Development Consultancy Framework for the provision of Employers Agent, Cost Consultancy, CDM Advisor, and Principal Designer Services

• Value: £864M

This lot is designed to secure suppliers with the combined capability to deliver both cost consultancy and Employer's Agent services, offering clients a single, coordinated approach to project delivery and financial management for the North Region of England. Employer's Agent Service Objectives: Deliver end-to-end contract administration, project management, and consultancy services to support the successful delivery of construction projects, including advising on procurement strategies and tendering approaches. Oversee all project phases from inception to completion, ensuring strict compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and the Employer's requirements. Where required, provide integrated cost consultancy to maintain robust financial oversight and ensure value for money throughout the project lifecycle. Facilitate proactive coordination among all stakeholders to uphold quality, control costs, meet programme targets, and effectively manage risks and project changes. Explore and implement opportunities to integrate cost consultancy within the Employer's Agent role for comprehensive project support. Cost Consultancy Service Objectives: Manage all financial aspects of the project, including the preparation of cost plans, cashflow forecasts, and payment schedules. Ensure accuracy and consistency in project documentation, review tenders for discrepancies, and negotiate with contractors to secure best value. Advise on design, life-cycle, and operational costs, monitor budgets, and ensure adherence to financial constraints. Lead value management initiatives, provide commercial contract advice, participate in progress meetings, and oversee financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within budget and aligned with financial objectives.

• Value: £864M

This lot is designed to secure suppliers with the combined capability to deliver both cost consultancy and Employer's Agent services, offering clients a single, coordinated approach to project delivery and financial management for the South-East Region of England. Employer's Agent Service Objectives: Deliver end-to-end contract administration, project management, and consultancy services to support the successful delivery of construction projects, including advising on procurement strategies and tendering approaches. Oversee all project phases from inception to completion, ensuring strict compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and the Employer's requirements. Where required, provide integrated cost consultancy to maintain robust financial oversight and ensure value for money throughout the project lifecycle. Facilitate proactive coordination among all stakeholders to uphold quality, control costs, meet programme targets, and effectively manage risks and project changes. Explore and implement opportunities to integrate cost consultancy within the Employer's Agent role for comprehensive project support. Cost Consultancy Service Objectives: Manage all financial aspects of the project, including the preparation of cost plans, cashflow forecasts, and payment schedules. Ensure accuracy and consistency in project documentation, review tenders for discrepancies, and negotiate with contractors to secure best value. Advise on design, life-cycle, and operational costs, monitor budgets, and ensure adherence to financial constraints. Lead value management initiatives, provide commercial contract advice, participate in progress meetings, and oversee financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within budget and aligned with financial objectives.

• Value: £864M

This lot is designed to secure suppliers with the combined capability to deliver both cost consultancy and Employer's Agent services, offering clients a single, coordinated approach to project delivery and financial management for the South-West Region of England. Employer's Agent Service Objectives: Deliver end-to-end contract administration, project management, and consultancy services to support the successful delivery of construction projects, including advising on procurement strategies and tendering approaches. Oversee all project phases from inception to completion, ensuring strict compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and the Employer's requirements. Where required, provide integrated cost consultancy to maintain robust financial oversight and ensure value for money throughout the project lifecycle. Facilitate proactive coordination among all stakeholders to uphold quality, control costs, meet programme targets, and effectively manage risks and project changes. Explore and implement opportunities to integrate cost consultancy within the Employer's Agent role for comprehensive project support. Cost Consultancy Service Objectives: Manage all financial aspects of the project, including the preparation of cost plans, cashflow forecasts, and payment schedules. Ensure accuracy and consistency in project documentation, review tenders for discrepancies, and negotiate with contractors to secure best value. Advise on design, life-cycle, and operational costs, monitor budgets, and ensure adherence to financial constraints. Lead value management initiatives, provide commercial contract advice, participate in progress meetings, and oversee financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within budget and aligned with financial objectives.

• Value: £8M

This lot seeks providers with the integrated capability to deliver both CDM Advisor and Principal Designer services, ensuring comprehensive support for health and safety compliance and risk management throughout all project stages, in line with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 on a National basis in England. CDM Advisor Service Requirements: Deliver expert guidance to help the Employer fulfil their legal duties under CDM regulations, including clarifying roles, responsibilities, and resource requirements for health and safety during the project. Liaise with the Principal Designer and contractors to confirm ongoing compliance with CDM regulations. Review construction phase health and safety plans, assess welfare provisions, and recommend adjustments as needed. Verify health and safety arrangements throughout construction and evaluate the final health and safety file for completeness. Participate in early risk identification systems, support dispute resolution, and ensure all necessary information is provided for effective CDM compliance. Principal Designer Service Requirements: Plan, manage, and coordinate health and safety during the pre-construction phase, minimizing risks associated with design and project delivery. Foster cooperation and communication among designers, contractors, and CDM consultants, ensuring timely updates and information sharing. Apply principles of prevention to address foreseeable risks related to construction, maintenance, and workplace use, ensuring full regulatory compliance. Gather and distribute pre-construction information, review design proposals for health and safety implications, and manage health and safety plans throughout the project lifecycle. Liaise with the Principal Contractor to uphold safety standards during construction and prepare the health and safety file for handover to the Employer. Assist in dispute resolution, seek Employer approval at key project stages, and ensure all relevant information is shared for compliance, audit, and ongoing safety management. This combined service approach ensures robust health and safety management, regulatory compliance, and effective risk mitigation from project inception to completion.