--- title: "GR/Expert Witness - Building Surveyors - EXPRESSION OF INTEREST" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-03bae765-1bc0-4076-8362-c685b6192bda" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-03bae765-1bc0-4076-8362-c685b6192bda" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-03bae765-1bc0-4076-8362-c685b6192bda.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-03bae765-1bc0-4076-8362-c685b6192bda.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL" published: "2024-11-28" --- # GR/Expert Witness - Building Surveyors - EXPRESSION OF INTEREST Buyer: BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-03bae765-1bc0-4076-8362-c685b6192bda [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-03bae765-1bc0-4076-8362-c685b6192bda) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-03bae765-1bc0-4076-8362-c685b6192bda.json) ## Summary Bristol City Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "GR/Expert Witness - Building Surveyors - EXPRESSION OF INTEREST." The tender falls under the industry category of architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services with the CPV code 71000000. The procurement is aimed at expert witness building surveyors to inspect victims' homes and assess the work carried out. The chosen experts must be on the UK Register of Expert Witnesses and comply with RICS Practice Statements. The procurement is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom, with engagements ending by 18th December 2024. The total value of the procurement is £35,000, with a minimum value of £140,000 to be considered. This tender presents substantial opportunities for organisations, especially SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), specialising in building surveying and expert witness services. There is a demand for independent assessments, detailed reporting, and court testimonies, which can bolster the service offerings and reputation of qualified businesses. Companies with extensive experience in building regulations, construction quality assessment, and continuous professional development in the field are well-suited to compete for this contract, enabling them to showcase their expertise and potentially secure long-term engagement with the council. ## Notice An expert witness must be on the Register of Expert Witnesses and be an impartial witness who's duty is to report independently to the Court. Expert witness Building Surveyors will be asked to inspect victims' homes and assess work carried out. This assessment can include the value of work done, quality of work done, compliance with relevant building regulations (as applicable), failures in construction and opinion on safety. A written report must be produced, evidenced in the form of a witness statement that will be relied upon by the Court. Evidence must be given on the basis of his or her training, experience or knowledge of a certain subject. It is a matter for the court to determine whether a person should be allowed to give evidence as an expert. This may require attendance at court to provide evidence including cross-examination. Whilst there is no specific qualification for, or definition of an expert witness, they must be on the UK Register of Expert Witnesses. Expert Witnesses must give evidence and opinion in compliance with the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Practice Statements, including qualifications, knowledge and expertise. There must be a familiarisation with the specific regulations and standards relating to Trading Standards investigations and evidence of Continuous Professional Development Any organisations who wish to express their interest in providing these services for the Council must do so before the advertised deadline. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/438c2fc4-a7e5-49a4-a86e-7e7a878bca36 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Nov 2024 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 18 Dec 2024 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £35,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS1 5TR | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England | | ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of | | Local authority | Bristol, City of | | Electoral ward | Hotwells and Harbourside | | Westminster constituency | Bristol Central | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ## Release History - 28 Nov 2024 at 09:04 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/438c2fc4-a7e5-49a4-a86e-7e7a878bca36 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/438c2fc4-a7e5-49a4-a86e-7e7a878bca36 28th November 2024 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=7f93cd2c-9fa5-ef11-8132-005056b64545 Expression of Interest ## Notice URLs - https://www.bristol.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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