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Torus Housing Framework
This tender seeks architectural and principal design consultants for inclusion in a four-year Framework Agreement to support Torus62's development programme in the North West of England
Torus is one of the largest housing providers in the North West, delivering over 1,000 new units annually. The framework is divided into four specialist consultancy lots: Lot 1 – Employer’s Agent and Purchasing Agent Services, Lot 2 – Architect and Building Safety Principal Designer Services, Lot 3 – Structural Engineering Services, and Lot 4 – Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Services, each supporting the delivery of Torus' development programme over a four-year term. The framework aims to streamline procurement and foster collaboration across future projects - both residential and mixed-use. Consultants will deliver services from feasibility to handover, ensuring compliance with Building Safety regulations and contributing to Torus' wider social value goal.
Sector
Housing
Intervention
New Buildings
Website
Tender Portal
Tender Stage
One Stage Tender
Deadline
16 May 2025
Project Value/Scale
£4.5 million over four years (for Lot 2)
Consultant Team
Architectural Lead Designer
Building Safety Principal Designer (BS PD)
Building Safety Principal Designer (BS PD)
Submission Criteria
Up to six consultants will be appointed to Lot 2 of the Framework (Architect and Principal Designer)
The Stage 1 Selection Questionnaire requires:
– Organisational information
– Confirmation of no mandatory or discretionary exclusions
– Economic and financial standing
– Evidence of insurance and professional ability
– Compliance with health and safety, environmental and safeguarding obligations
– Agreement to the contractual terms
Scored Quality Questions (60%):
– Understanding of Client Requirements (5%)
– Key Aspects of the Architect Role and BS Gateway Process (10%)
– Compliance with BSA for High-Risk Buildings (HRBs) (10%)
– Risk Management and Mitigation (10%)
– Building Safety in MMC (Modern Methods of Construction) (10%)
– Pre-Contract Service Delivery Strategy (5%)
– Social Value Commitments (10%)
Pricing (40%):
– Percentage-based fees for different project types or stages (likely aligned with RIBA stages 0–7)
– Breakdown of fees across RIBA stages
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