Tender

University of York - Construction of a New Nursery Building

UNIVERSITY OF YORK

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Tender

13 Apr 2022 at 13:39

Summary of the contracting process

The University of York is currently engaged in a tender process for the construction of a new nursery building at its York Campus East, with a budget of £4.5 million. This project falls under the construction industry and aims to provide high-quality childcare facilities while adhering to educational guidelines set forth by Ofsted and the Department for Education. Key dates in the procurement timeline include the publishing of contract documents on 14th April 2022, the submission deadline for selection questionnaires on 16th May 2022, and the intended award decision slated for 25th June 2022. The procurement will adopt a restricted procedure, seeking expressions of interest before inviting tenders.

This tender presents significant opportunities for construction firms, especially those with experience in educational building projects and nursery facilities. Companies that specialise in sustainable building practices and are capable of working in compliance with Ofsted regulations will find this contract particularly suitable. Additionally, businesses providing landscaping and playground equipment could also see potential growth avenues, given the nursery's focus on outdoor learning and play spaces.

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Notice Title

University of York - Construction of a New Nursery Building

Notice Description

The University of York wishes to appoint a suitable contractor to construct its new nursery building to be located at its York campus.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of York ("the University") wishes to appoint a suitable contractor ("the Contractor") to construct its new Nursery facility to be located at the University's Campus East location. The projects principle aim is to provide a new nursery setting that is in keeping with Ofsted (Office for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills), EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) and DfE (Department for Education) guidelines. It is hoped that the new Nursery will help the maintain the "Good" rating currently held by the University Nursery team, and allow the Nursery to go for an "excellent" rating in the future. The new Nursery shall accommodate 94 nursery spaces, and will incorporate a flexible use space that will have potential to develop a Creche facility. The Nursery shall also take into account the proposed change in how the setting is catered for (move away from food being prepped by a third party and just warmed up on site) with the provision of a more substantial kitchen. The University nursery reflects the strategic commitment of the University of York towards providing childcare for the University itself and its wider community. It provides a high quality service that echoes the values of the University and this is due to the highly qualified and professional staffing group. The successful Contractor shall provide a new contemporary Nursery that will sit seamlessly within the existing landscape. The setting itself will provide ample indoor and outdoor play spaces, the transition between these spaces will be designed to be safe and where possible barrier free. The new setting will make use of the woodland nearby providing opportunities for outdoor learning and experience of the natural environment. The aims of the Nursery shall be: (a) To provide support and a framework so that the needs of the University community with regard to preschool age children are met; (b) To advance the education of children below compulsory school age by providing a safe, satisfying and developmentally appropriate curriculum in which parents are encouraged to take part. (c) To comply with OFSTED regulations in providing the above services. (d) A highly sustainable building constructed to achieve 2030 carbon neutral targets. Pre-pandemic, a range of options were explored and approval was gained to build a new Nursery on Campus East with funding of PS4.5m for construction. The University shall follow the Restricted procedure with expressions of interest sought before inviting tenders. Tenders shall be single stage, with the Contractor appointed following a Traditional procurement using the JCT Standard Building Contract form of contact with University amendments. The key dates for the procurement are proposed as follows: Publish contract notice and procurement documents: 14th April 22 Deadline for the return of completed Selection Questionnaires: 16th May 22 Selection Questionnaire evaluation and shortlising of bidders: by the 30th May 22 Invitation to tender period (6 weeks): from 30th May through to the 11th June 22 Award decision: 25th June 22 Please note that the full planning application will have a 13 week determination period, this coupled with the production time required for the application information the scheme will not have full planning approval until August 2022.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-032d5b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009918-2022
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

37 - Musical instruments, sport goods, games, toys, handicraft, art materials and accessories

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

37535200 - Playground equipment

45000000 - Construction work

45112700 - Landscaping work

45112723 - Landscaping work for playgrounds

45214100 - Construction work for kindergarten buildings

45214210 - Primary school construction work

45300000 - Building installation work

45400000 - Building completion work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 May 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF YORK
Contact Name
Rob Allan
Contact Email
rob.allan@york.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1904328214

Buyer Location

Locality
YORK
Postcode
YO10 5DD
Post Town
York
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE2 North Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE21 York
Delivery Location
TLE21 York

Local Authority
York
Electoral Ward
Hull Road
Westminster Constituency
York Central

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