Development Consultancy Framework for the Provision of Employers Agent, Cost Consultancy, CDM Advisor, and Principal Designer Services

This amendment to the original notice does not fundamentally alter the proposed aims or aspirations of the procurement, or its conduct in any way, however clarifies a number of aspects relating to the conduct of the procedure which may not have been clear to bidders in the original publication. This information has been available throughout within the published PSQ documentation.

Organisation

THE GUINNESS PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

7th Floor, 350 Euston Road, London, NW1 3AX

This lot is designed to secure suppliers with the combined capability to deliver both Cost Consultancy and Employer's Agent services, offering clients a single, coordinated approach to project delivery and financial management for the North Region of England. Employer's Agent Service Objectives: Deliver end-to-end contract administration, project management, and consultancy services to support the successful delivery of construction projects, including advising on procurement strategies and tendering approaches. Oversee all project phases from inception to completion, ensuring strict compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and the Employer's requirements. Where required, provide integrated cost consultancy to maintain robust financial oversight and ensure value for money throughout the project lifecycle. Facilitate proactive coordination among all stakeholders to uphold quality, control costs, meet programme targets, and effectively manage risks and project changes. Explore and implement opportunities to integrate cost consultancy within the Employer's Agent role for comprehensive project support. Cost Consultancy Service Objectives: Manage all financial aspects of the project, including the preparation of cost plans, cashflow forecasts, and payment schedules. Ensure accuracy and consistency in project documentation, review tenders for discrepancies, and negotiate with contractors to secure best value. Advise on design, life-cycle, and operational costs, monitor budgets, and ensure adherence to financial constraints. Lead value management initiatives, provide commercial contract advice, participate in progress meetings, and oversee financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within budget and aligned with financial objectives. Guinness intends to appoint 5 suppliers to this lot, although may appoint up to a maximum of 7 suppliers where final tender scores are significantly close. An objective methodology for this selection approach will be included within the ITT.

Contract period: — → 31 October 2028

This lot is designed to secure suppliers with the combined capability to deliver both Cost Consultancy and Employer's Agent services, offering clients a single, coordinated approach to project delivery and financial management for the South-East Region of England. Employer's Agent Service Objectives: Deliver end-to-end contract administration, project management, and consultancy services to support the successful delivery of construction projects, including advising on procurement strategies and tendering approaches. Oversee all project phases from inception to completion, ensuring strict compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and the Employer's requirements. Where required, provide integrated cost consultancy to maintain robust financial oversight and ensure value for money throughout the project lifecycle. Facilitate proactive coordination among all stakeholders to uphold quality, control costs, meet programme targets, and effectively manage risks and project changes. Explore and implement opportunities to integrate cost consultancy within the Employer's Agent role for comprehensive project support. Cost Consultancy Service Objectives: Manage all financial aspects of the project, including the preparation of cost plans, cashflow forecasts, and payment schedules. Ensure accuracy and consistency in project documentation, review tenders for discrepancies, and negotiate with contractors to secure best value. Advise on design, life-cycle, and operational costs, monitor budgets, and ensure adherence to financial constraints. Lead value management initiatives, provide commercial contract advice, participate in progress meetings, and oversee financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within budget and aligned with financial objectives. Guinness intends to appoint 5 suppliers to this lot, although may appoint up to a maximum of 7 suppliers where final tender scores are significantly close. An objective methodology for this selection approach will be included within the ITT.

Contract period: — → 31 October 2028

This lot is designed to secure suppliers with the combined capability to deliver both Cost Consultancy and Employer's Agent services, offering clients a single, coordinated approach to project delivery and financial management for the South-West Region of England. Employer's Agent Service Objectives: Deliver end-to-end contract administration, project management, and consultancy services to support the successful delivery of construction projects, including advising on procurement strategies and tendering approaches. Oversee all project phases from inception to completion, ensuring strict compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and the Employer's requirements. Where required, provide integrated cost consultancy to maintain robust financial oversight and ensure value for money throughout the project lifecycle. Facilitate proactive coordination among all stakeholders to uphold quality, control costs, meet programme targets, and effectively manage risks and project changes. Explore and implement opportunities to integrate cost consultancy within the Employer's Agent role for comprehensive project support. Cost Consultancy Service Objectives: Manage all financial aspects of the project, including the preparation of cost plans, cashflow forecasts, and payment schedules. Ensure accuracy and consistency in project documentation, review tenders for discrepancies, and negotiate with contractors to secure best value. Advise on design, life-cycle, and operational costs, monitor budgets, and ensure adherence to financial constraints. Lead value management initiatives, provide commercial contract advice, participate in progress meetings, and oversee financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within budget and aligned with financial objectives.

Contract period: — → 31 October 2028

This lot seeks providers with the integrated capability to deliver both CDM Advisor and Principal Designer services, ensuring comprehensive support for health and safety compliance and risk management throughout all project stages, in line with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 on a National basis in England.

Contract period: — → 31 October 2028

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Application Deadline

8 July 2025

Closed

Estimated Value

£38,130,000

WAC Reference

WAC-455627

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