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The proposed construction works contract is for a residential development of 28 two-storey social housing units including amenity space and other ancillary works at Newhill, Belfast. The complexity of this development includes widening of the Whiterock Road along the frontage of the development with provision of a new site entrance, treatment of invasive species and contaminated land, site retention, provision of a below ground pumping station, attenuation, utility alterations, all engineering services and external site development works. It is expected ALL social housing units built under this contract will achieve Secured by Design and Lifetime Homes certification. The units must also achieve EPC Rating ‘A’. This scheme was submitted to planning in May 2021. The planning application (LA04/2021/1447/F) is currently being assessed by Belfast City Council Planning Authority with Planning Approval anticipated in September 2023. The contract will be for approximately 15 months from date of award and is scheduled to start by March 2024.

Scope of Services and Specification Summary: • A 1-year fixed price contract is required, with the option of two further 1-year extensions (1+1+1) anticipated to commence in October 2023. • DTA21 discounted pricing provided and a fixed price contract to be billed annually. • The provider must be a Microsoft Gold / Platinum partner. • The Association require the ability to add, move and remove licenses as required during the contract term. • Continual updates on the Microsoft suite provided to be aligned with the most recent versions. • Proposed review offerings. • The Association will also consider additional features including but not limited to: o Training o Offers to employees

This tender for radius Housing (primarily the Housing with Care Directorate), requires the contractor to provide catering, cleaning and laundry services for supported housing schemes for people with disabilities and complex needs, as well as specialist care facilities for the frail elderly, people with learning disabilities and people with dementia. This contract is for 24 hour care and support schemes within the Radius Housing portfolio which are listed in the tender documents.

The proposed construction works contract is for a residential development of 260 social housing units on a greenfield site on the Glen Road, Hannahstown, Belfast that includes a housing mix of 176 homes including split level units, 3 wheelchair accessible bungalows and 81 apartments within 9 blocks including 1 ‘Happi Principles’ block which includes additional communal spaces. The site also includes extensive landscaping, a children’s play park, amenity space and other ancillary works. The complexity of this development includes site clearance, site remodelling due to site topography, removal of contamination, areas of ground conditions utility alterations, all engineering service and detailed phasing requirements. It is expected ALL social housing units built under this contract will achieve Secured by Design and Lifetime Homes accreditation. All units will also be required to achieve EPC Rating ‘A’. The project will also be delivered to BIM Level 2. A Planning Application for the project was submitted to Belfast City Council on 20/01/2023 and was validated on 24/02/2023. Ref Number LA04/2023/2557/F. It is currently envisaged that planning approval will be obtained during 2024. The contract will be for approximately 56 months from date of award and is scheduled to start in Summer 2024 with the ITT documentation being issued in Q1 2024. A summary of the proposed project is provided in the table below: Time is to be of the essence in delivering the Works and any failure by the Contractor to comply with the time limits for commencing or completing the works shall be deemed to be a substantial failure by the Contractor to comply with the contract giving the Employer a right to terminate the contract.

1.1. SPECIFICATION This section seeks to outline a description and scope of requirements for the Supply of Landlord Electricity. For clarity please see detail below: Scope of Services and Specification Summary: • A 12 month contract is required, anticipated to commence on 1st June 2024. • Electricity supply is across multiple tariffs on a flexible priced basis. • Only electricity suppliers licensed by the Northern Ireland Utility Regulator are eligible to make submissions under this tender. • Information on electricity consumption and the number of sites (MPRNs) has been provided by the Association within the Tender package. However, information may be subject to minor changes and consumption may vary. • Additional sites may be added to any contracts during the contract term. • Rates are to be variable with a fixed margin • Prices should be all inclusive with the exception of VAT, which will be added at a rate of 5 percent. • Sites are understood to be exempt from climate change levy. • Group billing must be provided along with an online billing facility / customer portal. • Payments from the Association are expected to be via Direct Debit with terms to be agreed

Scope of Services and Specification Summary: • The requirement has been divided into 2 regional lots based on supply areas. (Lot 1 – Phoenix network area and Lot 2 – Firmus network area). • Tenderers may bid for one or all lots and tenderers may be successful for one or all lots. • A 12-month contract is required, anticipated to commence on 1st July 2024. • Gas supply is across multiple regions on a flexible priced basis. • Only natural gas suppliers licensed by the Northern Ireland Utility Regulator are eligible to make submissions under this tender. • Information on gas consumption and the number of sites has been provided by the Association within the Tender package. However, information may be subject to minor changes and consumption may vary. • Additional sites may be added to any contracts during the contract term. • Rates are to be variable with a fixed margin • Prices should be all-inclusive with the exception of VAT, which will be added at a rate of 5 percent. • Group billing must be provided along with an online billing facility/customer portal. • Payments from the Association are expected to be via Direct Debit with terms to be agreed.

The proposed construction works contract is for a residential development of 260 social housing units on a greenfield site on the Glen Road, Hannahstown, Belfast that includes a housing mix of 176 homes including split level units, 3 wheelchair accessible bungalows and 81 apartments within 9 blocks including 1 ‘Happi Principles’ block which includes additional communal spaces. The site also includes extensive landscaping, a children’s play park, amenity space and other ancillary works. The complexity of this development includes site clearance, site remodelling due to site topography, removal of contamination, areas of ground conditions utility alterations, all engineering service and detailed phasing requirements. It is expected ALL social housing units built under this contract will achieve Secured by Design and Lifetime Homes accreditation. All units will also be required to achieve EPC Rating ‘A’. The project will also be delivered to BIM Level 2. A Planning Application for the project was submitted to Belfast City Council on 20/01/2023 and was validated on 24/02/2023. Ref Number LA04/2023/2557/F. Planning approval was granted at Planning Committee in June 2024, final conditions are being drafted by the Council, alongside a Section 76 Agreement which, once signed, will trigger the release of the Decision Notice. The contract will be for approximately 56 months from date of award and is scheduled to start in March 2025 with the ITT documentation being issued in Q4 2024. A summary of the proposed project is provided in the table below: Time is to be of the essence in delivering the Works and any failure by the Contractor to comply with the time limits for commencing or completing the works shall be deemed to be a substantial failure by the Contractor to comply with the contract giving the Employer a right to terminate the contract.

Radius Housing Association invites tenders from those wishing to be appointed to provide land and subsequently the design and construction of social housing in the area of Newry). Placement onto the Framework Agreement will be by way of a competitive tendering procedure, to assess all bidders who submitted tenders against the criteria outlined in the tender. It is anticipated that a maximum of 5 Developers will be appointed to the Framework, subject to an adequate number of satisfactory tenderers being received. Each Development (an individual Development Contract) is for the provision of a minimum of 10 social housing units in Newry by means of design and build, where the Developer provides the land, designs, constructs and completes the scheme for Radius in accordance with the DfC Housing Association Guide; Employers Requirements and statutory body requirements. This procurement is subject to all necessary funding and approvals being obtained. Radius Housing reserve the right to discontinue the procurement process at any stage. The appointment of a developer to the framework is not a guarantee by Radius Housing of the development commencing.

Radius Housing wishes to procure a Framework for an Integrated Design Team (IDT) to carry out the Services. This Framework is to cover (inter alia) Services in relation to the provision of disabled adaptation works in various properties owned or otherwise managed by Radius Housing Association. It is anticipated that a single supplier will be appointed as the Framework Member to provide the resources necessary to deliver the anticipated Works projects. It is proposed that the Framework will be for an initial period of two years, with the option to extend for two further one-year periods.

Radius Housing Association invites tenders from those wishing to be appointed to provide land and subsequently the design and construction of social housing in the area of Antrim Road). Placement onto the Framework Agreement will be by way of a competitive tendering procedure, to assess all bidders who submitted tenders against the criteria outlined in the tender. It is anticipated that a maximum of 5 Developers will be appointed to the Framework, subject to an adequate number of satisfactory tenderers being received.

Radius Housing Association invites tenders from those wishing to be appointed to provide land and subsequently the design and construction of social housing in the area of Ballyclare. Placement onto the Framework Agreement will be by way of a competitive tendering procedure, to assess all bidders who submitted tenders against the criteria outlined in the tender. It is anticipated that a maximum of 5 Developers will be appointed to the Framework, subject to an adequate number of satisfactory tenderers being received.

Radius Housing are seeking to appoint Catering, Cleaning & Laundry Provider for the Associations Housing with Care schemes and Day Care facilities to provide a 7 day a week service. It is the intention of Radius Housing to award a contract to a single provider for the service which includes: a. Catering Services for 9 Housing with Care Homes and Associated Day Care Centres b. Cleaning Services and Laundry Services for 9 Housing with Care Homes and Associated Day Care Centres The contract will be procured in accordance with the Competitive Flexible Procedure as set out at Regulation 20(2(b)) of The Procurement Act 2023 (the Act or PA23). This Competitive Flexible shall consist of an initial stage where tenderers will submit their Conditions of Participation, and their quality and cost (Award Stage) offer. The Contracting Authority may award the procurement competition to the Most Advantageous Tender after the assessment of this initial stage. However, the Contracting Authority reserves the right at its sole discretion to conduct further price only stages and to issue refined service or contract information. Revised Pricing will be assessed and will be combined with the Quality scores to provide a new Most Advantageous Tender. The Contracting Authority also reserves the right at its sole discretion following the completion of the evaluation of all responses and the identification of the Most Advantageous Tender according to the award criteria to enter dialogue with the most advantageous tenderer in order to refine elements of the contract, service, specification, social value offer, sustainability and or cost prior to the execution of the contract. Nothing stated in this ITT or during the Competition is or shall be relied on as a promise or representation as to the future or a commitment by the Authority to award or enter into any contract. The Association reserves the right to not award to the lowest or any tender or to discontinue this Procurement Competition at any time. Radius have considered the use of Lots for this contract but do not believe the use of Lots are suitable due the limited number of sites the services are to be carried out in. Further information is available in the tender documents.

Radius Housing are seeking to appoint a suitable Supplier of Electricity for it’s communal landlord areas and other buildings. Scope of Services and Specification Summary: • A 12 month contract (with the Radius having the option of a further 12 months) is required, anticipated to commence July 2025. • Electricity supply is across multiple tariffs on a flexible priced basis. • Only electricity suppliers licensed by the Northern Ireland Utility Regulator are eligible to make submissions under this tender. • Information on electricity consumption and the number of sites (MPRNs) has been provided by the Association within the Tender package. However, information may be subject to minor changes and consumption may vary. • Additional sites may be added to any contracts during the contract term. • Rates are to be variable with a fixed margin • Prices should be all inclusive with the exception of VAT, which will be added at a rate of 5%. • Sites are understood to be exempt from climate change levy. • Group billing must be provided along with an online billing facility / customer portal. • Payments from the Association are expected to be via Direct Debit with terms to be agreed. The contract will be procured in accordance with the Open Procedure as set out at Regulation 20(2(a)) of The Procurement Act 2023 (the Act or PA23). Nothing stated in this ITT or during the Competition is or shall be relied on as a promise or representation as to the future or a commitment by the Authority to award or enter into any contract. The Association reserves the right to not award to the lowest or any tender or to discontinue this Procurement Competition at any time. Radius have considered the use of Lots for this contract but do not believe the use of Lots are suitable due the limited number of sites the services are to be carried out in.

Radius Housing are seeking to appoint a suitable Supplier of Natural Gas for it’s communal landlord areas and other buildings. Scope of Services and Specification Summary: • The requirement has been divided into 2 regional lots based on supply areas. (Lot 1 – Phoenix network area & Lot 2 – Firmus network area). • Tenderers may bid for one or all lots and tenderers may be successful for one or all lots. • A 12 month contract (with the Radius having the option of a further 12 months) is required, anticipated to commence July 2025. • Gas supply is across multiple regions on a flexible priced basis. • Only natural gas suppliers licensed by the Northern Ireland Utility Regulator are eligible to make submissions under this tender. • Information on gas consumption and the number of sites has been provided by the Association within the Tender package. However, information may be subject to minor changes and consumption may vary. • Additional sites may be added to any contracts during the contract term. • Rates are to be variable with a fixed margin • Prices should be all inclusive with the exception of VAT, which will be added at a rate of 5%. • Group billing must be provided along with an online billing facility / customer portal. • Payments from the Association are expected to be via Direct Debit with terms to be agreed. The contract will be procured in accordance with the Open Procedure as set out at Regulation 20(2(a)) of The Procurement Act 2023 (the Act or PA23). Nothing stated in this ITT or during the Competition is or shall be relied on as a promise or representation as to the future or a commitment by the Authority to award or enter into any contract. The Association reserves the right to not award to the lowest or any tender or to discontinue this Procurement Competition at any time. Radius have considered the use of Lots for this contract and have identified 2 suitable Lots.

The Contract is for the provision of Cleaning and Waste Management Services as fully described in Document 2 Service Information. It is the intention of Radius Housing to award a contract to a single provider for the service which includes: • Cleaning of communal areas including entrances, hallways, corridors, lifts, driveways, paths and bin stores. • Cleaning of offices and; • Adhoc specialist clean • Adhoc domestic cover • Waste management services The Service Information defines the cleaning tasks to be undertaken and the frequency at which these tasks are to be completed at each site. It is for the contractor to determine the amount of time needed each period to deliver the services specified. Details of individual properties, the frequency of cleaning and the facilities available is set out in the Service Information (Document 2) and the Asset List included in the Pricing Document.

The proposed construction works contract is for the 1st section of a residential development on a greenfield site on the Glen Road, Hannahstown, Belfast. This phase is for the provision of 140 social housing units that includes a housing mix of 73 homes including split level units, 2 wheelchair accessible bungalows and 65 apartments within 7 blocks including 1 ‘Happi Principles’ block which includes additional communal spaces. The site also includes extensive landscaping, a children’s play park, amenity space and other ancillary works. Alongside the 140 units a programme of site wide enabling works will also be undertaken. The contract will be for approximately 36 months from date of award and is scheduled to start in March 2026 with the ITT documentation being issued in Q3/4 2025. Full details can be found under section 7- Competition Details. In addition to section 1 Radius Homes reserve the right to award an additional contract for the 2nd section of the site approximately 120 units which the enabling works will have been carried out for subject to satisfactory performance on the first contract and a value for money solution being agreed between the parties. This is a permitted modification described under section 74 and schedule 8 of the Procurement Act 2023.

Radius Housing seek to appoint suitably skilled and experienced Contractors to a Planned Maintenance Contractor Framework Tenderers may apply for a single work Lot, i.e. Lot 1 or Lot 2, or apply for both Lots, subject to fulfilling the Eligibility Criteria as outlined in the CFP Stage 1 Eligibility Questionnaire for each Lot. LOT 1 CYCLICAL MAINTENANCE/MINOR WORKS PROJECTS: Lot 1 will primarily be for planned maintenance type works that are generally of a cyclical nature (ie kitchen replacement, bathroom replacement, window replacement etc) or for other minor works type individual projects which may include adaptations for people with disabilities, extensions, minor internal alterations etc and up to anticipated individual contract value of circa £750,000.00. However, Radius reserves the right to call-off aPage 2 to 10 contract of any value for this lot. In addition to occupied properties, works under Lot 1 may also include void properties where applicable. The indicative estimated annual spend for Lot 1 will be in the region of £5,000,000.00 to £8,000,000.00 p.a. LOT 2 MULTI ELEMENTAL IMPROVEMENTS: Lot 2 will be for larger Multi Element Improvement projects. These works will include significant refurbishment works to multiple units and/or communal spaces, or for other works that fall outside of the remit of Lot 1. There is no upper limit for Lot 2 projects, but it is expected that projects will generally range from £500,000.00 to £2,500,000.00 (but possible that projects of up to £5,000,000.00 may occur). However, Radius reserves the right to call-off a contract of any value for this lot. In addition to occupied properties, works under Lot 2 may also include void properties where applicable. The indicative annual estimated spend for Lot 2 will be in the region of £5,000,000.00 - £8,000,000.00 p.a. The estimated spend noted above is indicative only and Radius Housing cannot guarantee that these amounts will be spent annually on each Lot. Radius Housing will permit Tenderers to apply for both Lot 1 and Lot 2 or for a single Lot only. Tenderers will indicate their preference within the CFP Stage 1 (Eligibility Questionnaire).

Radius Housing seek to appoint suitably skilled and experienced Contractors to a Planned Maintenance Contractor Framework Tenderers may apply for a single work Lot, i.e. Lot 1 or Lot 2, or apply for both Lots, subject to fulfilling the Eligibility Criteria as outlined in the CFP Stage 1 Eligibility Questionnaire for each Lot. LOT 1 CYCLICAL MAINTENANCE/MINOR WORKS PROJECTS: Lot 1 will primarily be for planned maintenance type works that are generally of a cyclical nature (ie kitchen replacement, bathroom replacement, window replacement etc) or for other minor works type individual projects which may include adaptations for people with disabilities, extensions, minor internal alterations etc and up to anticipated individual contract value of circa £750,000.00. However, Radius reserves the right to call-off a contract of any value for this lot. In addition to occupied properties, works under Lot 1 may also include void properties where applicable. The indicative estimated annual spend for Lot 1 will be in the region of £5,000,000.00 to £8,000,000.00 p.a. LOT 2 MULTI ELEMENTAL IMPROVEMENTS: Lot 2 will be for larger Multi Element Improvement projects. These works will include significant refurbishment works to multiple units and/or communal spaces, or for other works that fall outside of the remit of Lot 1. There is no upper limit for Lot 2 projects, but it is expected that projects will generally range from £500,000.00 to £2,500,000.00 (but possible that projects of up to £5,000,000.00 may occur). However, Radius reserves the right to call-off a contract of any value for this lot. In addition to occupied properties, works under Lot 2 may also include void properties where applicable. The indicative annual estimated spend for Lot 2 will be in the region of £5,000,000.00 - £8,000,000.00 p.a. The estimated spend noted above is indicative only and Radius Housing cannot guarantee that these amounts will be spent annually on each Lot. Radius Housing will permit Tenderers to apply for both Lot 1 and Lot 2 or for a single Lot only. Tenderers will indicate their preference within the CFP Stage 1 (Eligibility Questionnaire).

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.