Architectural and related services

Tender description

Multi Disciplinary Design Team (MDD)- Residences The University intends to deliver up to 700 student residences (the Project) to supplement its current offering of circa 5 500 (the "Project). The proposed Project delivery sites are currently the subject of a feasibility study with a final recommendation imminent. The University seeks to procure a suitably qualified MDD to provide the following services in relation to the Project. Architectural Services (including CDM 2015 Principal Designer role, Lead Designer, Mechanical and Electrical Services Engineer, Civil and Structural Engineer). Further information is set out below and in a tender pack which is available to download (see section VI.3 for details). Architectural Services including CDM 2015 Principal Designer role, Lead Designer, Mechanical and Electrical Services Engineer, Civil and Structural Engineer. The MDD is required to provide the services as set out in the ITT, and in their professional capacity, support the University's appointed Project Manager and other team members to achieve the University's deliverables. The MDD will undertake the services under the general direction of the Project Manager who will act on behalf of the University in all matters concerning the services. The MDD's Architect's primary duty will be to act as Lead Designer to co-ordinate the design team and positively manage the WHOLE design, and take the lead on all general project design matters concerning the University's objectives and liaise closely with the University at all stages of the Project. The MDD will advise/liaise with the Project team and other consultants appointed by the University to ensure that the Project delivers the University's required outcomes in terms of, inter alia, standard of quality, benefits, timetable and cost constraints. The Project Manager will act as sole consultant and will be required to enter into contracts to appoint the QS and each member of the multi-discipline design team selected by the University. Designs shall be in accordance with BIM Level 2, and the lead designer will be responsible for establishing and coordinating the BIM plan. The Lead Designer will also be responsible for developing and monitoring a detailed design programme, and ensuring that design information is delivered on time.