The Hague, 23 March 2026 — Deerns has been selected by Delft University of Technology as one of the advisors for a multi-year framework agreement for technical installations. In this role, Deerns will support the sustainability and modernisation of the campus in Delft to ensure optimal support for education and research.
Delft University of Technology selected Deerns through a European tender to enter into a framework agreement of up to nine years. Under this agreement, Delft University of Technology can now directly engage Deerns on a broad range of technical installation matters, helping ensure its buildings continue to effectively support education and research.
“This isn’t just one project, but a collaboration in which we truly get to know the university and continue to improve together,” says David Wesdorp, Project Director at Deerns. “By evaluating each project, we build a shared knowledge base so we can respond more quickly and continue to add value.”
A dynamic campus demands flexibility
The TU Delft campus comprises more than 60 buildings and serves over 26,000 students. Research and education are constantly evolving, requiring buildings and installations to adapt accordingly. New research equipment, changing teaching methods, or the replacement of outdated installations regularly lead to new technical challenges.
Deerns is providing TU Delft with fast, targeted advice on the adaptation and replacement of technical installations. Our services span electrical and mechanical engineering, ventilation, fire safety and sustainability – all tailored to the specific needs of each building and project.
Within the framework agreement, Deerns is collaborating with other selected partners including Bureau Happold for installations, Bureau Bouwkunde and Base Consultancy for architecture, Arup and Arcadis for construction, and RPS and Haskoning for technical asset management.
Sustainability as a Structural Principle
A key element of the contract is further enhancing the sustainability of the campus. This goes beyond individual technical interventions and supports broader ambitions, such as reducing energy consumption, preparing for a more CO₂-neutral campus, and applying circular principles including the reuse of materials where possible.
The right expertise at the right time
The scope of technical installations requires the flexible deployment of specialist knowledge. Deerns is working with a permanent core team with expertise in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, sustainability and laboratories. Additional specialists will be brought in depending on the project needs. This approach ensures continuity, short communication lines, and a solid understanding of TU Delft’s organisation and ambitions.
Looking towards a long-term impact
TU Delft and Deerns will further develop their collaboration, with the aim of responding quickly and consistently to new demands. In the coming years, TU Delft will be able to engage Deerns directly for advice on adapting and renovating technical installations within the designated area of the campus. In this way, Deerns is helping the university to make the campus more agile and energy-efficient, and to prepare it for future developments.
