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Kingston University Framework
Kingston University seeks to appoint a full suite of consultants under a competitive framework to deliver diverse estate projects over four years.
Kingston University is procuring professional architectural services through a competitive framework agreement, covering new builds, refurbishments, extensions, and fit-outs across its campuses. The framework will serve a rolling programme of works aimed at enhancing teaching, research, and student facilities, with project values typically ranging from small-scale refurbishments under £2m to more substantial developments exceeding £3m. Appointed consultants will provide core architectural, lead consultancy, and CDM principal designer services, alongside optional technical advisor roles, ensuring design quality, regulatory compliance, and alignment with the University’s sustainability and strategic objectives.
Other lots include appointments for building services engineers, building surveyors, fire safety consultants, project and cost managers and structural and civil engineers.
Location
Sector
Education
Intervention
New build, extensions, and refurbishments
Website
Tender Portal
Tender Stage
Pre-selection for tender
Deadline
2 September 2025
Contract Type
Framework Agreement
Project Value/Scale
Lot 1: £2m – £3m
Consultant Team
Architect
Lead Consultant
CDM Principal Designer
Technical Advisor (optional role within framework)
Lead Consultant
CDM Principal Designer
Technical Advisor (optional role within framework)
Submission Criteria
Six applicants will be shortlisted for stage 2. Four will be appointed to the framework.
Scored Questions:
Organisational capability, including UK Building Regulations, CDM Regulations, and Building Safety Act compliance – 15%
Office responsible for managing projects – 5%
Two examples of relevant higher education projects (one ≤£2m) – 15%
Summary of approach to design and construction – 10%
Understanding client objectives – 10%
Environmental sustainability case studies – 15%
Approach to collaborative working – 15%
Health & safety approach – 15%
Pass/Fail Requirements:
Financial capacity checks via Creditsafe/D&B
Minimum insurance cover: £10m EL, £10m PL, £10m PI.
Legal capacity and GDPR compliance.
Relevant experience and contract examples