Planning

Building Decarbonisation Projects at Williamson Park, The Storey and City Lab

LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL

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Planning

05 Dec 2024 at 09:42

Summary of the contracting process

Lancaster City Council is in the planning stage for a significant procurement project entitled "Building Decarbonisation Projects at Williamson Park, The Storey and City Lab," aimed at achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2030. This project, falling under the construction industry category, will focus on heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency measures at three key sites in Lancaster: Williamson Park, The Storey, and City Lab. The tender process will include the design, planning, contractor procurement and the full installation of measures such as Air Source Heat Pumps, new radiators, LED lighting upgrades, with the project deadline set for January 2026. Key dates in the procurement timeline include the issue of EOI on 4th December 2024 and provisional award of the contract on 17th April 2025.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in construction, energy efficiency, and sustainable solutions to grow by participating in a high-profile public sector project. Companies with expertise in installing heating systems, conducting energy audits, and delivering large-scale construction projects will be well-suited to compete for this contract. Success in this tender could not only lead to significant business growth but also position firms as leaders in the growing market for decarbonisation and energy efficiency solutions, benefiting from the project's alignment with the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) funding requirements and sustainability goals.

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Notice Title

Building Decarbonisation Projects at Williamson Park, The Storey and City Lab

Notice Description

Lancaster City Council (LCC) declared a Climate Emergency on 30th January 2019. The council's climate change declaration commits the council to Net Zero by 2030. The LCC Decarbonisation Project will deliver heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency measures across three sites in Lancaster - Williamson Park (Ashton Memorial and Butterfly House), The Storey and City Lab. The project will consist of two work packages, Work Package 1 (WP1) will contain design from RIBA Stage 4, planning and contractor procurement. Work Package 2 (WP2) will include delivery, installation, commissioning and handover. The appointed contractor will be expected to provide the following construction works at RIBA Stage 5 and 6 (Work Package 2): * Deliver the goods and or provide services/deliver the works at Williamson Park, Quernmore Road, Lancaster LA1 1UX; The Storey, 2 Meeting House Lane, Town Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1TH; City Lab 406 Dalton Square, Lancaster, LA1 1PP. * Work Package 2 will involve the full construction and installation of the decarbonisation and energy efficiency measures, covering RIBA Stage 5 (Construction) and RIBA Stage 6 (Handover and Close Out). This includes the installation of Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs), new radiators, pipework modifications, and LED lighting upgrades. * The contractor will be expected to deliver the works in accordance with the specifications set out in RIBA Stage 4, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and adherence to the agreed timeline. The main contract is subject to obtaining all necessary planning consents. The responsibility for securing these consents will primarily rest with the Council. The contractor must be aware that no construction works, particularly any equipment ordering or significant on-site activities, can commence until all planning permissions are secured. The timeline for the project may be extended if planning approvals are delayed. Coordination with external parties, may also impact the timing of planning approvals and should be factored into the project delivery plan. If planning consent is not obtained within a reasonable time, the Council reserves the right to activate the break clause and re-tender the works if necessary. The project is partially funded through the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS), and the key funding condition is that the project must be fully delivered, reach Practical Completion (PC), and be signed off by the end of January 2026. This is the final deadline for the project, and all works must be completed, tested, commissioned, and handed over before this date to ensure compliance with funding requirements. Failure to meet the end of January 2026 deadline will result in the loss of funding, and the contractor must plan their work accordingly to avoid any delays that could jeopardise the project's completion within the required timeframe. It is essential that any bids received are compliant with the Council's time constraints. Ridge & Partners LLP has been appointed by Lancaster City Council as the MEP consultants for the decarbonisation and energy efficiency upgrades at Williamson Park, The Storey, and City Lab. R&Ps role encompasses design, contract administration, and overall project management, ensuring that the project is delivered to the highest standards in terms of sustainability, energy efficiency, and quality. Full details including expected timelines are attached to the advert.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Lancaster City Council (LCC) declared a Climate Emergency on 30th January 2019. The council's climate change declaration commits the council to Net Zero by 2030. The LCC Decarbonisation Project will deliver heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency measures across three sites in Lancaster - Williamson Park (Ashton Memorial and Butterfly House), The Storey and City Lab. The project will consist of two work packages, Work Package 1 (WP1) will contain design from RIBA Stage 4, planning and contractor procurement. Work Package 2 (WP2) will include delivery, installation, commissioning and handover. The appointed contractor will be expected to provide the following construction works at RIBA Stage 5 and 6 (Work Package 2): * Deliver the goods and or provide services/deliver the works at Williamson Park, Quernmore Road, Lancaster LA1 1UX; The Storey, 2 Meeting House Lane, Town Centre, Lancaster, LA1 1TH; City Lab 406 Dalton Square, Lancaster, LA1 1PP. * Work Package 2 will involve the full construction and installation of the decarbonisation and energy efficiency measures, covering RIBA Stage 5 (Construction) and RIBA Stage 6 (Handover and Close Out). This includes the installation of Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs), new radiators, pipework modifications, and LED lighting upgrades. * The contractor will be expected to deliver the works in accordance with the specifications set out in RIBA Stage 4, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and adherence to the agreed timeline. The main contract is subject to obtaining all necessary planning consents. The responsibility for securing these consents will primarily rest with the Council. The contractor must be aware that no construction works, particularly any equipment ordering or significant on-site activities, can commence until all planning permissions are secured. The timeline for the project may be extended if planning approvals are delayed. Coordination with external parties, may also impact the timing of planning approvals and should be factored into the project delivery plan. If planning consent is not obtained within a reasonable time, the Council reserves the right to activate the break clause and re-tender the works if necessary. The project is partially funded through the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS), and the key funding condition is that the project must be fully delivered, reach Practical Completion (PC), and be signed off by the end of January 2026. This is the final deadline for the project, and all works must be completed, tested, commissioned, and handed over before this date to ensure compliance with funding requirements. Failure to meet the end of January 2026 deadline will result in the loss of funding, and the contractor must plan their work accordingly to avoid any delays that could jeopardise the project's completion within the required timeframe. It is essential that any bids received are compliant with the Council's time constraints. Ridge & Partners LLP has been appointed by Lancaster City Council as the MEP consultants for the decarbonisation and energy efficiency upgrades at Williamson Park, The Storey, and City Lab. R&Ps role encompasses design, contract administration, and overall project management, ensuring that the project is delivered to the highest standards in terms of sustainability, energy efficiency, and quality. As the MEP consultants and contract administrators, responsibilities include: Design Leadership: Ridge will oversee the technical design aspects of the project, particularly the replacement of existing boilers with Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs), installation of new radiators, pipework modifications, and LED lighting upgrades. While the contractor will not assume formal design responsibility, they are expected to provide buildability input during the design process to ensure that all elements can be practically constructed. Contract Administration: Ridge will manage the contract administration duties throughout the project lifecycle. This includes overseeing the procurement process, ensuring compliance with the contract terms, managing performance specifications, and acting as the primary point of communication between Lancaster City Council and the appointed contractor. Project Management: Ridge will lead on coordinating the project programme, ensuring timely delivery of key milestones, and monitoring the contractor's adherence to the agreed programme. This includes liaising with the Council and contractor to manage risk, control costs, and ensure that all project outputs align with the overarching goals of decarbonisation and energy efficiency. Quality Control: Ridge will be responsible for checking that all works meet the required standards of quality, including compliance with Building Regulations, relevant MEP standards, and performance specifications set out in the contract. Full details including expected timelines are attached to the advert. The Tender Process ID Task Name Duration (Work Days) Start Finish 6 Contractor Procurement 104 04/12/2024 28/04/2025 7 Issue EOI Pack and List of Prop 1 04/12/2024 04/12/2024 8 Issue of EOI by LCC 1 04/12/2024 04/12/2024 9 Issue of RIBA 4 ITT Pack and T 41 03/02/2025 31/03/2025 10 Contract Clarifications 39 04/02/2025 28/03/2025 11 Site Visits and Clarification Pe 23 17/02/2025 19/03/2025 12 Evaluation stage 11 01/04/2025 15/04/2025 13 Provisional Award of Contract 2 16/04/2025 17/04/2025 14 Contract Standstill Period 7 18/04/2025 28/04/2025

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c26b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039171-2024
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
3 Feb 2025Expired
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
LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Dr Robert Boschi
Contact Email
rboschi@lancaster.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1524582000

Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 1PJ
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

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