To appoint a single contractor to design and build a Skatepark Facility for the community of Torpoint

Descriptions

The outcome of this Tender will be to identify and select a single Contractor to take the Project forward from consultation to a final design and a completed installed concrete skatepark, to suit the needs of the local young people whilst taking into account a range of ages, abilities and wheels, e.g. scooters, skateboards and BMX, and also taking account of the site constraints.

This Tender aims to select a Contractor based upon examples of previous work, financial viability, Health & Safety procedures, skills, experience of working with Councils and Community Groups and expertise to deliver a fully funded project from start to finish within budget.

The Applicant is required to provide value for money, use local suppliers where possible, deliver added value, cause minimum disturbance to the community whilst delivering a durable, well designed concrete skatepark built to a high quality that suits the needs of the local young people and adheres to the Authority's requirements.

The Applicant must include a breakdown of costs for the Project proposal, including;

i) Consultation sessions with local young people

ii) Creation of 3D visuals

iii) Topographical survey

iv) Services searches

v) Support with obtaining Planning Permission

(cost of application and any surveys requested will be covered by the Council)

vi) Project management - H&S and CDM compliance

vii) Provision of JCT Minor Works 2016 with Contractors Design documentation

viii) Creation of detailed design engineering drawings

ix) Preliminaries

x) Groundworks & drainage

xi) Steelworks

xii) Concrete

xiii) Ancillary items (seating, bins, sign)

xiv) RoSPA Post Installation inspection

xv) Launch event

xvi) Any other items (please detail)

2.2 The Contractor will be required to run a minimum of two consultation events with local young people on dates to be agreed.

2.3 It is planned for the skatepark to be completed and opened by Easter 2027 subject to Planning Permission being granted and funds being in place.

2.4 The Contractor will be required to support the Council with the preparation of documentation for a Planning Application. The Council will submit the application and pay the fees to the Planning Authority. Any surveys specifically requested by Planning will be paid for by the Council outside of the tender sum.

2.5 The Contractor must meet the requirements of the JCT Contract, take account of any planning conditions and demands that the Council includes within the project management process.

2.6 The Contractor must not exceed the maximum budget for the project which is £400,000.00 excluding VAT.

2.7 All submissions are required to complete and submit the enclosed Selection Questionnaire.