GB Building, which collapsed two years ago, had been lined up for the plot E development as part of the framework agreement with the university.

Now it is envisaged construction of the 480-room project will begin by June next year with the buildings being operational two years later.

The University expects four firms to be short-listed to bid for the tw0-stage design and build contract.

Prequalification documents must be returned by 15 September and can be found on the portal site.

The successful contractor will be engaged in a pre-construction services agreement with the University to develop a full design and contract sum for the works.