Tender

The appointment of an Architect to design a Community Hub in Whitnash, Warwickshire

WHITNASH TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Aug 2017 at 05:46

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Whitnash Town Council is currently seeking proposals for the appointment of an Architect to design a Community Hub in Whitnash, Warwickshire. This procurement process falls under the category of Architectural and related services with a value of £55,000. The tender period is set to conclude on 18th September 2017, and the contract, which includes a 6-month design phase starting on 2nd October 2017, may extend an additional 12 months depending on planning permission and funding. The successful Architect will collaborate closely with the Town Council to create a design that meets community needs.

This tender presents significant opportunities for firms specialising in architectural services, particularly those with experience in community projects and public sector work. Businesses that can demonstrate innovative and cost-effective design solutions, as well as strong stakeholder communication skills, will be well-suited to compete. With the potential for a project of this nature to require a collaborative design approach and sustainability expertise, firms that have previously managed small, complex projects will find this tender to be a fitting avenue for growth within the Midlands region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The appointment of an Architect to design a Community Hub in Whitnash, Warwickshire

Notice Description

Whitnash Town Council intends to replace the several community facility and amenity sites with a single Community Hub to be located in Acre Close Field, Whitnash, Warwickshire. The contract awarded will be for a duration of 6 months (Phase 1 - Design Phase) with an option for an extension for up to an additional 12 months (Phase 2 - Construction Phase) dependant on whether Planning Permission has been approved for the Community Hub, full capital funding has been found to fund the construction and satisfactory performance against quality objectives during the first 6 months. The appointed Architect will lead on the design for the community building to RIBA 4 Detailed Design stage enabling full planning to be submitted. A feasibility study and business plan have already been undertaken which identifies the scope and scale of the proposed community building and this is included as Annex to this ITT. Working alongside the client's representative, the duties will include; - Prepare draft designs and layouts for Whitnash Town Council - Attendance at project meetings with members of the Town Council and their representatives - Work alongside the Town Council and its representatives to select a design that best meets the needs of the community in line with the Business Plan - Finalise selected designs and lead on preparing the necessary documentation for the planning process. - Ensure the principles of sustainability and whole life costing are applied to the project. The successful architectural firm will be able to demonstrate; - Ability to articulate well defined, contemporary design solutions within the confines and limits of the building on land in a predominately residential area. - Ability to work within tight budgets and use innovative approaches to ensure maximum benefit of any investment. - Ability to work well with a range of stakeholders and a proven approach to communicating with expert and inexperienced audiences. - Proven track record of delivering small, complex projects whilst working to time and budget - Sound financial standing - Experience of working with the public sector, not-for-profit sector and volunteer boards

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-06ccf4cd-b14f-4643-8e1b-ef503396c89b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dd58d7df-0ca7-49aa-a14c-0fdbaf326359
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71200000 - Architectural and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Aug 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Sep 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WHITNASH TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WHITNASH
Postcode
CV31 2JH
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Warwick
Electoral Ward
Whitnash
Westminster Constituency
Warwick and Leamington

Further Information

Notice Documents

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