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Refurbishment and Repairs to Vacant Properties (Voids)
AI Summary
Swindon Borough Council is seeking bids for the refurbishment and repair of vacant council properties (voids) across Swindon. The contract encompasses a wide range of works, from minor repairs to major renovations, depending on the condition of each property. This scope also includes the refurbishment of newly acquired properties to expand the council's housing stock.
The procurement is divided into two lots: Lot 1 covers North and West Swindon (SN5 postcode), with an estimated workload of 200-250 properties annually, while Lot 2 encompasses South Swindon and Stratton, projecting 187-230 properties per year. The contract utilizes a JCT Measured Term Contract, a standard industry form providing clarity and structure, and employs the NHF Schedule of Rates (v8.1) for standardized pricing of common building works.
The total estimated value of the contract is £17.79 million over four years, with an initial term of three years (October 2025 - September 2028) and a potential one-year extension. This opportunity offers bidders a steady workload and the potential for growth due to the anticipated increase in properties requiring refurbishment annually. The established framework provided by the JCT Measured Term Contract and NHF Schedule of Rates simplifies project management and cost control.
Description
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The works can range from minor repairs to major capital works requiring full property renovation, depending on the age of the property and condition upon return. The contract will also include refurbishment works to properties purchased by Swindon Borough Council on the open market to add to the Council's housing stock, to ensure these meet the necessary standards to enable letting by the Council.\r
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The estimated number of properties included in this contract will be 390 to 480 per year, divided between two Lots, with one Contractor appointed to each Lot. Lot details are summarised here, with additional details provided in the tender documents:\r
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Lot 1: Provision of the services described to properties in north (excluding Stratton area) and west Swindon (SN5 postcode). Approximately 4,602 in-scope properties are located in the Lot 1 area, and the Council estimates that approximately 200 to 250 properties will be included in this Lot per annum. The volume is expected to increase year on year, as described in the procurement documents. The estimated value of Lot 1 over four years is £9,249,458, based on estimated values of £1.7m to £2.4m per year.\r
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Lot 2: Provision of the services described to properties in south Swindon and the Stratton area. Approximately 4,195 in-scope properties are located in the Lot 2 area, and the Council estimates that approximately 187 to 230 properties will be included in this Lot per annum. The volume is expected to increase year on year, as described in the procurement documents. The estimated value of Lot 2 over four years is £8.537,961, based on estimated values of £1.6m to £2.2m per year.\r
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The contract form for both Lots will be the JCT Measured Term Contract.\r
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The NHF Schedule of Rates will be used (v8.1).\r
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The initial contract term will be three years, with an optional one year extension.
Location of contract: SN1 2JH
Value of contract: £17,787,418
Contract start date: 2 June 2025
Contract end date: 1 June 2028
Contract is suitable for SMEs?: Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?: No
Additional Text
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/
Tenders or requests to participate must be submitted electronically via https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk/