AM0002MFC - Greyfriars - Construction of Market & Food Court

The Gloucester Greyfriars Project, managed by Gloucester City Council under solicitation AM0002MFC, involves the repurposing and regeneration of the Eastgate Shopping Centre and Food Court. The construction period is scheduled from January 11, 2027, to May 31, 2027, with an estimated total value of 2,290,000 GBP excluding VAT. The scope of work includes managing structural constraints, potential hazardous materials, and unknown service runs following a completed strip-out. The project incorporates a Principal Designer at RIBA Stages 4-6 and emphasizes strict adherence to budget caps and Levelling Up Fund drawdown deadlines to avoid delays to the Cultural Hub Build Programme. Key technical requirements include a comprehensive fire strategy covering smoke control and compartmentation, as well as the integration of the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Martyn’s Law Act 2023. Sustainability is a core focus, requiring the installation of a car park roof-mounted PV array, an improved thermal envelope, LED lighting, and high-efficiency electrical, plumbing, and mechanical services. Award criteria are weighted heavily toward quality and social value at 80 percent, with price accounting for the remaining 20 percent. The contract is administered by Mr. John Bessant.