASA; SOUTH AYRSHIRE COUNCIL; STIRLING COUNCIL; THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL; THE WHEATLEY HOUSING GROUP LIMITED |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 8EA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 25 |
| Supplier names | AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES; BELL GROUP; BLUE TRIANGLE (GLASGOW) HOUSING ASSOCIATION; E-FISH (UK; EASY HEAT SYSTEMS; EVERWARM; FLY FAST FURTHER FIRST; FORD MOTOR; GETMIE SAFE; HARVEY NASH; HAVEN PRODUCTS; INSIGHT; IRONSIDE FARRAR; M&K SERVICES; ORGANIC FARMERS & GROWERS; PARC CONSTRUCTION; POWERMAC JOINERY; SBM SCOTGRAIN; SCOT J C B; SCOTTISH YOUTH PARLIAMENT; SMARTS; TAYLOR & FRASER; TREES PLUS; VENESKY BROWN; WPI ECONOMICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45300000 - Building installation work
- 45310000 - Electrical installation work
- 45350000 - Mechanical installations
- 45400000 - Building completion work

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2025 at 11:50 - Award - PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN522268

## Notice URLs

- http://https://forestryandland.gov.scot
- http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk
- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- http://www.fife.gov.uk
- http://www.pkc.gov.uk
- http://www.ros.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- http://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/procurement/
- http://www.stirling.gov.uk
- http://www.strath.ac.uk/
- http://www.wheatley-group.com

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