Scope
Reference
WCPR-181
Description
Weston College Group is a college of further and higher education providing education and vocational training to nearly 30,000 learners across the country. The college puts the learner first and is entrepreneurial in its approach and innovative in its thinking. The college is ambitious and aspirational and is responsive to the needs of students, staff, businesses, and the community.
The successful contractors will be required to provide project support that meet the requirements of the specification from the contract commencement, across the following Lots:
• Lot 1 - MES consultant services
• Lot 2 - Lead Designer, Architect & Principal Designer
• Lot 3 - Civil & Structural Consultant
• Lot 4 - Planning Consultant
The Construction Training Centre at Locking Head Drove, Locking Parklands, Weston-super-Mare BS24 7NA (CTC) was constructed six years ago on a leasehold site owned by North Somerset Council. The lease is due to expire, and the college are planning to dismantle and reinstall the buildings on a new greenfield site.
Lot 1. MES consultant services
Description
Weston College Group is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified MES consultant. The appointment will run from September 2025.Services required during the term of the consultancy contract will include, but not limited to, the following:1. To agree a fee scale (up to RIBA stage 5) against an agreed scope of services. Note - the costs/scale of fees set out in the live project included in the tender submission, shall be used as a template for agreeing future fees.2. Assisting the college to identity sources of capital works grant funding relating to this project.3. To agree the client brief and work with the Capital Works SCWPM (CWPM) and the wider design team to identify key milestones and costs.4. Providing input into application for grants relating to this project.5. Working up "spade ready" capital works schemes.6. Providing services as the MES consultant, - work will cover all relevant services between RIBA stages 1 - 5.7. Leading the wider design team.8. Assisting with the preparation of tender documents.9. Providing input on tender documents when required relating to this project.10. Advising on the suitability and selection of specialist consultants to deliver capital projects (alongside the core team).11. Meeting regularly with college senior managers.12. Providing guest lecturing/speaking slots (allow for 3 x 2 hr slots during the duration of the contract term) related to the FE/HE built environment curriculum.**Update: Additionally, we request costing for an extra project under Lot 1 of the original tender. Information provided in MTSC Tender Pack Lot 1-3.Please note that funding for this project is not guaranteed, and we reserve the right to withdraw this element from the contract.
Lot 2. Lead Designer, Architect and Principal Designer
Description
Weston College Group is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Lead Designer, Architect & Principal Designer. The appointment will run from September 2025.Services required during the term of the consultancy contract will include, but not limited to, the following:1. To agree a fee scale (up to RIBA stage 5) against an agreed scope of services. Note - the costs/scale of fees set out in the live project included in the tender submission, shall be used as a template for agreeing future fees.2. Assisting the college to identity sources of capital works grant funding.3. To agree the client brief and work with the Capital Works SCWPM (CWPM) and the wider design team to identify key milestones and costs.4. Providing input into application for grants.5. Working up "spade ready" capital works schemes.6. Providing services as the Lead Designer, Architect & Principal Designer, work will cover all relevant services between RIBA stages 1 - 6.7. Leading the wider design team.8. Assisting with the preparation of tender documents.9. Advising on the suitability and selection of specialist consultants to deliver capital projects (alongside the core team).10. Meeting regularly with college senior managers.11. Providing guest lecturing/speaking slots (allow for 3 x 2 hr slots during the duration of the contract term) related to the FE/HE built environment curriculum.**Update: Additionally, we request costing for an extra project under Lot 2 of the original tender. Information provided in MTSC Tender Pack Lot 1-3.Please note that funding for this project is not guaranteed, and we reserve the right to withdraw this element from the contract.
Lot 3. Civil & Structural Consultant on behalf of Weston College Group
Description
Weston College Group is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Civil & Structural consultant. The appointment will run from September 2025.Services required during the term of the consultancy contract will include, but not limited to, the following:1. To agree a fee scale (up to RIBA stage 5) against an agreed scope of services. Note - the costs/scale of fees set out in the live project included in the tender submission, shall be used as a template for agreeing future fees.2. Assisting the college to identity sources of capital works grant funding.3. To agree the client brief and work with the Capital Works SCWPM (CWPM) and the wider design team to identify key milestones and costs.4. Providing input into application for grants.5. Working up "spade ready" capital works schemes.6. Providing services as the CIVIL & Structural consultant,- work will cover all relevant services between RIBA stages 1 - 5.7. Leading the wider design team.8. Assisting with the preparation of tender documents.9. Advising on the suitability and selection of specialist consultants to deliver capital projects (alongside the core team).10. Meeting regularly with college senior managers.11. Providing guest lecturing/speaking slots (allow for 3 x 2 hr slots during the duration of the contract term) related to the FE/HE built environment curriculum.**Update: Additionally, we request costing for an extra project under Lot 3 of the original tender. Information provided in MTSC Tender Pack Lot 1-3.Please note that funding for this project is not guaranteed, and we reserve the right to withdraw this element from the contract.
Lot 4. Planning Consultant services
Description
Weston College Group is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Planning consultant. The appointment will run from September 2025.Services required during the term of the consultancy contract will include, but not limited to, the following:1. To agree a fee scale (up to RIBA stage 5) against an agreed scope of services. Note - the costs/scale of fees set out in the live project included in the tender submission, shall be used as a template for agreeing future fees.2. Assisting the college to identity sources of capital works grant funding.3. To agree the client brief and work with the Capital Works SCWPM (CWPM) and the wider design team to identify key milestones and costs.4. Providing input into application for grants.5. Working up "spade ready" capital works schemes.6. Providing services as the Planning consultant, - work will cover all relevant services between RIBA stages 1 - 5.7. Leading the wider design team.8. Assisting with the preparation of tender documents.9. Advising on the suitability and selection of specialist consultants to deliver capital projects (alongside the core team).10. Meeting regularly with college senior managers.11. Providing guest lecturing/speaking slots (allow for 3 x 2 hr slots during the duration of the contract term) related to the FE/HE built environment curriculum.
Contract 1. Lot 1 - MES consultant services
Lots
Lot 1. MES consultant services
Supplier
Contract value
- £205,000 excluding VAT
- £246,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
26 September 2025
Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers
26 September 2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed
30 November 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 30 November 2025 to 26 September 2026
- Possible extension to 10 October 2027
- 1 year, 10 months, 11 days
Description of possible extension:
Contract length will be dependent of progress of works.
There will be an initial 12 month contract, which can be extended to allow for work and associated services to be completed.
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Weston College Group is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified MES consultant. The appointment will run from September 2025.
Services required during the term of the consultancy contract will include, but not limited to, the following:
1. To agree a fee scale (up to RIBA stage 5) against an agreed scope of services. Note - the costs/scale of fees set out in the live project included in the tender submission, shall be used as a template for agreeing future fees.
2. Assisting the college to identity sources of capital works grant funding relating to this project.
3. To agree the client brief and work with the Capital Works SCWPM (CWPM) and the wider design team to identify key milestones and costs.
4. Providing input into application for grants relating to this project.
5. Working up "spade ready" capital works schemes.
6. Providing services as the MES consultant, - work will cover all relevant services between RIBA stages 1 - 5.
7. Leading the wider design team.
8. Assisting with the preparation of tender documents.
9. Providing input on tender documents when required relating to this project.
10. Advising on the suitability and selection of specialist consultants to deliver capital projects (alongside the core team).
11. Meeting regularly with college senior managers.
12. Providing guest lecturing/speaking slots (allow for 3 x 2 hr slots during the duration of the contract term) related to the FE/HE built environment curriculum.
**Update: Additionally, we request costing for an extra project under Lot 1 of the original tender. Information provided in MTSC Tender Pack Lot 1-3.
Please note that funding for this project is not guaranteed, and we reserve the right to withdraw this element from the contract.
CPV classifications
- 71315100 - Building-fabric consultancy services
- 71315200 - Building consultancy services
- 71315210 - Building services consultancy services
- 71315300 - Building surveying services
- 71315400 - Building-inspection services
Contract locations
- UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Contract 2. Lead Designer, Architect and Principal Designer
Lots
Lot 2. Lead Designer, Architect and Principal Designer
Supplier
Contract value
- £300,000 excluding VAT
- £360,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
26 September 2025
Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers
26 September 2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed
30 November 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 30 November 2025 to 30 November 2027
- Possible extension to 30 November 2028
- 3 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
Contract length will be dependent of progress of works.
There will be an initial 12 month contract, which can be extended to allow for work and associated services to be completed.
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Weston College Group is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Lead Designer, Architect & Principal Designer. The appointment will run from September 2025.
Services required during the term of the consultancy contract will include, but not limited to, the following:
1. To agree a fee scale (up to RIBA stage 5) against an agreed scope of services. Note - the costs/scale of fees set out in the live project included in the tender submission, shall be used as a template for agreeing future fees.
2. Assisting the college to identity sources of capital works grant funding.
3. To agree the client brief and work with the Capital Works SCWPM (CWPM) and the wider design team to identify key milestones and costs.
4. Providing input into application for grants.
5. Working up "spade ready" capital works schemes.
6. Providing services as the Lead Designer, Architect & Principal Designer, work will cover all relevant services between RIBA stages 1 - 6.
7. Leading the wider design team.
8. Assisting with the preparation of tender documents.
9. Advising on the suitability and selection of specialist consultants to deliver capital projects (alongside the core team).
10. Meeting regularly with college senior managers.
11. Providing guest lecturing/speaking slots (allow for 3 x 2 hr slots during the duration of the contract term) related to the FE/HE built environment curriculum.
**Update: Additionally, we request costing for an extra project under Lot 2 of the original tender. Information provided in MTSC Tender Pack Lot 1-3.
Please note that funding for this project is not guaranteed, and we reserve the right to withdraw this element from the contract.
CPV classifications
- 71315100 - Building-fabric consultancy services
- 71315200 - Building consultancy services
- 71315210 - Building services consultancy services
- 71315300 - Building surveying services
- 71315400 - Building-inspection services
Contract locations
- UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Contract 3. Civil & Structural Consultant
Lots
Lot 3. Civil & Structural Consultant on behalf of Weston College Group
Supplier
Contract value
- £90,000 excluding VAT
- £108,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
26 September 2025
Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers
26 September 2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed
30 November 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 30 November 2025 to 30 November 2026
- Possible extension to 30 November 2027
- 2 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
Contract length will be dependent of progress of works.
There will be an initial 12 month contract, which can be extended to allow for work and associated services to be completed.
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Weston College Group is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Civil & Structural consultant. The appointment will run from September 2025.
Services required during the term of the consultancy contract will include, but not limited to, the following:
1. To agree a fee scale (up to RIBA stage 5) against an agreed scope of services. Note - the costs/scale of fees set out in the live project included in the tender submission, shall be used as a template for agreeing future fees.
2. Assisting the college to identity sources of capital works grant funding.
3. To agree the client brief and work with the Capital Works SCWPM (CWPM) and the wider design team to identify key milestones and costs.
4. Providing input into application for grants.
5. Working up "spade ready" capital works schemes.
6. Providing services as the CIVIL & Structural consultant,- work will cover all relevant services between RIBA stages 1 - 5.
7. Leading the wider design team.
8. Assisting with the preparation of tender documents.
9. Advising on the suitability and selection of specialist consultants to deliver capital projects (alongside the core team).
10. Meeting regularly with college senior managers.
11. Providing guest lecturing/speaking slots (allow for 3 x 2 hr slots during the duration of the contract term) related to the FE/HE built environment curriculum.
**Update: Additionally, we request costing for an extra project under Lot 3 of the original tender. Information provided in MTSC Tender Pack Lot 1-3.
Please note that funding for this project is not guaranteed, and we reserve the right to withdraw this element from the contract.
CPV classifications
- 71315100 - Building-fabric consultancy services
- 71315200 - Building consultancy services
- 71315210 - Building services consultancy services
- 71315300 - Building surveying services
- 71315400 - Building-inspection services
Contract locations
- UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Contract 4. Planning Consultant services
Lots
Lot 4. Planning Consultant services
Supplier
Contract value
- £9,000 excluding VAT
- £10,800 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
26 September 2025
Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers
26 September 2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed
30 November 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 30 November 2025 to 30 November 2026
- Possible extension to 30 November 2027
- 2 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
Contract length will be dependent of progress of works.
There will be an initial 12 month contract, which can be extended to allow for work and associated services to be completed.
Main procurement category
Services
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
Weston College Group is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified Planning consultant. The appointment will run from September 2025.
Services required during the term of the consultancy contract will include, but not limited to, the following:
1. To agree a fee scale (up to RIBA stage 5) against an agreed scope of services. Note - the costs/scale of fees set out in the live project included in the tender submission, shall be used as a template for agreeing future fees.
2. Assisting the college to identity sources of capital works grant funding.
3. To agree the client brief and work with the Capital Works SCWPM (CWPM) and the wider design team to identify key milestones and costs.
4. Providing input into application for grants.
5. Working up "spade ready" capital works schemes.
6. Providing services as the Planning consultant, - work will cover all relevant services between RIBA stages 1 - 5.
7. Leading the wider design team.
8. Assisting with the preparation of tender documents.
9. Advising on the suitability and selection of specialist consultants to deliver capital projects (alongside the core team).
10. Meeting regularly with college senior managers.
11. Providing guest lecturing/speaking slots (allow for 3 x 2 hr slots during the duration of the contract term) related to the FE/HE built environment curriculum.
CPV classifications
- 71315100 - Building-fabric consultancy services
- 71315200 - Building consultancy services
- 71315210 - Building services consultancy services
- 71315300 - Building surveying services
- 71315400 - Building-inspection services
Contract locations
- UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Information about tenders
Lot 1. MES consultant services
- 5 tenders received
- 5 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 5 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 4 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Lot 2. Lead Designer, Architect and Principal Designer
- 11 tenders received
- 5 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 5 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 4 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Lot 3. Civil & Structural Consultant on behalf of Weston College Group
- 6 tenders received
- 4 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 4 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 3 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Lot 4. Planning Consultant services
- 4 tenders received
- 3 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 3 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 2 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Concession
Suppliers
CURTINS CONSULTING LIMITED
- Companies House: 02054159
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PRCH-7577-TRQV
51-55 Tithebarn Street
Liverpool
L2 2SB
United Kingdom
Email: bids@curtins.com
Website: http://www.curtins.com
Region: UKD72 - Liverpool
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 3. Civil & Structural Consultant
LPC (Trull) Ltd
Trull
Tetbury
GL8 8SQ
United Kingdom
Email: admin@lpctrull.com
Region: UKK13 - Gloucestershire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 4. Planning Consultant services
ONE CREATIVE ENVIRONMENTS LIMITED
- Companies House: 02738102
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXDZ-2377-HYXM
5 The Triangle
Worcester
WR5 2QX
United Kingdom
Email: tenders@oneltd.com
Website: http://www.oneltd.com
Region: UKG12 - Worcestershire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 2. Lead Designer, Architect and Principal Designer
Panda CES Ltd
158 Western Road
Bletchley, Milton Keynes
MK2 2PU
United Kingdom
Email: jp@pandaces.co.uk
Region: UKJ12 - Milton Keynes
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. Lot 1 - MES consultant services
Contracting authority
Weston College
- UK Register of Learning Providers (UKPRN number): 10007459
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDXW-8796-BVPP
Knightstone Road
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 2AL
United Kingdom
Region: UKK12 - Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government