In 2022 William Bailey Ltd were appointed by the University of Manchester to undertake a full refurbishment of 2No floors, Levels 4 + 5, including the full replacement of all mechanical services infrastructure services (Basement, Roof and Risers).
Levels 4 & 5 consists of newly refurbished laboratory areas, teaching spaces and Write up areas for students and academics to carry out specific laboratory tests as well as a full refurbishment of the toilet and plantroom areas.
Phase 3 of the works which is Level 1 commenced January 2025 and was completed August 2025
The works consisted of:-
- Supply air Ventilation
- Fume extract Ventilation
- LTHW Heating
- Process Cooling Water
- Fume Cupboards and Lab pressure control
- Domestic Hot and Cold Water Services
- Metering Stations/Strategy
- Specialist Gases
- Gas monitoring
- Fire Suppression to Gas Rooms
- Building Management System
- Vulcathene drainage
Phase 2 of the works which are Levels 2 & 3 commenced September 2023 and was completed September 2024.
Works commenced on Dover Street site September 2025 and are expected to be completed August 2026.
