Tender

New Embassy Beijing, China - New Ambassadors Residence, Archtectural Services

FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE

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Tender

09 Jul 2019 at 12:26

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) is currently engaged in a selective tender process for architectural services to design a new Ambassador's Residence in Beijing, China. The procurement, which falls under the category of architectural and related services, was published on 9th July 2019, with a tender submission deadline set for 7th August 2018. The successful architect will develop a design that embodies British values while adhering to local building codes and cultural sensitivities, with a contract duration beginning on 1st October 2019 and concluding on 31st December 2020. The estimated budget for this project is £100,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for architectural firms specialising in high-calibre design and construction in international contexts, particularly those with experience in Beijing or similar regions in the Far East. Businesses that can demonstrate a strong collaborative approach and possess a portfolio showcasing similar projects are encouraged to participate. The ability to consider local customs, such as Feng Shui, and ensure compliance with seismic standards will be advantageous for bidders looking to strengthen their market position within the diplomatic and high-profile building sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

New Embassy Beijing, China - New Ambassadors Residence, Archtectural Services

Notice Description

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) have singled out the Ambassador's Residence as an opportunity to showcase a design that fully reflects Britain and Its values and are therefore seeking an architect of the highest calibre to develop the concept and then work in collaboration with the overall project team during the delivery phase. The aim of the project is to provide a residence to modern standards, in compliance with appropriate building codes (UK and Chinese) to provide a platform for the Ambassador to project Britain's global influence. The FCO are seeking architects with the right combination of exceptional design expertise and a demonstrable collaborative approach to working alongside the FCO's selected delivery team. Experience of previous work for the design and delivery of similar buildings in Beijing, China or the Far East generally may be an advantage. The Circa 1,100 square metre Ambassador's Residence will in effect be a mini hotel. It has entertainment spaces, reception spaces, formal dining rooms and access to the grounds. These need to be backed up by commercial kitchen facilities and back of house functions. In addition the Residence has formal guest accommodation - for visiting Ministers and VIP's and then it also has separate private accommodation for the Ambassador and his/her family. The building should be a showcase for British Design and products, however it should also be easily maintainable in Beijing. Thought needs to be given to its function as a representational building but also to respect Chinese sensitivities such as Feng Shui. The FCO do not want to have a building which does not respect those 'Rules'. The building also needs to be seismically resilient. Additional information: The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: http:// www.architecture.com/Competitions Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address. Requests to participate must be submitted to the abovementioned address

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/48e66cb5-f59d-44e6-9eb5-ed19f37f25f9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2019 - 31 Dec 2020 1-2 years
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
FOREIGN & COMMONWEALTH OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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