Contractor鈥檚 Morrison division appointed preferred bidder on schools

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Galliford Try鈥檚 Scottish subsidiary Morrison Construction has been appointed preferred contractor on two secondary school projects worth 拢48m by Hub South East Scotland.

After financial close Morrison, will build Kelso High School in the Scottish Borders, and Newbattle Community High School, Midlothian.

Work will commence in 2014, and completion of construction is expected in 2016.

The contractor鈥檚 facilities management business has also been selected preferred bidder to provide maintenance services for the two schools, which is expected to be worth a further 拢17m over 25 years.

Galliford Try chief executive Greg Fitzgerald said: 鈥淲e are delighted to secure these significant projects which reflect our reputation and strong market presence within this sector.鈥