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KGH - NEC Supervisor for Rockingham Wing Extension Build

KETTERING GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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Summary of the contracting process

The Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, located in Kettering, United Kingdom, plans to procure Independent NEC Supervisor Consultancy Services for the Rockingham Wing Extension project. This falls under the construction consultancy services industry category. The procurement process is in the planning stage, with an Expression of Interest deadline set for 16 February 2026, and the enquiry period ending on 9 February 2026. The procurement is set to follow a competitive flexible procedure as per the Procurement Act 2023. The anticipated contract will be awarded by 1 May 2026, with the contract period running from 1 June 2026 to 1 June 2027, potentially extending to 2029, with the contract value amounting to approximately £400,000, excluding VAT.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in building and construction consultancy services, particularly those familiar with the NEC4 ECC standards. Companies capable of delivering high-quality technical evaluations, adhering to healthcare technical standards, and possessing foresight in project management and risk assessment would be well-suited for this role. SMEs with expertise in building inspectorate services, compliance verification, and technical validation within healthcare environments can leverage this opportunity to grow their market presence and establish robust relationships with the NHS by meeting the stringent social and technical quality criteria of this project.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

KGH - NEC Supervisor for Rockingham Wing Extension Build

Notice Description

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust intends to publish a Tender Notice for the procurement of Independent NEC Supervisor Consultancy Services to support the delivery of the Rockingham Wing Extension project. Kettering General Hospital seeks to appoint an independent NEC Supervisor consultant service, that will act in accordance with NEC4 ECC, providing independent inspection, monitoring & certification of the works to ensure compliance with: * The Works Information * Contract requirements * Statutory approvals * Relevant healthcare technical standards (HTMs/ HBNs) agreed with MMC and BREEAM targets, infection control and fire safety regulations, etc. Contracting Authority Objective The Contracting Authority is seeking to procure MEP and Building Structure/Fabric NEC supervisor services for the Rockingham Wing Extension to: * Ensure that the contractor satisfies the quality standards set in the works information * Have a regular presence on site, providing independent scrutiny of the works, ensuring the correct materials are used and to the correct standards. * Have foresight, to enable identification of issues/potential issues and prevent them from occurring. * Have the authority to issue instructions to search for defects and be specifically responsible for issuing Defects Certificates. * Witness any testing * Attend progress meetings * Issue communications as per the requirements of the contract. * Have the right attitude which should be team-spirited, proactive and systematic. Scope / Specification 1. Pre-Construction Phase * Review works information, scope, drawings, specifications, and quality requirements * Input to constructability and sequencing reviews * Review contractor proposals for working in close proximity to a live maternity / neonatal environment * Advise on access, phasing, infection prevention, and clinical risk controls * Attend design and pre-start meetings as required 2. Construction Phase * Carry out inspections and monitoring of the Works in accordance with NEC4 * Check compliance with Works Information, specifications, and approved details * Undertake random checks on Labour Returns (1 per month) * Attend site regularly and record inspections, non-conformances, and observations * Issue Defects, Non-Conformance Reports, and Acceptance Certificates as required * Witness testing, commissioning, and validation activities (including M&E and medical gases where applicable). Retain and file electronic copies of all test certificates * Review Contractor quality records, test results, and as-built information * Jointly with project managers coordinate with clinical teams to minimise disruption to maternity and neonatal services * Support the Project Manager with early identification of quality or compliance risks 3. Completion and Handover * Inspect works at Completion and issue Completion Certificates * Prepare and maintain Defects Lists * Monitor rectification of defects during the Defects Period * Attend commissioning, handover, and readiness-for-service activities * Support clinical handover, including phased or partial occupation if required * Verify completion of statutory approvals and certifications * Attend post completion inspections and meeting during Year 1 of the Soft Landings process 4. Defects Period * Undertake inspections during the Defects Period * Confirm correction of notified defects * Support issue of Defects Certificate 5. A weekly report shall be submitted directly to the Client and copied to the Project Manager, which shall provide the following information: * A record of progress on a trade by trade basis. * A record of time lost due to inclement weather and the trades affected by this. * A record of any delays to any part of the works and the reasons for this. * A record of drawings received. * A record of critical deliveries to site. * A record of any significant events including any serious deficiencies in health or safety performance observed while on site. * A short commentary on site Health & Safety. * Provide Photographic evidence of installations and/or non-compliant works as required. * Any other information to which the Supervisor and PM should be made aware of.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0614cc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009302-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71315210 - Building services consultancy services

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
13 Feb 20263 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 1 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KETTERING GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Nick Jabulani Mgijima
Contact Email
nick.mgijima@nhs.net
Contact Phone
01536492371

Buyer Location

Locality
KETTERING
Postcode
NN16 8UZ
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Northall
Westminster Constituency
Kettering

Further Information

Notice Documents

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