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Janet Courtney Hostel
The Shetland Islands Council is seeking architectural consultancy services for the conversion and refurbishment of the historic Janet Courtney Hostel.
As part of the broader Knab redevelopment masterplan, the existing building will be transformed into high-quality residential accommodation, contributing to a diverse and sustainable housing mix. The Janet Courtney Hostel will be reimagined to provide a range of dwelling types, respecting its prominent location and architectural heritage while ensuring energy-efficient, modern living standards.
Location
Sector
Residential
Website
Tender Portal
Tender Stage
ITT
Deadline
11 April 2025
Consultant Team
Architect
Principal Designer
Principal Designer
Submission Criteria
Completion of the SPD (Single Procurement Document) via Public Contracts Scotland
Minimum turnover: £54,000/year (last 3 years) scores highest
Employer’s Liability Insurance: £10M
Public Liability Insurance: £5M
Bank reference: £80,000 or credit rating equivalent
Full financial statements and ratio analysis
Quality Questions:
Experience with similar building conversions (20%)
Experience working with multi-party design teams (20%)
Experience in remote locations like Shetland (10%)
Approach to client engagement and design development (40%)
Experience working with listed buildings (10%)