--- title: "Principal Contractor for CL3 laboratories" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a56c9577-19e1-48de-b59b-84fe0c4548f4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a56c9577-19e1-48de-b59b-84fe0c4548f4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a56c9577-19e1-48de-b59b-84fe0c4548f4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a56c9577-19e1-48de-b59b-84fe0c4548f4.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL" published: "2020-02-19" --- # Principal Contractor for CL3 laboratories Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a56c9577-19e1-48de-b59b-84fe0c4548f4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a56c9577-19e1-48de-b59b-84fe0c4548f4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a56c9577-19e1-48de-b59b-84fe0c4548f4.json) ## Summary The University of Bristol is initiating a tender for the role of Principal Contractor for the construction of two containment level 3 (CL3) laboratories, located in Bristol, England. This procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with an engagement end date set for 6th March 2020. The project aims to assess market capabilities and secure a contractor capable of handling the complexities of CL3 laboratory construction, including design and fit-out works. Interested parties are encouraged to submit expressions of interest via email, providing relevant experience and potential contributions to the project. This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for construction firms with expertise in specialised laboratory building and a proven track record in similar projects. Businesses well-suited to compete are those experienced in construction projects that require advanced technical capabilities and collaboration with academic institutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the University seeks to understand the market landscape and engage with capable contractors, ultimately fostering growth within the sector. ## Notice The University of Bristol is undertaking a feasibility study for the creation of two containment level 3 (CL3) laboratories. This report will include an outline design brief. The University intends to appoint a Principal Contractor (as defined under CDM15) who will develop & complete the design and undertake the necessary construction work in addition to the M&E and fit-out, including the equipment. The Principal Contractors specialist design team will need to work closely with the University with finalising the design and agreeing the logistics to undertake the construction and fit-out works. Due to the specialisms required to deliver a CL3 laboratory, the University wishes to inform the market in advance that this procurement exercise will be undertaken, to gain an understanding of market capability to deliver such works as Principal Contractor. Through this early engagement notice the University is looking for expressions of interest from suitably experienced contractors interested in working with the University to deliver these works. Such contractors are invited to respond to this PIN by sending a short email to aw14701@bristol.ac.uk. This should include: - contact details, - a short summary (1/2 page maximum) of previous relevant works delivered - likely interest in biding for such procurement - and observations or any information you feel is relevant, or suggestions on how your organisation could add value through delivery of this contract. Any information received will not be evaluated or used to award a contract, but will be used to inform and shape the procurement route followed. Following consideration of the written submissions the University may wish to engage in further discussions with the respondents. Please respond by 6th March 2020. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ed8f0a0-9b2a-49dd-9d85-c712f4dca203 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Feb 2020 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 6 Mar 2020 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL | | Locality | BRISTOL | | Post town | Bristol | | Postcode | BS2 8BB | | 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 | Central | | Westminster constituency | Bristol Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45214610 - Laboratory building construction work ## Release History - 19 Feb 2020 at 17:25 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ed8f0a0-9b2a-49dd-9d85-c712f4dca203 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ed8f0a0-9b2a-49dd-9d85-c712f4dca203 19th February 2020 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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