IDT CONSULTANCY FRAMEWORK

Description

The Contracting Authority wishes to procure a Framework with two (2) Integrated Design Teams for a multi-disciplined Integrated Design Team (IDT) to carry out the Services. This Framework is to cover Services in relation to Planned Maintenance Services and Repair Works which the Authority provides.
The Framework Member(s) appointed to this Framework will be required to provide full Integrated Design Team Professional Services to Radius Housing Association.
The Works that will be required include but are not limited to the following:-
•      Major refurbishment, rehabilitation, and damp remediation works.
•      Replacement/refurbishment of kitchens, bathrooms, doors, windows, heating systems, electrical wiring, and roofing (including structural alterations, roof lights, and cavity wall insulation).
•	Fire safety works, including upgrade/replacement of fire doors, compartmentation and fire stopping.
•	External works such as pathways, ramps, railings, parking improvements, and surface treatments.
•	Development works, including acquisition and adaptation of existing properties.
•	Internal/external redecoration and space reconfiguration.
•	General external works, including gutter/drain repairs, roof treatments, and cleaning.
•	Works to ensure compliance with the Disability Discrimination Act.
•	Works to ensure compliance with equality, accessibility, and safeguarding legislation.
•	Investigation of structural defects, with costed remedial recommendations.
•	Design and supervision of remedial works, including tendering support.
•	Sustainability projects, including EPC reporting, assessments, and improvement works.
•	Other maintenance and compliance-related works arising during the Framework term.
The Works as outlined above and the Services associated with same, are subject to change dependent upon the requirements of the Contracting Authority and the nature of funding obtained and approvals received for each project. The Contracting Authority does not guarantee that any (or all) of the Services will be required or awarded under the Framework. 
The successful Framework Member will be required to advise as to whether Planning, Building Control approval and/or any other regulatory approvals are required for Works arising out of an appointment under the framework and will make representations to the relevant authorities in this regard. Completed projects must have a structural life expectancy of at least 30 years.
The Authority's stock comprises a variety of house types including but not limited to Flats in Blocks and individual houses in the following categories:
•	General Needs accommodation, 
•	Sheltered , 
•	Supported Housing and Care Homes' sectors, 
•	Hostels and 
•	Office accommodation.
The above outline of current stock is indicative only. Suppliers should note that at any time the stock may be increased during the Framework period by way of development, mergers, acquisitions or stock transfer from other Contracting Authorities.