Brussels, Belgium - October 7, 2025 - The Erasmushogeschool Brussel has officially awarded a €24.26 million construction contract to Algemene Ondernemingen Robert Wyckaert for the large-scale renovation of its Jette campus, marking a major investment in higher education infrastructure in the Brussels-Capital Region.
A Multi-Phase Modernization Project
The contract, published under Notice 654167-2025 in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJ S 192/2025), covers the “Verbouwing campus Jette” project-an ambitious refurbishment of the 15,750 m² university campus.
The project will be executed in three phases, allowing the campus to remain operational throughout the construction period.
Work is scheduled to begin on 3 November 2025, with completion expected by 15 December 2028. The procurement procedure was conducted under the open procedure format in compliance with EU Directive 2014/24/EU.
The object of the assignment is the renovation of a college campus of 15,750 m2 while the college will remain in use during the works - the works will be carried out in 3 phases.
Competitive Tendering Process
The tender attracted eight bids from major Belgian construction firms, reflecting high interest in the project. Competing bidders included Peremans, Artes Roegiers, Louis De Waele Construction, Pellikaan Bouwbedrijf, Valens, Strabag Belgium, and A C H Bouw.
Robert Wyckaert secured the contract as the lowest admissible tender, submitting an offer of €24,263,758.28, while the highest bid reached nearly €29.48 million.
The award criteria weighted price at 80 points, underscoring the project’s emphasis on cost-efficiency within public procurement standards.
About the Winning Contractor
Founded in Ghent, Algemene Ondernemingen Robert Wyckaert is a well-established Belgian construction firm recognized for its expertise in complex renovation and building projects across the education, healthcare, and commercial sectors.
With decades of experience and a reputation for technical precision, the company has contributed to numerous public infrastructure initiatives, reinforcing its standing as a reliable partner for large-scale institutional projects.
Strategic Investment in Brussels Education Infrastructure
The Jette campus renovation represents a key milestone in the Erasmushogeschool Brussel’s long-term strategy to modernize its facilities and enhance sustainability, accessibility, and learning environments. The renovation aims to accommodate future growth while maintaining operations for students and faculty during the three-year construction period.
The project also underscores the Belgian government’s ongoing investment in educational infrastructure, contributing to the Brussels-Capital Region’s economic activity through job creation and local supply chain engagement.
