Planning

GR/Expert Witness - Building Surveyors - EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

28 Nov 2024 at 09:04

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Bristol City Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "GR/Expert Witness - Building Surveyors - EXPRESSION OF INTEREST." The tender falls under the industry category of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services with the CPV code 71000000. The procurement is aimed at expert witness building surveyors to inspect victims' homes and assess the work carried out. The chosen experts must be on the UK Register of Expert Witnesses and comply with RICS Practice Statements. The procurement is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, with engagements ending by 18th December 2024. The total value of the procurement is £35,000, with a minimum value of £140,000 to be considered.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for organisations, especially SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), specialising in building surveying and expert witness services. There is a demand for independent assessments, detailed reporting, and court testimonies, which can bolster the service offerings and reputation of qualified businesses. Companies with extensive experience in building regulations, construction quality assessment, and continuous professional development in the field are well-suited to compete for this contract, enabling them to showcase their expertise and potentially secure long-term engagement with the council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GR/Expert Witness - Building Surveyors - EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Notice Description

An expert witness must be on the Register of Expert Witnesses and be an impartial witness who's duty is to report independently to the Court. Expert witness Building Surveyors will be asked to inspect victims' homes and assess work carried out. This assessment can include the value of work done, quality of work done, compliance with relevant building regulations (as applicable), failures in construction and opinion on safety. A written report must be produced, evidenced in the form of a witness statement that will be relied upon by the Court. Evidence must be given on the basis of his or her training, experience or knowledge of a certain subject. It is a matter for the court to determine whether a person should be allowed to give evidence as an expert. This may require attendance at court to provide evidence including cross-examination. Whilst there is no specific qualification for, or definition of an expert witness, they must be on the UK Register of Expert Witnesses. Expert Witnesses must give evidence and opinion in compliance with the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Practice Statements, including qualifications, knowledge and expertise. There must be a familiarisation with the specific regulations and standards relating to Trading Standards investigations and evidence of Continuous Professional Development Any organisations who wish to express their interest in providing these services for the Council must do so before the advertised deadline.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-03bae765-1bc0-4076-8362-c685b6192bda
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/438c2fc4-a7e5-49a4-a86e-7e7a878bca36
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
18 Dec 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5TR
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Further Information

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