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GBC/WBC Clerk of Works

Guildford Borough Council

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15 Jul 2026 at 12:30

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Summary of the contracting process

Guildford Borough Council, together with Waverley Borough Council, is inviting tenders for the role of Clerk of Works Consultant. This procurement, titled "GBC/WBC Clerk of Works," falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on civil and infrastructure consultancy services. It covers locations within Guildford and Waverley, United Kingdom. Currently in the tender stage, the process is operating under a competitive flexible procedure, with key dates including an expression of interest deadline on 5th August 2026, and an anticipated award date by 21st August 2026. The contract term will commence on 18th November 2026, running until 17th November 2030.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for firms specialising in quality assurance, construction monitoring, and consultancy services, particularly those with experience in housing, regeneration, and capital projects. By participating, businesses can enhance their portfolio through engagement in projects such as new builds, affordable housing, and retrofit programmes. The procurement process demands rigorous quality submissions and provides a platform for firms demonstrating exceptional project management and collaborative skills. Organisations with robust technical expertise and the capacity to deliver high-quality Clerk of Works services independently are well positioned to thrive in this competitive bidding environment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GBC/WBC Clerk of Works

Notice Description

Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough Council are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Clerk of Works Consultant to provide independent quality assurance, site inspection and construction monitoring services across a diverse portfolio of housing, regeneration and capital projects. The procurement is being undertaken using a two-stage Competitive Flexible Procedure under the Procurement Act 2023, comprising a scored Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) followed by an Invitation to Tender (ITT) for shortlisted suppliers. The successful Consultant will be appointed to a single-supplier call-off contract for an initial period of four years. Individual commissions will be instructed on a project-by-project basis, with the scope, duration and level of service tailored to the specific requirements of each call-off. Services will include independent inspections of construction works, monitoring workmanship and compliance with contract requirements, identifying defects and quality risks, reporting findings to the Councils, and supporting the successful delivery of projects through proactive quality assurance and collaborative working with project teams. Projects are expected to include new build housing, affordable housing, estate regeneration, refurbishment and planned maintenance, retrofit and decarbonisation programmes, building safety works and other capital improvement projects across Guildford and Waverley Borough Councils. The estimated maximum contract value is PS450,000 (excluding VAT); however, no guarantee is given regarding the volume or value of work commissioned under the contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cbe0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066723-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services

71311300 - Infrastructure works consultancy services

71315200 - Building consultancy services

71315210 - Building services consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Nov 2026 - 17 Nov 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Guildford Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GUILDFORD
Postcode
GU2 4BB
Postcode Area
Guildford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Guildford
Electoral Ward
St Nicolas
Westminster Constituency
Guildford

Further Information

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