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Official UK procurement notice

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

Official notice

Authority: The Guinness Partnership (Public body)

Framework agreement4 lotsServicesCompetitive flexible procedureAbove thresholdConcessionSME suitable
Concession value (operator's revenue)£2,599,370,001total for 4 lots · operator revenue, not the authority's budget · 1 value update
Submissions closed 6 Jun 2025
Lots 4see the lot list below
Framework period 3 yrsends 31 Oct 2028 · up to 31 Oct 2033 with extensions · starts 1 Nov 2025

What is being bought4 lots · detail below

Published requirement description

3.1 The Guinness Partnership (TGP) is seeking to establish a multidisciplinary framework to deliver a range of development consultancy services across its nationwide portfolio. The framework will support the delivery of affordable housing, building safety, and regeneration projects, and will cover the following service areas:

  • Employer's Agent - including contract administration, project management, and procurement advice.
  • Cost Consultancy - full financial management of projects, including budgeting, tender review, and value engineering.
  • CDM Advisor and Principal Designer - ensuring compliance with Construction Design and Management Regulations and promoting health and safety throughout the lifecycle of the works.

These services will be required across England, with a focus on key regions such as Greater Manchester, London, Brighton, Milton Keynes, Bristol, Gloucester, and Leeds. Flexibility and strong regional coverage are essential due to TGP's dispersed housing stock.

  • How the procedure runs: This tender process will be a Competitive Flexible Procedure (CFP) under the Procurement Act 2023. The CFP is one of the routes to market available to Contracting Authorities where carrying out procurement or seeking to appoint a supplier, where the contract is captured by the scope of PA23 ('covered procurement'). The tender process will consist of two stages: • Stage 1 - Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) - This current stage of the process will provide a means of shortlisting suppliers to be invited to submit a formal tender, and for establishing that all Participants invited to tender are able to meet the conditions of participation, including any minimum standards required by Guinness. • Stage 2 - Invitation to Tender (ITT): Shortlisted Participants will be invited to submit a tender. This process will be a single-stage tender process requiring a price and quality submission in a format specified by Guinness. The draft ITT documents are included within this document pack for information, however, must not be responded to unless you are formally invited to submit a tender by Guinness

CPV: Building consultancy services · Building services consultancy services · Development consultancy services

How this framework works

From the published notice
Framework period
3 yrs · up to 8 yrs from 1 Nov 2025

Lots and requirements (4)Procurement structure

4 lots · all with a published value · same evaluation weights on every lot

Every one of these 3 lots carries the same published figure, £863,666,667: it is the framework's maximum for the whole notice, not each lot's own budget, and no share per lot is published. The cards below say ceiling above rather than repeat it.

Lot #1Employer's Agent & Cost Consultancy (North Region)CancelledRenewal 3 yrsSMEceiling above

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.

Contract period: 1 Nov 2025 – 31 Oct 2028 (3 yrs) · up to 31 Oct 2033 with extensions
Extensions: The contract will be for an initial term of 3 years, with the option for Guinness to extend at its sole discretion by a further 3 years, followed by an additional 2-year extension, giving a maximum total term of 8 years (the Term).
Lot #2Employer's Agent & Cost Consultancy (South-East Region)CancelledRenewal 3 yrsSMEceiling above

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.

Contract period: 1 Nov 2025 – 31 Oct 2028 (3 yrs) · up to 31 Oct 2033 with extensions
Extensions: The contract will be for an initial term of 3 years, with the option for Guinness to extend at its sole discretion by a further 3 years, followed by an additional 2-year extension, giving a maximum total term of 8 years (the Term).
Lot #3Employer's Agent & Cost Consultancy (South-West Region)CancelledRenewal 3 yrsSMEceiling above

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.

Contract period: 1 Nov 2025 – 31 Oct 2028 (3 yrs) · up to 31 Oct 2033 with extensions
Extensions: The contract will be for an initial term of 3 years, with the option for Guinness to extend at its sole discretion by a further 3 years, followed by an additional 2-year extension, giving a maximum total term of 8 years (the Term).
Lot #4CDM Advisor & Principal Designer (National Coverage)CancelledRenewal 3 yrsSMEPublished value£8,370,000

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.

Contract period: 1 Nov 2025 – 31 Oct 2028 (3 yrs) · up to 31 Oct 2033 with extensionsValue: £8,370,000 exc. VAT · £10,044,000 inc. VAT
Extensions: The contract will be for an initial term of 3 years, with the option for Guinness to extend at its sole discretion by a further 3 years, followed by an additional 2-year extension, giving a maximum total term of 8 years (the Term).

What it takes to win
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How this buyer will score bids.

The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).

Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add more
How bids were scored · same split on all 4 lots
Quality: 100%
Published sub-criteria (1)
  • Project Specific Questions: 100%
Published award criteria (1)
  • Project Specific Questions
What this means for your bid
  • “Development Consultancy Framework for the provision of Employers…” is a framework: the contest is a place on its panel, not a single contract.

Procedure terms & legal framework

From the official record
Procedure method
Competitive flexible procedure
Legal basis
UKPGA · 2023/54 Procurement Act 2023
Procurement category
Services
Notice status
Cancelled
Procurement threshold
Above threshold (FTS publication)
Regulatory regime
Concession
Commercial structure
Framework agreement
Who may use this agreement
Not stated in the notice; call-off rights may be limited to the establishing authority
Competition type
Competitive procedure
GPA / WTO covered
Unspecified in notice
Recurring procurement
Unspecified in notice
First published
4 Mar 2025, 13:52 GMT
Last source update
5 May 2025, 20:59 BST
Award evaluation window
Submission end – 4 Jul 2025
FTS notice number
2025/S 000-018890
Latest notice
Procurement termination notice (UK12)
Classification (CPV)
Building consultancy servicesBuilding services consultancy servicesDevelopment consultancy services
Delivery area
North East (UKC)North West (UKD)Yorkshire & Humber (UKE)East Midlands (UKF)West Midlands (UKG)East of England (UKH)London (UKI)South East (UKJ)
+1 moreSouth West (UKK)
Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e95b Find a Tender
How it runs

This tender process will be a Competitive Flexible Procedure (CFP) under the Procurement Act 2023. The CFP is one of the routes to market available to Contracting Authorities where carrying out procurement or seeking to appoint a supplier, where the contract is captured by the scope of PA23 ('covered procurement').

The tender process will consist of two stages:

  • Stage 1 - Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) - This current stage of the process will provide a means of shortlisting suppliers to be invited to submit a formal tender, and for establishing that all Participants invited to tender are able to meet the conditions of participation, including any minimum standards required by Guinness.
  • Stage 2 - Invitation to Tender (ITT): Shortlisted Participants will be invited to submit a tender. This process will be a single-stage tender process requiring a price and quality submission in a format specified by Guinness. The draft ITT documents are included within this document pack for information, however, must not be responded to unless you are formally invited to submit a tender by Guinness

How it was run

Official notice
Run through: ProContract (Due North) · Who buys & how to bid on ProContract
Supplier login requiredElectronic submission allowedLanguage: EN
Access & registration note: Free · short registration with manual review; public opportunity list
Appointment period ends
6 Jun 2025, 12:00 BST
Submission channel
Official e-sourcing portal
Electronic submission
Allowed
Accepted languages
en
Detailed submission instructions & authority contactsFrom official release

Timeline

4 Mar 2025 → 1 Nov 2025 · 7 dates
  1. Planning notice published
    4 Mar 2025, 13:52 GMT
  2. Market engagement
    18 Mar 2025, 23:59 GMT

    The market engagement process will be conducted through a questionnaire, allowing Guinness to gather input from potential suppliers. This exercise is intended to enhance our understanding of the market's experience and capabilities. The insights gained will help shape the framework structure to ensure it maximises the potential for delivering this initiative on a national scale.

    If you are interested in taking part in this process, please contact the procurement team on: procurement@guinness.org.uk to request the questionnaire. The deadline for submitting responses to the questionnaire is 18 March 2025.

  3. Tender notice published
    2 May 2025, 16:22 BST
  4. Latest notice published
    5 May 2025, 20:59 BST
  5. Admission / appointment period endsperiod end, not a bid countdown
    6 Jun 2025, 12:00 BST
  6. Award decision expected by
    4 Jul 2025, 23:59 BST
  7. Contract starts361 days ago
    1 Nov 2025

Notice history

8 events · 3 releases on Find a Tender · since 4 Mar 2025
  1. Preliminary market engagement notice published
    4 Mar 2025, 13:52 GMT
    UK2
  2. Tender notice published
    2 May 2025, 16:22 BST
    UK4
  3. Published value updated to £2,599,370,001
    2 May 2025, 16:22 BST
    was £45,000,000
  4. Status changed to active
    2 May 2025, 16:22 BST
  5. Procurement method changed
    2 May 2025, 16:22 BST
  6. Deadline published: 6 Jun 2025, 12:00 BST
    2 May 2025, 16:22 BST
  7. Procurement termination notice published
    5 May 2025, 20:59 BST
    UK12
  8. Status changed to cancelled
    5 May 2025, 20:59 BST

Commercial outcome & contract awards

Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast
Awards 1
Awarded toValueDateStatus
Across several lots1 award
supplier not published—5 May 2025CancelledNot Applicable - The procurement notice has been withdrawn and will be re-issued due to an error in the stated tender value.

Contracting authority & participating public bodies

THE GUINNESS PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

Contracting authorityPublic undertaking GB-COH: IP031693 · GB-PPON: PBNQ-4523-TMYT 7th Floor, 350 Euston Road, London, London, NW1 3AXContact email

Official documents & specifications (3)

Official links; attachments are not copied

Notices published for this procedure