Town Planning Heritage and Built Environment Advisor

Descriptions

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) acquired the long leasehold interest of the Royal Victoria Place Shopping Centre (RVP) in Royal Tunbridge Wells in October 2023. TWBC has appointed RivingtonHark as Development Manager to coordinate a feasibility study of the centre which will be reported to council members in July 2025. In order to achieve the desired programme identified below, which is to report planning consent and RIBA Stage 3 design and cost plan on the subject sites by October 2026, TWBC is procuring a design and planning team who, will be available for appointment immediately subject full council approval in July. Key Dates & Timeline for Procurement Tender release: 27th May 2025 Expression of Interest Deadline: 12:00pm 24th June 2025 Deadline for submission of completed tenders: 12:00pm 1st July 2025 Evaluation: w/c 7th July 2025 Interviews: 11th July 2025 Appointment of advisor: w/c 21st July 2025 Description of risks to contract performanceDescription Of Risk: Local Government Reorganisation Likelihood of Occurrence (Low, Medium or High) : High Would this lead to potential modification of contract. If so how?: Potential novation of contract Description Of Risk: The project will be subject to regular economic, planning and viability review at identified milestones. Likelihood of Occurrence (Low, Medium or High) : High Would this lead to potential modification of contract. If so how?: Progress beyond each milestone will be determined by the council at their absolute discretion.