Planning

Principal Contractor for CL3 laboratories

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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Planning

19 Feb 2020 at 17:25

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol is initiating a tender for the role of Principal Contractor for the construction of two containment level 3 (CL3) laboratories, located in Bristol, England. This procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 6th March 2020. The project aims to assess market capabilities and secure a contractor capable of handling the complexities of CL3 laboratory construction, including design and fit-out works. Interested parties are encouraged to submit expressions of interest via email, providing relevant experience and potential contributions to the project.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for construction firms with expertise in specialised laboratory building and a proven track record in similar projects. Businesses well-suited to compete are those experienced in construction projects that require advanced technical capabilities and collaboration with academic institutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the University seeks to understand the market landscape and engage with capable contractors, ultimately fostering growth within the sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Principal Contractor for CL3 laboratories

Notice Description

The University of Bristol is undertaking a feasibility study for the creation of two containment level 3 (CL3) laboratories. This report will include an outline design brief. The University intends to appoint a Principal Contractor (as defined under CDM15) who will develop & complete the design and undertake the necessary construction work in addition to the M&E and fit-out, including the equipment. The Principal Contractors specialist design team will need to work closely with the University with finalising the design and agreeing the logistics to undertake the construction and fit-out works. Due to the specialisms required to deliver a CL3 laboratory, the University wishes to inform the market in advance that this procurement exercise will be undertaken, to gain an understanding of market capability to deliver such works as Principal Contractor. Through this early engagement notice the University is looking for expressions of interest from suitably experienced contractors interested in working with the University to deliver these works. Such contractors are invited to respond to this PIN by sending a short email to aw14701@bristol.ac.uk. This should include: - contact details, - a short summary (1/2 page maximum) of previous relevant works delivered - likely interest in biding for such procurement - and observations or any information you feel is relevant, or suggestions on how your organisation could add value through delivery of this contract. Any information received will not be evaluated or used to award a contract, but will be used to inform and shape the procurement route followed. Following consideration of the written submissions the University may wish to engage in further discussions with the respondents. Please respond by 6th March 2020.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a56c9577-19e1-48de-b59b-84fe0c4548f4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ed8f0a0-9b2a-49dd-9d85-c712f4dca203
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
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45214610 - Laboratory building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Mar 2020Expired
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
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS2 8BB
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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