Planning

Procurement of a Consultant to provide Peer Review, Project Management and Quantity Surveyor Services for a Major Compound Remodelling and Refurbishment at British Embassy, Tokyo

FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Planning

22 Dec 2023 at 16:19

Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has initiated a tender process for the procurement of Consultant services to support a major compound remodelling and refurbishment project at the British Embassy in Tokyo. The procurement stage is currently at the planning phase, with a deadline for submitting Expressions of Interest set for 19th January 2024. The FCDO is seeking feedback from the market to inform its approach and decision-making processes. The anticipated timeline for the procurement process is to commence in February 2024, with an expected award date in March 2024. The project falls under the construction consultancy services category.

This tender opportunity presents business growth potential for companies providing Peer Review, Project Management, and Quantity Surveyor services in the construction sector, specifically focusing on compound remodelling and refurbishment projects. Businesses with experience in managing complex construction projects, including building contract administration and professional services, would be well-suited to compete. The FCDO's initiative aims to engage potential suppliers and gather market feedback to shape its procurement strategy, inviting interested parties to register on the FCDO's e-procurement portal for participation in this opportunity.

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Notice Title

Procurement of a Consultant to provide Peer Review, Project Management and Quantity Surveyor Services for a Major Compound Remodelling and Refurbishment at British Embassy, Tokyo

Notice Description

The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office ("FCDO") intend to engage the market in relation to this project as part of early market engagement activity in accordance with Regulation 40 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The purpose of this PIN is to initiate market engagement and is not being used as a call for competition. The Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is exploring the delivery options for our project to remodel and refurbish the British Embassy Compound in Tokyo. This PIN is intended to: 1. Engage with and inform the market of the FCDO's potential requirements, enabling potential suppliers to better understand the scope of the requirement and the approach to the procurement process 2. Seek feedback and understand interest from the market to inform FCDO's procurement strategy and approach. Please refer to section II.2.4 Description of the Procurement for details in relation to the requirement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The FCDO has disposed of excess land within the compound of the British Embassy, Tokyo, and intends to refurbish all elements of the remaining compound in a phased approach. The project scope of works is: * Remodel and refurbish the 'New Building' Embassy office building to accommodate all staff on the compound; * Refurbish the Ambassador's historic Residence; * Accessibility and sustainability improvements throughout the compound * Remodeling of the Chancery Building to become a hosting and conference centre. * Refurbishment of guardhouses, garage block, plant rooms. * Creation of new gym / sports facilities and staff clubhouse * Works to ensure seismic compliance for the boundary wall, especially on the northern boundary of the site. The indicative overall project budget is cPS100m, including build costs, fit-out costs, professional fees, contingency and Optimism Bias. The FCDO is considering appointing a Supplier to deliver the following elements of the Project: * Lead Project Management and Cost Management, including building contract administration, for the RIBA 4 to RIBA 7 stages * Option to undertake a Peer Review of the RIBA Stage 3 design (Spatial Coordination) and a further Peer Review at the conclusion of the RIBA 4 design (Technical Design). The Successful Supplier must: * Provide a suitably qualified and experienced DV cleared Senior Project Manager. This PM can be UK or locally based in Tokyo. * Have a presence in the Japanese market or be able to partner with a Japanese consultancy. Note: A UK or Japanese consultancy that is currently engaged on the project cannot be part of the peer review team The form of contract is anticipated to be an NEC4 Professional Services Contract. However, this is subject to change. If the decision is made to proceed with the procurement, the procurement is planned to commence in February 2024, with an anticipated award date of March 2024. Please note at this stage these are anticipated dates and are subject to change.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0429af
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037886-2023
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

71315200 - Building consultancy services

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

71541000 - Construction project management services

79994000 - Contract administration services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 Feb 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
Mollie Giuffrida
Contact Email
mollie.giuffrida@fcdo.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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