Case Study: Full Turnkey D&B Refurbishment to 175 Student Bedrooms, 39 Classrooms, and Touchdown Café

Scope of Works:

1. Trunking and Power: Adaptation to suit new classroom layouts.
2. Data Installations: Comprehensive installation across all areas.
3. Office Upgrades: Installation of new FD30 doors with vision panels.
4. Sanitary Ware Replacement: New installations and hand dryer setups.
5. Kitchen Refurbishments: Removal of old units and installation of new Howdens kitchens.
6. Flooring: Non-slip vinyl in communal areas; carpet tiles in student bedrooms.
7. Shower Room Upgrades: Complete replacements.
8. Heating: Replacement of wall-mounted electric heaters with timers.
9. Lighting: Replacement of fluorescent lights with LEDs.
10. Wall Repairs: Patch plaster repairs and complete redecoration.
11. Furniture: Disposal of old and provision of new furniture.
12. Security and Compliance: New digi locks, emergency lighting, and fire alarm system installations.
13. Smartboards: Installation of new SMARTboards in classrooms.

Additional Works: Refurbishment of Touchdown Café

1. Counter Installation: Design and installation of a new service counter.
2. Kitchen Upgrades: Upgrades to the commercial kitchen with new equipment and layout.
3. Air Conditioning: Additions and improvements to the existing AC system.
4. Furniture Design and Setup: Design, provision, and setup of new furniture.
5. Finishes: New finishes throughout the café area.

Graphical Submission of Project Spend:

1. Self Delivered: 80%
2. 3rd Party Consultant: 10%
3. Specialist Subcontractors: 10%

Length of Programme: 6 months (accelerated due to student summer holidays and includes design)

Sub-Contracting Companies Involved:

• Grummants UK Ltd (M&E)
• Redec (all other works)

Maximum Number of Staff Onsite:

• Peak: 60 (including subcontractors)

Ensuring Quality and Completeness:

Throughout the project, we implemented a rigorous quality assurance process encompassing all phases:

1. Planning Phase:
   • Full design, including integrated bedroom furniture, kitchen layouts, and upgrades to power and data (all contractor’s design liability).
   • Detailed project scheduling, risk assessments, and method statements (WPP, RAMS, CPP, SSoW, DBS checks).
   • Coordination with Christchurch University to minimise disruption as logistics for working in a main campus with 1000s of students and staff.
2. Implementation Phase:
   • Close monitoring of all workstreams.
   • Regular site inspections and quality checks.
   • Continuous communication with all stakeholders.
3. Build Phase:
   • Strict adherence to project timelines despite accelerated schedule.
   • Coordination meetings with subcontractors to ensure seamless integration of services. The programme featured day and night work.
4. Close-Out Phase:
   • Comprehensive testing of all installations, including fire alarm and emergency lighting systems.
   • Deep clean and final inspections before handover.

Additional Demonstrations of Technical Capability:

• Emergency Lighting Installation: Ensured compliance with safety regulations.
• Smartboard Installations: Integrated advanced educational technology.
• Fire Alarm System: Complete overhaul to enhance safety measures.
• Adaptation for Future Needs: Installed additional switches and spurs to future-proof classrooms and installed specifically designed DDA-compliant furniture.
• Café Fit-Out: Efficiently managed a comprehensive café refurbishment within a strict 5-week timeline during summer shutdown.

Conclusion:

This project showcases our technical capability and competence in delivering high-quality refurbishments within strict timelines. By leveraging our in-house expertise and effectively managing subcontractors, we ensured a successful project completion that met all client expectations.

Supporting Infographics:

1. Project Spend Breakdown:
   • Self Delivered: 80%
   • 3rd Party Consultant: 10%
   • Specialist Subcontractors: 10%
2. Project Timeline:
   • Construction: June – September 2019 (Student Flats and Classrooms)
   • Refurbishment: 5-week summer shutdown (Touchdown Café)
3. Staff Distribution:
   • In-House Team: 40%
   • Subcontractors: 60%

This case study demonstrates our commitment to excellence in the hospitality sector, with a focus on quality, safety, and timely delivery.