Tender

Project Management Services

CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST

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TenderUpdate

21 Jan 2026 at 15:48

Tender

05 Jan 2026 at 12:47

Planning

15 Dec 2025 at 13:37

Summary of the contracting process

The Chiltern Learning Trust, a public authority under sub-central government classification in the UK, is inviting tenders for Project Management Services related to their capital investment programme. The tender focuses on real estate development, construction-related services, and technical consultancy for schools in the Luton region (UKH2), United Kingdom. The procurement process is in the tender stage with an open procedure format. Potential suppliers should submit their tenders by 2 February 2026, with the agreement scheduled to commence on 24 May 2026 for an initial period of three years, and options to extend for two additional one-year periods. The procurement will culminate in the award period ending on 27 February 2026. The consultancy will have a significant role in developing a Trust-wide Asset Management Plan in accordance with the DfE Good Estate Management for Schools framework, with a total contract value estimated at up to £840,000.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialized in project management, construction consultancy, and real estate development, offering a platform for long-term collaboration with a notable trust. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to apply, highlighting a preference for organisations with experience in managing school facilities and capital programmes. The open procedure allows a wide range of vendors to compete, characterised by criteria accentuating both quality and cost considerations. The focus on comprehensive project management and asset planning ensures ample scopes for firms to showcase innovative strategies and efficient management capabilities, leading to business growth through consultancy and delivery of effective maintenance solutions.

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Notice Title

Project Management Services

Notice Description

CLT is publishing this Invitation to Tender in order to appoint a Project Management Consultancy to support our capital investment programme for an initial three year period, with options to further extend by two further 1 year periods. Our capital investment programme is funded by a combination of SCA grant and a further annual contribution made by each of our schools. Prioritisation of that funding each year is guided by criteria set by our Trustees and building condition data. The appointed consultancy will support the further development of a Trust-wide Asset Management Plan (AMP) that aligns with the DfE Good Estate Management for Schools (GEMS) framework. The AMP will consolidate existing fabric and M&E condition data and provide a structured basis for planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and capital investment planning across the estate. The objective of the support provided by the appointed consultancy is to: * Establish a consistent condition dataset across all schools in the Trust. * Prioritise maintenance and lifecycle investment works in a transparent and evidence-based manner. * Support Trust budget planning, compliance obligations, and strategic estate decision-making. In addition, the appointed consultancy will provide a range of project management and consultancy services to support our capital programme. It is envisaged a single supplier will be appointed to fulfil both the asset management support requirements and the project and consultancy services. As specific projects are not yet defined and subject to allocation of funding from the DfE, there is no commitment to particular volumes of business under the Trust's contract with the supplier. All support required will be provided by suitably qualified staff within the appointed organisation to provide the following services within the total percentage fee submitted in Appendix B: * Prepare Scope of Works or Design Brief * Work up a programme to deliver projects by agreed dates with the Estates Manager * Develop detailed design * Provide a list of contractors (names & email contact details) who should be alerted to the project for bidding purposes * Prepare draft tender documents including detailed evaluation criteria and liaise with the Trust to reach a final version which will be advertised to the open market * Respond to any project specific tender clarifications * Evaluate all the tender bids, documenting your analysis, scoring and commentary against the evaluation criteria, providing a tender evaluation report and recommendation on which contractor(s) should be appointed and why and providing detailed feedback for those contractor(s) who were unsuccessful and communicating this feedback to those contractors * Following endorsement or agreement of the preferred contractor(s), draft a contract using an appropriate JCT format; The Trust will need to endorse and sign the contract, but the appointed organisation is responsible to issuing to the contractor(s) and following through on signatures * The appointed organisation will be required to operate independently of CLT staff but be accountable to the Estates Manager * The appointed organisation will liaise and deal with the Estates Manager to deliver the agreed programme of work on time and on budget to the satisfaction of all * Risk management and analysis and develop and maintain a project risk register * Management and liaison with sub-consultants appointed separately as necessary by CLT, including: Building surveyor Cost management Town and Country planning advisers Building Control advisers M&E engineering Structural and Civil Engineering Clerk of work Principal Designer duties under CDM2015 and Building Regulations/Building Safety Act * Manage the works until handover * Chair and minute meetings with CLT, stakeholders and contractors * The appointed organisation will communicate regularly with the Estates Manager updating regularly in writing and through onsite meetings. * Carry out regular site inspections during the works and provide progress updates to the Estates Manager * Carry out monthly valuations and monthly predicated final accounts * Final account preparations for approval by Estates Manager * Issuing all contractual certification * Prepare snagging lists and chair handover and commissioning meetings * End of defects period final inspection meetings * Act as Contract Administrator, where required Other survey work Occasionally the Estates Manager may have requirements for survey work to be undertaken and other ad hoc advice and guidance so unit costs for these should also be provided in the tender exercise: * Building/area condition survey report incl M&E * Measured survey * Schedule of accommodation and BB103 comparison * Drainage survey * Due diligence survey Support in applying for DfE and other grants related to projects will be commissioned as necessary and a quote will be invited from the supplier based upon the day and hourly rates of relevant specialists required.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: A range of potential services as set out in the ITT

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions possible at discretion of client

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f5b9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005438-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

70110000 - Development services of real estate

71500000 - Construction-related services

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£700,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
5 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 May 2026 - 23 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2029-01-05

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST
Contact Name
Jean Leech
Contact Email
jleech@chilternlearningtrust.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU3 3QN
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Northwell
Westminster Constituency
Luton North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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