Tender: Design and Build Refurbishment of South Gosforth Control Centre – Nexus

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Nexus is seeking a supplier for a design and build contract to refurbish the South Gosforth Control Centre to improve existing staff facilities and create a fit-for-purpose working environment. The building, constructed in 1980 with limited refurbishments in 2014 and 2021/22, requires upgrades and renewals to several assets to achieve compliance, including security measures, while the Control Centre remains operational 24/7. Preliminary scope includes accessibility improvements for movements to and around the building (excluding provision of a lift), traffic management and street furniture improvements, roof and roof safe access improvements, drainage system improvements, fire detection and protection improvements, upgrades to lighting and high- and low-voltage systems, ventilation and gas suppression system upgrades, M&E provisions for upgraded welfare facilities, security system upgrades including CCTV, removal of internal walls and installation of glass partitions and soundproofed internal walls, improvements to canteen and welfare facilities, provision for additional meeting rooms, breakout areas and desks, and improvements to ICT systems and user provisions.