--- title: "Parliamentary Construction Works Framework" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03d456" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03d456" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03d456.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03d456.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UK PARLIAMENT" published: "2023-06-07" --- # Parliamentary Construction Works Framework Buyer: UK PARLIAMENT Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03d456 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-03d456) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-03d456.json) ## Summary The UK Parliament has published a Prior Information Notice for the forthcoming Parliamentary Construction Works Framework, with an estimated value of £750 million in GBP. The framework will facilitate various forms of NEC4 contracts for call-off purposes. The tender process is at the planning stage, and a contract notice is expected to be issued in September 2023. The buying organisation, UK Parliament, invites interested parties to express their interest via the In-Tend procurement portal and emphasises that this is an exploratory exercise with no tender documents to download at this stage. The framework aims to ensure access to a capable and resilient number of contractors across different specialisms to undertake construction works and services related to the Medium-Term Investment Plan and estate Masterplan. The forthcoming Parliamentary Construction Works Framework presents an opportunity for businesses to engage in high-value construction projects at the UK Parliament. Contractors with expertise in mixed disciplines, Mechanical & Electrical (PHF), architectural, heritage, roofing, and conservational works are well-suited to compete for different Lots under the framework. The UK Parliament, as the contracting authority, is seeking capable contractors to lead and manage the delivery of works projects, with core works being conducted in-house and specialist works through established supply chains. The framework will involve mini-competitions or direct awards based on the NEC4 suite of contracts, prioritising value for money and performance management through Key Performance Indicators. ## Notice Bespoke Framework Agreement, encompassing various forms of NEC4 contracts for call-off purposes, with standardised terms and conditions. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Palace of Westminster (PoW) is an internationally important heritage asset acknowledged in its Grade I listing designation, and inclusion in a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with Westminster Abbey and St Margaret's Church. The Parliamentary Estate has a unique built asset portfolio and has a total gross internal floor areas exceeding 250,000m2. Approximately 70% of the buildings on the estate are 'Listed' under Heritage status, with two buildings, Norman Shaw North, and the Palace of Westminster, that are of exceptional interest, and are Grade 1 'Listed'. Parliament is exercising it's duty of care to prevent future deterioration of the mechanical, electrical, public health, fire and life safety systems, building fabric, roofing, stonework, and other associated works and projects, as custodians of this Grade I Listed asset and to maintain a safe and secure environment in and around the Palace of Westminster. The Framework will predominantly facilitate the procurement and works requirements of the Strategic Estates project delivery team. The Strategic Estates team is bicameral, serving both Houses, and manages the Parliamentary Estate. Their work encompasses a broad set of responsibilities, including the delivery of construction projects, construction safety, the provision of specialist planning and design support, and the care and development of our internationally significant heritage collections, among others. The purpose of this Prior Information Notice is to provide information for the procurement and implementation of a Parliamentary Construction Works (PCW) Framework, that shall serve as an enhancement of, and successor to the existing MEPFS (Mechanical, Electrical, Public health, and Fabric Safety) Framework, that expires at its earliest date of 31st March-2025. The procurement of contractors to undertake construction works is a key enabler to the successful delivery of the Medium-Term Investment Plan (MTIP), by Strategic Estates who are responsible for delivering these projects across the Parliamentary Estate. As the requirement for these services and works continues to increase across the Parliamentary Estate, the procurement of this new Framework, and its services and works, is required to maintain the capability and capacity to construct and deliver projects that are part of the portfolio of capital investment and capital maintenance projects that constitute the MTIP, into the late 2020's. This Framework, as a successor to the MEPFS Framework, builds upon the original content of that Framework, and incorporates lessons learnt through its use over the last few years, and the feedback and thoughts from internal and external stakeholders to ensure this Framework is fit for purpose going forward. This new Framework shall ensure that the Client has access to a proportionate and resilient number of capable Contractors across a number of Lots that differentiate specialisms and disciplines, and that can undertake a wide range of construction works and services that are required to meet the needs of on-going MTIP and estate Masterplan, that Strategic Estates are working towards and delivering. Strategic Estates & Restoration and Renewal Delivery Authority It is important to distinguish at this stage, the co-ordinated, but separate project delivery of the Restoration & Renewal programme. A separate Delivery Authority has been established to deliver the works required across the Parliamentary estate to ensure the safety of those who work and visit here, and to support the continued business of Parliament. This includes planning for the large and complex restoration of the Palace of Westminster to preserve it for future generations. "Last year Members of both Houses agreed a more integrated approach to future restoration, prioritising safety critical work. The Restoration and Renewal Programme Board will be shortlisting options for how to take forward the restoration works and Members in both Houses are expected to vote on a strategic case later this year." On background: Further information about the role of the R&R Client Board, and R&R Programme Board, is available on the parliamentary website: About the R&R Client Board - Committees - UK Parliament Tens of thousands of hours of Palace building investigations are being carried out by the Delivery Authority to build on existing records and better understand the Palace's condition. Over the summer and early autumn, specialists spent 4850 hours examining 160 rooms and drilling boreholes up to 70 metres deep to assess ground conditions around the Palace of Westminster. In the meantime, there are dozens of major projects underway now to repair and restore key buildings by in-house teams including Strategic Estates, Digital, and Maintenance. Projects include Victoria Tower and Norman Shaw North. At any one time there are dozens more projects underway to improve and repair key services and keep the estate running for the 3000+ people on site each day. Additional information: The authority is looking to engage contractors with the capability and capacity to lead, co-ordinate and manage the delivery of works projects. Core works will be delivered inhouse with specialist works delivered in conjunction with their established supply chains, as part of a framework to undertake works to the Parliamentary Estate: * Lot 1 - High Value Construction Works of Mixed Discipline, circa PS30m, up to circa PS150m. * Lot 2 - Medium Value Construction Works, consisting predominantly of Mechanical & Electrical (PHF) Discipline, over circa PS2.5m, but under circa PS30m * Lot 3 - Medium Value Construction Works, consisting predominantly of Architectural, Heritage, Roofing, and Conservational Discipline, over circa PS2.5m, but under circa PS30m * Lot 4 - Low / Minor Value Construction Works of Mixed Discipline, up to circa PS2.5m The threshold and values above are not fixed at this stage, and may be adjusted following receipt of responses to this PIN, as part of the conclusion of the Commercial Strategy, and prior to the release of the Contract Notice, and Selection Questionnaire (SQ). An invitation to tender (ITT) will be issued providing full details of the framework. Once appointed onto the framework lot, mini-competitions or direct awards will be issued based on the NEC4 suite of contracts using both traditional and design and build procurement methods. Works will be awarded by mini-competition or direct award, where value for money can be demonstrated. The allocation of the work via direct awards, and to maintain a position on the framework, is likely to be subject to a performance management regime using Key Performance Indicators. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016136-2023 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Jun 2023 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 29 Sep 2023 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £750,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UK PARLIAMENT | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | Not specified | | Postcode | N/A | | Country | Not specified | | ITL 1 | Not specified | | ITL 2 | Not specified | | ITL 3 | Not specified | | Local authority | Not specified | | Electoral ward | Not specified | | Westminster constituency | Not specified | | Delivery location | TLI32 Westminster | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 7 Jun 2023 at 12:22 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016136-2023 ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/parliamentuk/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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