Quantum Pharmaceuticals

Merit proudly designed and delivered Quantum Pharma’s new corporate headquarters and GMP manufacturing facility located in Burnhopfield, County Durham. This cutting-edge project encompasses a three-story facility totaling 2,200m², uniquely tailored to support the complexities of pharmaceuticals manufacturing.

The facility features advanced GMP cleanroom suites, comprehensive warehousing solutions, as well as modern office spaces, meeting rooms and a dedicated plant room. Upon receiving the initial concept drawings from the client, Merit recognised opportunities to enhance the design significantly. As a result, our team undertook a complete redesign to address inadequacies in the structure, internal configurations and M&E services, ensuring the facility would meet the stringent requirements of modern pharmaceutical manufacturing.

In particular, the building was elevated by 700mm, and the plant room was strategically reconfigured, optimising warehouse space for efficiency and productivity. The design supports the manufacturing of ‘specials’, including personalised medicine, featuring three Grade B manufacturing suites designated for Aseptic, Cytotoxic, and Antibiotic products. Critical to the facility's success, we established dedicated personnel and material flow paths, which were meticulously designed and subsequently approved by the MHRA.

Throughout the 42-week project timeline, Merit not only revised layouts but also developed the Validation Master Plan (VMP) and conducted comprehensive validation, ensuring compliance with rigorous industry standards. 

Our collaborative approach with Quantum Pharma was instrumental in achieving the project goals, and the successful completion of this fast-track initiative stands as a testament to our expertise in building, regulatory compliance and validation. The result is a state-of-the-art facility ready to deliver innovative pharmaceutical solutions, reinforcing our dedication to excellence and client satisfaction.