Published date: 17 January 2024

This notice was replaced on 30 April 2024

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Awarded contract (published 30 April 2024)

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Contract summary

Industry

  • Construction work - 45000000

  • Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 71000000

Location of contract

England

Value of contract

£50,000 to £75,000

Procurement reference

ECC001-DN707053-86106681

Published date

17 January 2024

Closing date

19 February 2024

Closing time

12pm

Contract start date

11 March 2024

Contract end date

27 March 2026

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure (below threshold)

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

This procedure can be used for procurements below the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes


Description

Essex County County are Procuring on behalf of Tendring District Council.

The District wishes to appoint a Principal Designer to fulfil all services required over RIBA stages 1 to 6.

This tender offers the services of a Principal Designer (CDM) to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations throughout the construction project lifecycle. Responsibilities include informing the client of their regulatory duties, planning and monitoring health and safety in the pre-construction phase, coordinating with designers and contractors, preparing and updating health and safety files, and ensuring collaboration among project stakeholders. The Principal Designer will conduct site visits, review existing documentation, advise on additional surveys, and manage health and safety aspects during the design and construction stages. Post-construction, they will collate information for the Health and Safety File and issue it to the client. The tender outlines specific tasks at each project stage, demonstrating a comprehensive approach to health and safety management.

Further details relating to this tender can be found within the tender documentation.

Tendring's objectives for the development of designated sites include transforming them into a new residential-led scheme, delivering high-quality, mixed-tenure homes with a focus on tenure-blind inclusivity. Additionally, the plan aims to establish a community facility and flexible commercial spaces supporting local economic growth. The development will prioritize a rational site layout, enhancing public realms, and integrating seamlessly into surrounding communities. Environmental considerations involve improving natural landscapes, biodiversity, and implementing sustainable urban drainage systems. The project aims to generate local employment and training opportunities, adhere to Housing Design Standards, ensure good daylight levels, minimize long-term maintenance costs, and promote low-carbon living. The overarching goal is to create a sustainable design that contributes to Tendring's low-carbon aspirations.


More information

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About the buyer

Contact name

James Jesney

Address

County Hall
Market Road
Chelmsford
CM1 1QH
England

Telephone

+44 333

Email

james.jesney@essex.gov.uk

Website

https://www.essex.gov.uk/