Fire Risk Assessments · UK public procurement notice

1.1The purpose of this process is to procure a DPS for the provision of Fire Risk Assessments (FRA).

1.2Clarion Housing Group (Clarion) wishes to create a DPS with the aim of appointing Service Providers to develop and deliver a programme of FRAs in compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and Fire Safety Bill which is currently being debated in Parliament. The Service Providers shall have the following capabilities and experience:

1.2.1Experience planning and delivering large scale FRA programmes (in excess of 750 FRAs per annum) incorporating type 1, 2, 3 and 4 FRAs

1.2.2Be capable of producing a detailed and prioritised schedule of works for all remedial actions

1.2.3Experience working with the social housing sector or similar

1.2.4Demonstrate a suitable formal quality assurance / control process that is adhered to by assessors both directly employed and sub-contractors

1.2.5Have in place robust management process of all staff and sub-contractors

1.2.6One or more of the following accreditations:

1.2.6.1IFC Certification Ltd - IFCC 0099 Company Scheme

1.2.6.2Warrington Certification Ltd - Fire Risk Assessors Certification (FRACS) Company Scheme

1.2.6.3BAFE - SP205 Company Scheme

1.2.6.4Or any other relevant accreditation approved by Clarion

1.2.7Experience in a variety of residential FRAs, in a multitude of property types, including but not limited to:

1.2.7.1Purpose built Blocks

1.2.7.2Complex design

1.2.7.3Offices

1.2.7.4Converted Street Properties

1.2.7.5Small and Medium places of Assembly (Community Centres)

1.2.7.6Specialized Housing (Sheltered, Supported and Extra Care)

1.2.7.7Temporary Accommodation

1.2.7.8Key worker

1.2.7.9Commercial properties