New Library Timeline
Work is underway to construct a new Library/Learning Resource Centre for Mary Immaculate College. A modern structure of approx. 5,000 square metres will be developed at the heart of the Limerick campus over a three-year project time span.
2015
The Beginning
Minister for Further and Higher Education, Simon Harris visited the existing library building in 2022.
The Library Feasibility Assessment (BDP) Report is published, recommending the design and construction of a new 5,000 sq m library at MIC Limerick.
- Cost Benefit Analysis Report is prepared by AECOM
- Multi Criteria Analysis & Business Case is prepared by MIC
- Climate Impact and Sustainability Study is prepared by Varmings
- Programme & Construction Cost Review is prepared by MKO Planning & Environmental Consultants
The HEA confirms a grant contribution of €30.877m toward the project under a Devolved Control Procedure process.
The MIC Project Steering Group is formed to oversee the project and a Project Coordinator is appointed.
Consultations with stakeholders take place, including local community
HEA approval to proceed to planning application is received
2024
Planning
Scott Tallon Walker Architects and AECOM Ireland Ltd. appointed to work on the new 5,000 square metre Library/Learning Centre at MIC.
Planning permission to build a new Library/Learning Resource Centre is granted by Limerick City and County Council.
Grant of Planning Permission is upheld by An Bord Pleanála following objections
Architect Lead Design Team appointed, under Scott Tallon Walker Architects.
Project Controls Team appointed, under AECOM.
An tÚdaras Rialaithe approve the Library Project to proceed, and the use of College reserves to cover estimated project costs in excess of agreed exchequer funding.
Further consultations with stakeholders take place including local community
Fire Safety cert and Disability Access certificate lodged.
Public Contract Notice published.
- Value Engineering (VE) exercise to identify a range of potential project savings is completed with savings of €1.065m identified for action
- Final interior design layout and furnishings are finalised with the MIC Library team
- Total project cost updated and revised to a projected €46.2m
- Project site enabling works are carried out by PBC Builders Ltd
- Pre-Qualification report prepared
Finalise pre-tender estimate
Project stage 'Decision Gate 2' (pre-tender estimate) to be submitted to the HEA for approval
Issue the Invitation to Tender
Review all tender bids, prepare report and recommendation on this procurement process
Issue a tender Letter of Acceptance
Decant of offices and library stock into new Library
Phase 1 construction completion - new Library opens
Phase 2 construction completion / other external works
