Tender

Multi-Discipline Consultancy Framework

BELFAST HARBOUR COMMISSIONERS

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Tender

28 Jun 2024 at 14:16

Summary of the contracting process

The buying organization, Belfast Harbour Commissioners, has initiated a tender process for the "Multi-Discipline Consultancy Framework" within the services category, specifically in construction consultancy services. The procurement is structured into 6 lots covering various consultancy services such as Civil and Structural Engineer, Mechanical and Electrical Engineer, Architect, Project Manager/ Quantity Surveyor, Planning, and Environmental. The tender process is currently at the planning stage with an anticipated commencement date around December 2024. Interested parties can access further details and submit bids electronically at the specified submission link. The tender period ends on 2nd August 2024.

This tender opportunity offers a chance for businesses providing construction consultancy services to secure framework agreements with Belfast Harbour Commissioners for potential projects within the Belfast Harbour Estate. Businesses in the fields of civil engineering, architecture, project management, planning, and environmental consultancy would be well-suited to compete for the different lots available. Successful participation in this tender could lead to long-term business growth opportunities and collaborations with a significant port-related entity in the United Kingdom.

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Notice Title

Multi-Discipline Consultancy Framework

Notice Description

BHC requires a range of construction consultancy services for various development and port related projects within the Belfast Harbour Estate and to meet this requirement, intends to procure a number of framework agreements for the provision of such services. The required consultancy services have been split into the following Lots: * Lot 1: Civil and Structural Engineer; * Lot 2: Mechanical and Electrical Engineer; * Lot 3: Architect; * Lot 4: Project Manager/ Quantity Surveyor; * Lot 5: Planning; and * Lot 6: Environmental. BHC intends to conduct this tender process by following the procedures laid down in the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016 (as amended). Interested parties should note however that not all of the services that may be required under any framework agreements awarded will relate to BHC's port activities.

Lot Information

Civil and Structural Engineer

Further information is available in the PQQ. It is currently anticipated that any framework agreement awarded will commence around December 2024 and continue thereafter (subject to any earlier termination in accordance with its terms) for an initial period of four (4) years. Following expiry of the initial period, BHC may, acting at its discretion and subject to the terms of the framework agreement, extend the framework agreement on up to 4 occasions for 12 months each time. The framework will therefore have a maximum potential duration of 8 years. Additional information: Lot value is estimated between PS700k and PS1,000k p.a.. Appointment to the framework agreement does not provide any exclusivity or guarantee of any minimum volume of work. The size of projects awarded may vary significantly. To be eligible for shortlisting, bidders must meet a minimum turnover threshold of PS2M.

Mechanical and Electrical Engineer

Further information is available in the PQQ. It is currently anticipated that any framework agreement awarded will commence around December 2024 and continue thereafter (subject to any earlier termination in accordance with its terms) for an initial period of four (4) years. Following expiry of the initial period, BHC may, acting at its discretion and subject to the terms of the framework agreement, extend the framework agreement on up to 4 occasions for 12 months each time. The framework will therefore have a maximum potential duration of 8 years. Additional information: Lot value is estimated between PS50k and PS150k p.a.. Appointment to the framework agreement does not provide any exclusivity or guarantee of any minimum volume of work. The size of projects awarded may vary significantly. To be eligible for shortlisting, bidders must meet a minimum turnover threshold of PS300k.

Architect

Further information is available in the PQQ. It is currently anticipated that any framework agreement awarded will commence around December 2024 and continue thereafter (subject to any earlier termination in accordance with its terms) for an initial period of four (4) years. Following expiry of the initial period, BHC may, acting at its discretion and subject to the terms of the framework agreement, extend the framework agreement on up to 4 occasions for 12 months each time. The framework will therefore have a maximum potential duration of 8 years. Additional information: Lot value is estimated between PS400k and PS600k p.a.. Appointment to the framework agreement does not provide any exclusivity or guarantee of any minimum volume of work. The size of projects awarded may vary significantly. To be eligible for shortlisting, bidders must meet a minimum turnover threshold of PS1.2M.

Project Manager/Quantity Surveyor

Further information is available in the PQQ. It is currently anticipated that any framework agreement awarded will commence around December 2024 and continue thereafter (subject to any earlier termination in accordance with its terms) for an initial period of four (4) years. Following expiry of the initial period, BHC may, acting at its discretion and subject to the terms of the framework agreement, extend the framework agreement on up to 4 occasions for 12 months each time. The framework will therefore have a maximum potential duration of 8 years. Additional information: Lot value is estimated between PS150k and PS400k p.a.. Appointment to the framework agreement does not provide any exclusivity or guarantee of any minimum volume of work. The size of projects awarded may vary significantly. To be eligible for shortlisting, bidders must meet a minimum turnover threshold of PS800k.

Planning

Further information is available in the PQQ. It is currently anticipated that any framework agreement awarded will commence around December 2024 and continue thereafter (subject to any earlier termination in accordance with its terms) for an initial period of four (4) years. Following expiry of the initial period, BHC may, acting at its discretion and subject to the terms of the framework agreement, extend the framework agreement on up to 4 occasions for 12 months each time. The framework will therefore have a maximum potential duration of 8 years. Additional information: Lot value is estimated between PS50k and PS150k p.a.. Appointment to the framework agreement does not provide any exclusivity or guarantee of any minimum volume of work. The size of projects awarded may vary significantly. To be eligible for shortlisting, bidders must meet a minimum turnover threshold of PS300k.

Environmental

Further information is available in the PQQ. It is currently anticipated that any framework agreement awarded will commence around December 2024 and continue thereafter (subject to any earlier termination in accordance with its terms) for an initial period of four (4) years. Following expiry of the initial period, BHC may, acting at its discretion and subject to the terms of the framework agreement, extend the framework agreement on up to 4 occasions for 12 months each time. The framework will therefore have a maximum potential duration of 8 years. Additional information: Lot value is estimated between PS50k and PS150k p.a.. Appointment to the framework agreement does not provide any exclusivity or guarantee of any minimum volume of work. The size of projects awarded may vary significantly. To be eligible for shortlisting, bidders must meet a minimum turnover threshold of PS300k.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04787a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019841-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71240000 - Architectural, engineering and planning services

71247000 - Supervision of building work

71248000 - Supervision of project and documentation

71300000 - Engineering services

71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings

71322000 - Engineering design services for the construction of civil engineering works

71356400 - Technical planning services

71400000 - Urban planning and landscape architectural services

71500000 - Construction-related services

71520000 - Construction supervision services

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

71540000 - Construction management services

90712000 - Environmental planning

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jun 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Aug 2024Expired
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
BELFAST HARBOUR COMMISSIONERS
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
tenders@belfast-harbour.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2890554422

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT1 3AL
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN06 Belfast

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Duncairn
Westminster Constituency
Belfast North

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