Lifts

Tender description

Lift replacements and associated works (Albion, Redbridge and Shirley Towers, Southampton). This bidding opportunity was for the replacement of 2 No aging lifts within each of three Southampton City Council Tower Blocks — Albion Towers, Redbridge Towers and Shirley Towers; together with all associated works which will include the design, all associated electrical works, all necessary builders work and asbestos removal, etc. (as required). In accordance with the bidding documentation the successful contractor was also required to assume the role of principal contractor under the CDM Regulations 2015 and be responsible for all necessary resident liaison and to enter into a term service contract for the new lift installations to provide maintenance and call-out services. Invitations were sought from either management contractors where the lift supply and installation element is subcontracted and from lift manufacturers and installers with building contractor support.