Abstract
AMA Research has recently published the 3rd Annual Edition - August 2007 of
its overview of the Olympic Games Construction and Refurbishment market in the
UK. This significantly updates the previous edition published in August 2006
and provides an overview of the current status of the planned construction,
major refurbishment and legacy projects for the delivery of the 2012 Olympics.
Key Issues in the Report
- Detailed overview of Olympic planning, design, construction and tender
activity, as at July 2007.
- The 2012 Construction Works Programme and budget estimates for each venue
- including legacy projects.
- A detailed breakdown of major construction and infrastructure contracts
for the Games.
- A review of both public and private funding for Games, grants and
additional funding.
- In addition, the report provides profiles and reviews of leading
contractors, consultants, architects and consortia bidding for current
contracts and highlights those likely to express an interest in future tenders
for 2012.
Areas of Particular Interest
- The Report reviews the key 2012 construction and infrastructure contracts
already awarded and those likely to be out to tender over the next few months.
- A detailed overview of tendering and procurement routes expected to be
used on 2012 Projects - e-tendering, NEC3 form of contract for a partnering
approach etc.
- Focus on the commercial opportunities of the 2012 Games for suppliers,
manufacturers and contractors.
- Analysis of the use of pre-fabricated and modern methods of construction
in the 2012 Games, including the use of demountable structures.
- Sustainability and environmental considerations for the 2012 Games.
- A detailed analysis of the impact of the 2012 Games on the Construction
Industry and the economy as a whole including anticipated output values,
tender prices, construction costs, GDP
Key Areas Covered in the Report Include
BACKGROUND TO THE OLYMPIC CONSTRUCTION PHASE
- Brief overview of the funding structures in place for the 2012 Games
(public, private, sponsorship).
- Overview of key sports venues/transport/infrastructure developments for
the 2012 Games.
- Analysis of the proposed construction works programme and budget estimates
for each venue.
- Detailed analysis of tendering procedures and procurement routes to be
used on 2012 projects.
- Summary of 2012 contracts already awarded and those yet to be put out to
tender.
IMPACT OF THE 2012 GAMES ON THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY/ECONOMY
- Anticipated construction output values and construction workloads
2005-2012.
- Overview of the impact of the 2012 Games on the London construction market.
- Analysis of the impact of 2012 on construction costs and tender prices.
- The use of pre-fabricated and demountable structures for 2012 venues.
- Environmental impact of the 2012 Games and sustainable initiatives for
2012 construction.
NEW BUILD OLYMPIC CONSTRUCTION
- Analysis of all new build sports venues with progress to date on each
project.
- Overview of key ‘Legacy’ developments after the Games and
progress on each project.
OLYMPIC REFURBISHMENT PROJECTS
- Overview of refurbishment projects and temporary works for the 2012 Games.
- Analysis of key regeneration schemes with impact of the 2012 Games where
applicable.
- Detailed analysis of ongoing programme of transport/infrastructure
development in the Capital.
- Overview of major transport schemes with progress to date on each project.
- Analysis of key sustainable transport initiatives for the 2012 Games
including cycle lanes and walking paths