Prior information notice
This notice is for prior information only
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
University of Warwick
Argent Court, Sir William Lyons Road, Science Park
Coventry
CV4 7EZ
UK
Contact person: Barbara Tsang
E-mail: b.s.tsang@warwick.ac.uk
NUTS: UKG33
Internet address(es)
Main address: https://warwick.ac.uk/
Address of the buyer profile: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick
I.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
Education
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Social Sciences Connect Programme (SSCP)
Reference number: 21134
II.1.2) Main CPV code
45214400
II.1.3) Type of contract
Works
II.1.4) Short description
The University of Warwick are seeking a Main Contractor to complete the design and prescribed preconstruction services, followed by construction of a new Business School.The University of Warwick has embarked on a Social Sciences Connect Programme (SSCP) to develop a theme-based approach to scholarship, fostering collaborative professional services structures and creating a sector-leading Social Sciences Quarter. The first project to be realised is the new Business School Building and the project aspirations are centred around a well-designed development to support its image and prestige in achieving its vision to be one of the world’s exceptional universities promoting an accessible, inclusive and people-focused environment.
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
No
II.2) Description
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
45214400
45000000
45210000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKG33
Main site or place of performance:
University of Warwick, Coventry.
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
The University of Warwick are seeking a Main Contractor to complete the design and prescribed preconstruction services, followed by construction of a new Business School.The University of Warwick has embarked on a Social Sciences Connect Programme (SSCP) to develop a theme-based approach to scholarship, fostering collaborative professional services structures and creating a sector-leading Social Sciences Quarter. The first project to be realised is the new Business School Building and the project aspirations are centred around a well-designed development to support its image and prestige in achieving its vision to be one of the world’s exceptional universities promoting an accessible, inclusive and people-focused environment. The project location is in a strategically key position in delivering against numerous Masterplan objectives such as the creation of vibrant learning, working and living community, contributing to transport connectivity, distinctive identity creation and the adoption toward a SMART Carbon Neutral Campus and where academics and students are encouraged within a collaborative structure and offered an extensive public realm to enjoy and use.The new home for Warwick Business School (WBS), has been designed by international architects HLA to respond to the department’s specific teaching needs and future growth aspirations as well as its strong brand and identity within the Faculty and the MBA marketplace. The scheme is being designed around the principals of wellbeing and sustainability, to achieve WELL platinum, EPC A rating and BREEAM Excellent to deliver outstanding levels of sustainability.The proposed scheme is circa. 28,000m2 and located on a green field site, which is also a prime gateway location to the University campus. The intent is to have the building in occupation for the start of the academic term in 2029.Procurement Route:Two Stage D&BIndicative Procurement Dates:SQ Released 12 March 2025 ITT Issued 2 May 2025ITT Return 1 July 2025Contract Award 27 August 2025
II.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice:
04/02/2025
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.3) Additional information
The University wish to invite interested parties to a Supplier Engagement Day on the 26th February at 14:00-16:00, where the design team and end-users can showcase the concept design. If you are interested in the scheme, then please express interest at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofwarwick in the first instance. For further details on the Supplier Engagement Day and to confirm your attendance, please email Jade.flay@aecom.com and b.s.tsang@warwick.ac.uk. For any interim queries, please direct these via the clarification function on In-tend.
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
04/02/2025