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Youth Centre Refurbishment, Berlin
A two-stage negotiated tender appointing an architect to refurbish the youth centre JFE Anna Landsberger, addressing fabric defects and systems modernisation in Berlin, Germany.
The JFE “Anna Landsberger” Youth Centre in Berlin-Marzahn is undergoing a comprehensive renovation to restore and modernise one of the district’s most distinctive civic buildings. Originally completed between 1998 and 2000, the three-storey concrete structure (composed of a basement, ground floor and first floor) is defined by its curved geometry, expressive fair-faced concrete, and extensive steel-and-glass façades. Conceived as an open, transparent and inviting meeting place, the centre serves as a social, cultural and educational hub for young people, offering flexible spaces for sports, workshops, performances and community gatherings. Over time, age-related deterioration and moisture ingress have caused significant damage to the concrete fabric and technical installations, prompting a new phase of architectural renewal that combines conservation, repair and reactivation.
The refurbishment project, commissioned by the District Office of Marzahn-Hellersdorf of Berlin, includes full architectural services under HOAI §34 for building design, alongside specialist consultancy in structure, building services, fire safety, and building physics. The works encompass the repair of exposed concrete surfaces affected by carbonation and spalling, replacement of building services, renewal of the green roof and roof drainage, and the installation of a new heat pump system to replace the gas-based heating plant. Beyond technical restoration, the project aims to re-establish the youth centre’s architectural clarity and civic generosity – ensuring that the Anna Landsberger once again operates as a vibrant, energy-efficient and inclusive place for learning, creativity and community exchange.
Location
Sector
Community / Social Service / Education / Sports
Intervention
Renovation
Website
Tender Portal
Tender Stage
Two stage tender
Deadline
3 Nov 2025
Date Added
4 October 2025
Estimated value
€3 million (estimate)
Consultant Team
Architect / Building Design Lead
Structural Engineer
Building Services Engineer (MEP) - heating / ventilation / sanitation / electrical / building automation
Building Physics Consultant – thermal performance (energy, insulation) and room acoustics
Fire Safety Engineer
Health and Safety Coordinator (SiGe Coordinator)
Surveyor / Geomatics Consultant
Geotechnical Engineer
Contaminant and Hazardous Material Surveyor
Lighting Designer
Façade Consultant
Landscape Architect
Structural Engineer
Building Services Engineer (MEP) - heating / ventilation / sanitation / electrical / building automation
Building Physics Consultant – thermal performance (energy, insulation) and room acoustics
Fire Safety Engineer
Health and Safety Coordinator (SiGe Coordinator)
Surveyor / Geomatics Consultant
Geotechnical Engineer
Contaminant and Hazardous Material Surveyor
Lighting Designer
Façade Consultant
Landscape Architect
Submission Criteria
3 – 5 candidates will proceed to stage 2.
Qualification Deliverables:
– Application form
– Applicant questionnaire
– Self-Declaration of Suitability – compliance, insolvency, and registrations
– Project References: Minimum two comparable projects – refurbishment or conversion works, LPH 2–8 performed, with survey and at least one contaminant management Project
– Proof of Professional Indemnity Insurance: Min. €1.5 m (PI) / €0.5 m (other damage) per claim; aggregate 2×
– Proof of Professional Licence / Registration: Architect’s and Deputy Architect’s authorisation
– Average Annual Turnover: ≥ €150,000 for HOAI § 34 services (2022–2024 average)
– Team Structure and Qualifications: CV summaries for Project Lead and Deputy (Project Manager, Architect)
– Subcontracting Declarations (if applicable)
– Compliance Forms
– Language and Submission Format
2nd Stage Deliverables (Invitation to Tender):
– Fee Calculation Spreadsheet – completed form for all cells showing base fee, percentage adjustments, expenses and hourly rates
– Concept Paper – Implementation / Quality Concept (≈ 5 pages) covering: A – Personnel concept, B – Technical approach (moisture / concrete repair), C – Capacity and programme
– Key Staff CVs
– Organisation chart and capacity proof – workload and available resources
– Signed Offer / Tender Submission with Price Sheet – final fee proposal
– Supporting Declarations: Updated statements on JV partners, subconsultants, and insurance validity