SHW34 Provision of Replacement UPVC Double Glazed Windows.

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Sandwell MBC is seeking expressions of interest for our tender SHW 34 Replacement UPVC Double Glazed Windows.We are looking to enter into a Term Contract with two contractors to undertake the replacement of previously single glazed windows/doors with PVCu double glazed units to Council owned properties up to 5 storey within the borough of Sandwell. The properties consist of all municipal housing, varying in age from 5 to 150 years, of both traditional and systems built construction. The contract will include for additional ancilliary repair works associated with the replacement of windows and access.The contract will be on a supply and fix basis, based upon a schedule of rates.No guarantee can be given as to the number of properties to be covered by the contract during the contract period.The contract is to be divided between 2 contractors.The approximate annual spend is 3 000 000 GBP (net of VAT), to be divided between 2 contractors.The contract is for 12 months with the option to extend by a further 12 months.Suitable organisations will be expected to demonstrate a thorough knowledge and experience of working in occupied residential properties, tenant liaison, performance management, equal opportunities, health and safety and local labour.Applicants shall prove to the Council that they are of sufficient stature and have sufficient financial standing to perform the requirements of the Contract.The Council may obtain an independent financial report for all private limited or public limited companies that have registered trading accounts with Companies House from ICC Information Ltd, a business information service provider, who undertake assessments of trading accounts that were registered at Companies House.Where appropriate and if necessary (in the event of a applicant not having registered trading accounts with Companies House), the Council will consider copies of audited statements of accounts relating to the applicant covering the 3 previous financial years of the applicant, taking into consideration the overall turnover of the applicant in respect of the services which are of similar type to the subject matter of this Contract.The levels of insurance cover required for this agreement are as follows:— Public Liability Cover: 5 000 000 GBP per claim and— Employers' Liability Cover: 5 000 000 GBP per claim.The council is committed to ensure that all ‘social' benefits are maximised from all investments and developments created within Sandwell and the neighbouring area as a consequence of their procurement.As part of this contractual agreement the council requests that all parties acknowledge the Council's Social Responsibilities and would like acknowledgement of its ‘think Sandwell' ethos to ensure local employment and skills opportunities come about as a consequence of the contract.The top eight Pre-Qualification Questionnaire applicants who meet the defined minimum selection criteria and who achieve the 8 highest scores (or more if the number of tied bidders takes the total to over 8) will be sent the tender documentation.The selection criteria will be set out within the Pre Qualification Questionnaire however applicants will be required to demonstrate membership and accreditation of CHAS/SSIP, Constructionline, FENSA or the national equivalent.The award Criteria will be stated in the specification and tender documents.If you would like to express your interest in this contract, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell mbc In-tend Supplier Portal. You will need to login using an existing account or register a new one to receive your unique login details. From the homepage enter your email address and password then click Login. Once logged into the system, click on Tenders from the top menu bar to list all the current opportunities. Once you have found the relevant opportunity you should click on View Details. You will then have access to the Express Interest button at the bottom of the screen which will provide you with immediate access to the PQQ documents.The last date for expressions of interest on the Sandwell mbc In-tend Supplier Portal will be 23:59 hrs on 6.2.2015.