Crystal Palace’s plans to expand Selhurst Park have encountered a setback, with Bovis no longer working on the project. The firm’s departure, several months ago, follows the completion of its work under a pre-construction services agreement (PCSA) established in the summer of 2024.
Contractor Leaves Selhurst Park Project
Bovis declined to comment on their exit from the Selhurst Park expansion. Morrisroe, initially responsible for design, demolition, piling, and structures work, is also no longer involved. Earlier this week, Morrisroe announced their involvement in building a new stand for Aston Villa.
Procurement Strategy Changes
Crystal Palace, who have been contacted for comment, are understood to have shifted their procurement strategy for the expansion. The redevelopment project aims to increase Selhurst Park’s capacity by 8,000, bringing the total to 34,000. The club had stated its intention to commence work on the Selhurst Park scheme last summer.
Expansion Project Progress to Date
In its most recent update in January, Crystal Palace confirmed the acquisition of six homes near the stadium, which will be demolished to accommodate the south-eastern corner of the new stand. The club stated that enabling works were progressing well. A further update on the redevelopment project is expected to be issued in due course.
In December 2024, the club announced that the main stand development was advancing well and in its final planning phase, including ongoing negotiations with contractors, with the intention of starting building works at the conclusion of the 2024/25 football season. The KSS-designed proposal was given the green light by Croydon council in 2022. Others working on the deal include cost consultant Core 5 and structural engineer Mott MacDonald. The club has been at its Selhurst Park home since 1924
Bovis, formerly known as Lendlease when initially awarded the job, had won out over McLaren. The club has not yet announced a new main contractor for the project, which is estimated to be worth at least £150m.
Meanwhile, McLaren is working with Oxford United on its plans for a 16,000-seat stadium that were given the green light last summer.