CONTRACT NOTICE – NATIONAL

1 Authority Details

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Authority Name and Address

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Address from which documentation may be obtained

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Completed documents must be returned to:

2 Contract Details

2.1

Title

Y Muni: Re-development feasibility and options appraisal

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Description of the goods or services required

Y Muni (the Muni) is an iconic cultural venue situated in the south Wales valley town of Pontypridd.

Awen Cultural Trust (Awen), in partnership with Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council (RCTCBC), are working towards an ambitious multi-million refurbishment and development programme.

Awen is seeking proposals from suitably experienced and qualified multi-disciplined teams to carry out a redevelopment feasibility study and options appraisal. The study will explore the social and architectural heritage of the building, along with the necessary design, development and repair work required to reimagine the building for the 21st century. Ultimately the outputs from this work will be used to feed in to future work streams, such as a National Heritage Lottery Fund grant application.

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Notice Coding and Classification

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Total quantity or scope of tender

Y Muni (the Muni) is an iconic cultural venue situated in the south Wales valley town of Pontypridd.

Awen Cultural Trust (Awen), in partnership with Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council (RCTCBC), are working towards an ambitious multi-million refurbishment and development programme.

Awen is seeking proposals from suitably experienced and qualified multi-disciplined teams to carry out a redevelopment feasibility study and options appraisal. The study will explore the social and architectural heritage of the building, along with the necessary design, development and repair work required to reimagine the building for the 21st century. Ultimately the outputs from this work will be used to feed in to future work streams, such as a National Heritage Lottery Fund grant application.

3 Conditions for Participation

3.1

Minimum standards and qualification required

Please refer to tender document for full details. A summary of work required is included below:

Part 1 – Physical condition and heritage assessment

• A comprehensive written statement outlining the historical, heritage and cultural significance of the building to include a photographic record of the physical features of interest and at risk. This should reference Cadw’s conservation principles and relevant National Heritage Lottery Fund guidance.

• A thorough, evidenced based survey of the condition of the historic fabric and architectural features.

• A thorough inspection and assessment of the existing M&E systems.

• All the above should provide a sound evidence base to support the case for investment.

• Identify opportunities by which the building could be made more environmentally and economically sustainable (in context of current Cadw and NLHF guidance)

Part 2 – Design

• Facilitating public engagement workshops (one daytime; one evening) with local community and stakeholders, seeking their views and recording feedback

• Client site meetings and discussions as necessary to develop and refine ideas and options

• Establish general layout plan drawings to RIBA Stage 1 standard which provide a preferred, optimum and above all realistic design option.

• At least three artists impressions (CGI or hand drawn, e.g. watercolour “sketch”) (medium and views to be agreed) to support the funding strategy and future public engagement.

• Take the findings of the part 1 condition surveys and advise of appropriate repair and conservation approaches (treatment and long-term control) of all identified areas including latent damage, with advice on appropriate cost allowances.

• Undertake an assessment of significant project risks, including: planning and LBC considerations, programme and site constraints and procurement strategy

• Establish a cost plan to RIBA Stage 1 standard in line with architectural plans and findings from part 1 surveys.

4 Administrative Information

4.1

Type of Procedure

Single stage

4.2

Reference number attributed to the notice by the contracting authority

N/a

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Time Limits

4.5

Language or languages in which tenders or requests to participate can be drawn up

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Tender Submission Postbox

5 Other Information

5.1

Additional Information

Please refer to tender documentation for full details. A summary is included below:

The conclusion of this commission shall consist of project documentation to RIBA stage 1 or beyond that delivers all of the requirements identified in section 2.2, with due regard to the broader information and context provided in section 2.1.

Key deliverables include:

• Exploration of the potential of a reimagined Muni as a significant and vibrant cultural venue within Pontypridd and the wider region

• An enhanced technical appraisal of building, its structure and features, and robust recommendations for development

• Architectural plan drawings and artist’s impressions demonstrating how desired outcomes could be accommodated with due regard to planning and listed building guidance

• Recommendations on the incorporation of other facilities that may enhance the cultural offer

• Development of a project risk assessment, which should identify any significant risks that are commensurate with this stage of work. For example: planning and LBC considerations, programme constraints, physical site constraints and procurement strategy.

• A RIBA Stage 1 outline cost plan compiled by a qualified Quantity Surveyor.

(WA Ref:101236)

The buyer considers that this contract is suitable for consortia bidding.

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Additional Documentation

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Publication date of this notice