We are pleased to announce the Timetable for MERIT 2026 (incorporating the MERIT University Tournament).
MERIT 2026 has been set up to model a construction industry operating in an economy emerging from a recession with up to date bank interest rates and charges and current corporation tax. Learning to survive as a construction business in tough market conditions with fierce competition is the knowledge currently needed by our industry executives.
After completing six rounds simulating one and a half years of trading the top teams will be invited to experience a further six periods of simulated trading in the MERIT 2026 final, the winning team will be named the 2026 MERIT Champion.
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The fee for taking part in MERIT 2026 will be £250 (+VAT where applicable) per team. |
Registration
- 25 January 2026 - 06 March 2026
Trialling
- 18 February 2026 - 18 March 2026
Submissions
- Trialling Period Closes (Round 1) - Wednesday 18 March, 18:00 UTC
- Round 2 - Wednesday 25 March, 18:00 UTC
- Round 3 - Wednesday 01 April, 18:00 UTC
- Round 4 - Wednesday 08 April, 18:00 UTC
- Round 5 - Wednesday 15 April, 18:00 UTC
- Round 6 - Wednesday 22 April, 18:00 UTC
Online Final
- May 2026 (dates to be confirmed)