Ongoing refurbishment and maintenance works for Cambridge University Hospitals

Overview

The Measured Term Contract sees Carmelcrest delivering multiple projects across the CUH estate, covering ward refurbishments, fabric improvements, MEP upgrades, and essential maintenance. Introduced to provide CUH with a dynamic and responsive service, the MTC has proved highly successful, offering continuity, quality, and significant value to the Trust.

Challenges

All works are undertaken within live, sensitive healthcare environments where patient safety, dignity, and comfort are paramount. We are expert in delivering high-quality construction while ensuring minimal disruption to clinical services.

Our Approach

We work closely with the Trust’s estates and clinical teams to plan and phase works carefully. Robust measures are applied including full segregation of works, strict noise and dust controls, and rigorous infection prevention standards. Compassion and care are embedded in our culture, ensuring works are delivered with sensitivity to patients, staff, and visitors.

Outcomes

The MTC has enabled CUH to benefit from a trusted contractor partner who understands the complexities of their estate. Through responsive delivery, phased refurbishments to clinical standards, and reliable maintenance of critical systems, Carmelcrest has helped strengthen the resilience and modernisation of one of the UK’s leading healthcare facilities.