UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX · Awarded contract

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Construction of New Four-Storey Office Block at University of Essex Parkside Phase 3a

Awarded 19 Aug 2021

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Awarded19 Aug 2021

Value£12,841,908.88

SupplierR G Carter Southern Ltd

AgencyUNIVERSITY OF ESSEX

RegionUnited Kingdom

CategoryConstruction

Ended 3y 11mo ago1y 4mo term

Awarded 19 Aug 2021Expired 23 Dec 2022

About

The University of Essex awarded a contract to R G Carter Southern Ltd for the construction of a new four-storey office block (approximately 4,800m2) and associated external works at Wivenhoe Park, Wivenhoe, Essex.

The project includes piled foundations, steel frame, masonry external walls, concrete roof, and fit-out of central core, reception, toilet areas, and open plan office areas, along with pathways, access ways, retaining walls, steps, car parking, foul and surface water drainage, and new utility services.

The works were undertaken on a live university campus without disrupting existing services.

The contract was awarded as 'shell and core' plus internal sub-division, including carpet, data wiring, floor boxes, partition walls, cellular offices/meeting spaces, and blinds.

The contract value was £12,841,908.88.

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