Burnside Hall, named after James McGill's original residence, was built in 1970 by Marshall, Merrett, and Associates to address the Faculty of Science's expanding need for space. This thirteen-storey edifice, characterized by its robust precast concrete slabs and fixed glazed windows, stands as a testament to modern architectural design, supported by a reinforced concrete frame.
The large classrooms, thoughtfully located in the basement beneath Burnside's expansive concrete terrace, reflect thoughtful planning to enhance accessibility and reduce congestion within the tower. Multiple entrances to the basement area facilitate smooth traffic flow between classes, ensuring a seamless and efficient experience for students and faculty alike. Burnside Hall remains a vital hub for scientific education and innovation at McGill.
Project Description:
Fully funded by TLS, this project seeks to renovate classroom 308 in the Burnside building. With the intent of improving the students' experience, the work shall include upgrading the rooms acoustics, the AV technology, the lighting, furniture and finishes as well as redefining/redesigning the rooms use; shifting it from a traditional classroom setting to a 'bring your own device' computer lab/collaborative teaching setting.
Project Details:
| Status | Scope |
| Est. Project Start Date | 2024 - 2026 |
| Est. Budget Range | $800,000 - $1,200,000 |
| Location | Burnside Hall Bldg 110 |
| Project Number | 19-122 |
| Contact | map.procurement [at] mcgill.ca |
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Sustainable Procurement
The businesses with which the University will conclude a contract with in the course of this project will have to respect the McGill Supplier Code of Conduct.
Other requirements may apply, such as (for example): the quantification and limiting of GHG emissions over the contract or asset lifecycle, sustainable construction/product certifications, involvement of indigenous businesses or of social economy businesses, design for circularity, and so on.
Notice :Information in this document is not to be interpreted as a commitment to conduct any solicitation in any particular market (or to fulfill any particular need) within any timeframe. This document is based on preliminary assessments which may be modified and needs may consequently be increased, partially fulfilled or cancelled. The needs of the client units may fluctuate according to their capabilities and priorities. Moreover, this acquisition plan is subject to various risk factors that have an influence on the operations of McGill University, such as available revenue, inflation, changes in: provincial and federal policies, technologies, human resources, social movements and trends, demographic aspects of the student population and the academic personnel. |