UHW Roof Replacement - Civil & Structural Engineering

Tender description

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre NHS Trust are acting on behalf of Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board who are seeking to establish a contract to appoint a Civil and Structural Engineer to undertake a condition survey of the existing roofs to tower blocks 1 and 2, with link blocks 4, 5 and 6 at UHW. Subject to the findings of the report and the levels of corrosion identified, the designers will be expected to provide a number of shortlisted options outlining all the advantages and disadvantages with associated cost estimates, so CAVUHB can make an informed decision on their preferred choice of strategy to progress.The designers will undertake all the necessary surveys of the existing roof. They will be responsible for carrying out any applicable surveys that will inform the design process required for the supply and installation of the new roof, should one be required.Throughout the design and construction process, the designer will be expected to undertake the role of principle designer in accordance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.Throughout the pre- and post-contract process, the design team will be expected to liaise with third-party entities, such as Building Control, to ensure they are involved in the process where applicable and seek any specialist support and approvals.The identified list below includes, but isn’t limited to documents and areas where the designers will be expected to produce or support;Condition Survey of existing roofThe production of tender drawings and specificationsSchedule of worksInvolvement in tender queriesTender evaluation process i.e. most economically advantageous tenderBusiness Justification CaseFormulation of the scope in accordance with the NEC4 contractFormulation of contract in accordance with the NEC4 Contract (option to be determined at a later date)Post contract supervisionTesting and commissioning