Keele University · Awarded contract
Awarded

Design and Build of Innovation Centre 7 (IC7) at Keele University

Awarded 09 Mar 2021

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Awarded09 Mar 2021
Value£10,802,984.06
SupplierBowmer & Kirkland Ltd
AgencyKeele University
RegionWest Midlands
CategoryConstruction
Ended 4y 6mo ago1y 2mo term
Awarded 9 Mar 2021Expired 20 May 2022

About

Keele University awarded a contract to Bowmer & Kirkland Ltd for the design and build of Innovation Centre 7 (IC7) under a single-stage design and build contract.

The project covers a total area of 2,696 m² and is part funded through secured funding including Keele University, the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) as part of the England 2014-2020 European Structural and Investment Funds (ESIF) Growth Programme, and UK Government funding through the Getting Building Fund.

The contract value is £9,875,000 excluding VAT (approximately AUD 10,802,984.06).

The contract was not subdivided into lots to ensure one main contractor coordinates all design services and construction works.

The JCT Design and Build Contract 2016 as amended by the University applies.

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