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title: "Contract for the Works Contract Administration Services in respect of Domestic Solid Wall Insulation Innovation (SWIi) Project"
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# Contract for the Works Contract Administration Services in respect of Domestic Solid Wall Insulation Innovation (SWIi) Project

Buyer: DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-402817a2-9ac2-4a44-b6d8-319d95652c85

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Durham County Council seeking a Contract Administrator for the Domestic Solid Wall Insulation Innovation (SWIi) Project, aimed at enhancing insulation in fuel poor domestic properties across Durham. The project, which has a budget of £63,520, will be funded through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), contingent on successful financing applications. The contract commenced on 16th November 2017 and is set to conclude on 30th June 2020, inclusive of a 12-month defect period. The procurement method used is an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 30th October 2017.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the construction and engineering industries, particularly those with expertise in project management and oversight. Companies specialising in architectural and construction services may find this contract aligned with their business model. The successful administration of this project could not only enhance their portfolio but also provide a pathway to secure future contracts within the region.

## Notice

This contract is to engage and appoint a Contract Administrator to oversee the Domestic Solid Wall Insulation Innovation (SWIi) and Smart Heating Controls Contractors (which are being procured separately) Durham County Council and Durham University Energy Institute have applied for funding from The European Regional Development Fund to fund the delivery of a solid wall insulation (SWI) innovation project in domestic properties in fuel poor communities across Durham. Durham County Council Durham and Durham University Energy Institute are looking into a potential tender exercise to put in place an Innovation Solid Wall Insulation Project of which this Tender exercise is to engage and appoint a Contract Administrator for this project (including Clerk of Works and Principal Designer services) Funding The Council is currently in the process of submitting an ERDF (European Regional Development Funds) application for the funding to enable delivery of this Project. At present the Council has submitted an application for funding to ensure the delivery of the scope and achievement of the strategic objectives. Should the Council be unsuccessful in obtaining ERDF funding the Project will not go ahead, (unless an alternative funding source is identified). Progression of this procurement exercise and any award of this contract opportunity will be conditional on confirmation of the Council for funds from ERDF being successful. The expected start date for the proposed contract is 16th November 2017. The expected end date for the proposed contract is 30th June 2020 This is including a 12 month defect period

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fc62ce0-020a-42a0-925b-1c7f2a8a7b8d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Dec 2017 |
| Contract period | 18 Dec 2017 - 30 Jun 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £63,520 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £38,500 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DURHAM COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DURHAM |
| Post town | Durham |
| Postcode | DH1 5UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC41 Durham |
| Local authority | County Durham |
| Electoral ward | Neville's Cross |
| Westminster constituency | City of Durham |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RNJ PARTNERSHIP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 15 Mar 2018 at 15:50 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fc62ce0-020a-42a0-925b-1c7f2a8a7b8d
- 12 Dec 2017 at 13:09 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fc62ce0-020a-42a0-925b-1c7f2a8a7b8d
- 4 Oct 2017 at 13:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fc62ce0-020a-42a0-925b-1c7f2a8a7b8d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4fc62ce0-020a-42a0-925b-1c7f2a8a7b8d
  4th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.durham.gov.uk

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