KMCCD-048 - PCSA for Woodley School & College - New Build

The Council seeks to appoint a Contractor under the JCT Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PCSA) 2016 (General Contractor) to support the design process though to the end of RIBA Stage 4 and produce a tender sum for the New Woodley School & College build. The tender sum must align with the Employer's construction budget and comply with a maximum construction programme of 65 weeks. Subject to the tender sum and programme meeting the Employer's requirements, the Contractor will be engaged under a JCT Design and Build Contract 2016 (DB) to deliver the works.

The successful Contractor will collaborate closely with Kirklees Capital Delivery & Development (Client), the Consultant Design Team, Children's Services and Woodley School and College representatives to refine and complete the RIBA Stage 4 Design. The final design must meet the end users' needs and respect the existing design quality.

Key Requirements:

• Demonstrate experience in design and build of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities schools (SEND), preferably with Autism expertise.
• Adherence to, where possibly exceeding, BB104 guidelines.
• Proven knowledge, and where possible delivery, of Net Zero Carbon in Operation schools.
• Equally strong focus on internal and external design, with external areas designed to provide secure, functional, and stimulating outdoor environments tailored to the students' needs.
• Careful planning for secure access and parking for staff, taxis, minibuses, parents and visitors. Additional information: Subject to the PCSA outcome and the tendered sum and programme meeting the Employer's requirements, the Contractor will be engaged under a JCT Design and Build Contract 2016 (DB) to deliver the works (Stage 2).