University of Plymouth · Awarded contract
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Construction of CobBauge Multi-Use Teaching and Research Building at University of Plymouth

Awarded 24 May 2021

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Awarded24 May 2021
Value£226,007.00
RegionSouth West
CategoryConstruction
Ended 4y 8mo ago10mo term
Awarded 24 May 2021Expired 9 Mar 2022

University of Plymouth awarded a contract to Chris Noakes Constructions for the construction of a multi-use teaching and research building using the innovative CobBauge method at Kirkby Lodge.

The project extends collaborative space for sustainability research, education, and partnerships, providing learning spaces and examples of sustainability research on a former car park site.

The CobBauge building serves as a proof of concept, displaying findings of current research at Plymouth and encouraging visiting student applicants to convert to full student places.

The contract value is £226,007.

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