Prior Information Notice - Minor Works Framework Agreement

Description

This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is to inform potential suppliers that Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) intends to tender in the next 3 to 4 months and is keen to engage with suppliers in the Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch area prior to undertaking the formal procurement process. The formal procurement process aims to appoint 3 to 4 contractors to a framework agreement for providing minor works for its properties on a call-off basis. This framework will be used to procure various building, mechanical, electrical, maintenance, and related trades services. AUB or its appointed facilities management contractor can utilise this service for procured minor construction and related works. Minor works in this context refer to projects that will be completed within 12 months and have a total value of less than 500,000 GBP (VAT inclusive). 2. SME Eligibility This contract is reserved for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) located within the Bournemouth, Poole, and Christchurch area. An SME is defined as any organisation with fewer than 250 employees and a turnover of less than 50 million EUR or a balance sheet total less than 43 million EUR. Lot 1: Prior Information Notice (PIN) - Minor Works Framework Agreement This Prior Information Notice (PIN) is to inform potential suppliers that Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) intends to tender in the next 2 to 3 months and is keen to engage with suppliers in the Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch area prior to undertaking the formal procurement process. The formal procurement process aims to appoint 3 to 4 contractors to a framework agreement for providing minor works for its properties on a call-off basis. This framework will be used to procure various building, mechanical, electrical, maintenance, and related trades services. AUB or its appointed facilities management contractor can utilise this service for procured minor construction and related works. Minor works in this context refer to projects that will be completed within 12 months and have a total value of less than 500,000 GBP (VAT inclusive). 2. SME Eligibility This contract is reserved for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) located within the Bournemouth, Poole, and Christchurch area. An SME is defined as any organisation with fewer than 250 employees and a turnover of less than 50 million EUR or a balance sheet total less than 43 million EUR. Additional information: Aligned with government public procurement policy and relevant policy codes, the framework will cover minor works across a range of trades. It is divided into four lots. Each bidder must submit bids for a minimum of three lots or all four. Lot 2: Building installation work Electrical installation work Insulation work Plumbing and sanitary works Fencing, railing, and safety equipment installation work Mechanical installations Lot 3: Pre market engagement - Building completion Work - Building Completion Work o Plastering work o Joinery and carpentry installation work o Floor and wall covering work o Painting and glazing work o 4Other building completion4 work Lot 4: Prior Information Notice - Lifts, skip hoists, hoists, escalators, and moving walkways o Lifts, skip hoists, hoists, escalators, and moving walkways