Contract

Galliford Try PLC
09 November 2006




                   GALLIFORD TRY WINS £34M CONTRACT WITH M&S

Galliford Try plc, the construction and housebuilding group, is delighted to
announce that it has been awarded a £34 million contract to redevelop and refit
two Marks & Spencer superstores.

The projects will commence in January 2007 and are expected to complete in
October 2007. The stores, at London Colney and Cheshunt, will remain open
throughout while work is completed. The projects both involve a total
remodelling and 20,000 sq ft extension, redevelopment and remodelling of all
sales and back of house support areas and the construction of new high
specification Delicatessens, Cafes and Food Halls. Galliford Try will carry out
the projects in joint venture with Ellmer Construction.

Greg Fitzgerald, Chief Executive of Galliford Try plc, commented:

'Galliford Try is delighted to be working with Marks & Spencer to help it create
the optimal environment for its customers. We have a track record in carrying
out complex construction projects with minimal disruption to our clients
operations, which is especially important in the retail sector, where we see
growth opportunities.'


Further enquiries to:

Greg Fitzgerald, Chief Executive Galliford Try plc           01895 855 219
Frank Nelson, Finance Director Galliford Try plc             01895 855 226
Ann-marie Wilkinson/Geoff Callow Bell Pottinger 
Corporate & Financial                                        020 7861 3232





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