ITT for Survey and Treament for Timber Preservation Framework

Description

This procurement process is for the framework contract for a multi- supplier framework to carry out dry/wet rot survey and treatment, infestation (woodworm) and chemical mould removal on domestic properties. Dundee City Council is seeking to appoint a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 5 competent contractors for each lot within the framework. The lots for this framework are as follows- Lot 1 – Surface treatments for condensation, dampness and mould (excluding fogging) Lot 2 – Invasive treatments and investigation Lot 3 – Fogging Bidding organisations can apply for all lots within the framework but each lot will be awarded to the highest scoring bidder. Lot 1: Lot 1 - Surface treatments for condensation, dampness and mould (excluding fodding) The Contractor is not required to be a specialist timber-preservation company. Suitably competent general building or joinery contractors may tender, provided they can demonstrate the necessary competence, experience and resources to deliver the complete works in accordance with the specification. Where specialist treatment, surveying, electrical, plumbing, gas or other regulated work is required, the Contractor may use suitably competent and appropriately qualified employees or subcontractors. All treatment products, application methods, guarantees and supporting documentation must comply with the specification and be accepted by the Contract Administrator. Additional information: Dundee City Council is seeking to appoint a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 5 compete3nt contractors for each lot. Lot 2: Lot 2 – Invasive treatments and investigation This Lot is intended for specialist property preservation and invasive treatment contractors. Tenderers must be able to demonstrate specialist expertise in damp proofing, timber preservation, fungal decay treatment, wood-boring insect eradication, basement waterproofing and associated remedial works. The Principal Contractor must be a current member of the Property Care Association (PCA) and maintain membership for the duration of the Framework Agreement. The Contractor shall employ suitably qualified surveyors and technicians and be capable of providing surveys, specifications, treatment recommendations, insurance-backed guarantees (where applicable), and completion certification. Subcontracting of specialist preservation treatments will not be permitted unless expressly approved by the Contract Administrator. Additional information: Dundee City Council is seeking to appoint a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 5 competent contractors for each lot within the framework Lot 3: Mould Treatment Fogging This Lot is reserved for specialist mould remediation and environmental treatment contractors. Tenderers shall be able to demonstrate proven experience in the diagnosis, treatment and remediation of mould contamination within domestic and public buildings, including the use of ULV fogging equipment, antimicrobial treatments, HEPA filtration systems and moisture assessment equipment. The Contractor must be a current member of the Property Care Association (PCA), or an equivalent industry body approved by the Contract Administrator and maintain that membership for the duration of the Framework Agreement. The Contractor shall employ suitably trained and competent operatives for mould remediation works and provide evidence of relevant training, health and safety procedures, risk assessments and method statements relating to fogging and biocidal treatments. The Contractor shall provide post-treatment inspection reports, certification of completed treatments and recommendations for any further remedial works required to prevent recurrence. Where biocides, antimicrobials or fungicidal products are used, these shall be approved for their intended purpose and applied strictly in accordance with manufacturers' instructions and all relevant legislation. Additional information: Dundee City Council is seeking to appoint a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 5 competent contractors for each lot within the framework.