Multiparty framework for Access Consultancy Services Initial Contract: New-build Residential Development at Dolphin House Phase 1B, Rialto, Dublin 8

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The Contracting Authority is seeking to establish a multi operator framework for Access Consultancy Services. Services will be required for a number of projects and types, including new build and refurbishment projects, housing, civic, community, libraries, sports and recreation and public realm, located within the Council's administrative area.The framework agreement will be established with 8 operators, subject to receipt of a sufficient number of valid tenders.Framework members will be required to provide Access Consultancy services for stages (i)-(v) of the CWMF or a subset thereof.The framework will be established for a period of one year with possible annual extensions at the discretion of the Contracting Authority up to a maximum of 4 years subject to satisfactory annual performance and review, budgetary constraints and government policy.For the avoidance of doubt the period for the delivery of any contract awarded under the framework may extend beyond the expiry of the framework agreement.The maximum estimated value of services over the lifetime of the framework is in the region of €500,000 excluding VAT.(fee value)INITIAL CONTRACT:The framework agreement will be established on the foot of an initial contract for Access Consultancy services for stages (i)-(v) of the CWMF. The project involves the design and delivery of a new build housing scheme for Dublin City Council, as part of a phased regeneration of an existing housing estate, Phase 1B, Dolphin House, Rialto, Dublin 8. The development comprises c.25 no. new-build apartment and duplex homes in a 3-5 storey building over undercroft carparking. The new development will have street frontage on two sides and will enclose a courtyard shared with existing residential development.Generally the duplex units have 'own door' access, while the apartments are served by a common stair and lift core. The estimated construction value of the initial project is c. €11 million incl. VAT.