Communities & Housing Investment Consortium (CHIC) is using Delta eSourcing to run this tender exercise
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| Title: | CHIC Compliance Audit Services Framework 2021 |
| Notice type: | Contract Notice |
| Authority: | Communities & Housing Investment Consortium (CHIC) |
| Nature of contract: | Services |
| Procedure: | Open |
| Short Description: | The framework will provide a range of internal policy compliance and site portfolio audits along with site contractor assurance audits, as applicable. Audit work should be carried out to a professional standard by appropriately qualified personnel, including demonstrable knowledge of Registered Social Landlords, the Housing Regulator and their Regulatory Framework and Standards. The audit process will be an integral part of management systems and control, to ensure that works are completed to a defined scope/specification of works in line with the member’s requirements whilst complying with legislative and member policy requirements. |
| Published: | 20/07/2021 10:25 |
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Section I: Contracting Authority
I.1) Name and addresses
Communities and Housing Investment Consortium Limited ("CHIC"), 7266506
84 Spencer Street, Birmingham, B18 6DS, United Kingdom
Tel. +44 1215153831, Email: tenders@chicltd.co.uk
Contact: SJ Domican
Main Address: https://www.chicltd.co.uk/, Address of the buyer profile: https://www.chicltd.co.uk/
NUTS Code: UKG31
I.2) Joint procurement
The contract involves joint procurement: No.
In the case of joint procurement involving different countries, state applicable national procurement law: Not provided
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body: Yes.
I.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Birmingham:-Auditing-services./PJ89HB6UC5
Additional information can be obtained from: the abovementioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be sent to the abovementioned address
Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at: Not provided
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
Housing and community amenities
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title: CHIC Compliance Audit Services Framework 2021
Reference Number: Not provided
II.1.2) Main CPV Code:
79212000 - Auditing services.
II.1.3) Type of contract: SERVICES
II.1.4) Short description: The framework will provide a range of internal policy compliance and site portfolio audits along with site contractor assurance audits, as applicable. Audit work should be carried out to a professional standard by appropriately qualified personnel, including demonstrable knowledge of Registered Social Landlords, the Housing Regulator and their Regulatory Framework and Standards. The audit process will be an integral part of management systems and control, to ensure that works are completed to a defined scope/specification of works in line with the member’s requirements whilst complying with legislative and member policy requirements.
II.1.5) Estimated total value:
Value excluding VAT: 150,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.1.6) Information about lots:
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
Tenders may be submitted for: All lots
Maximum number of lots that may be awarded to one tenderer: Not provided
The contracting authority reserves the right to award contracts combining the following lots or groups of lots: Not provided
II.2) Description
II.2) Description Lot No. 1
II.2.1) Title: Asbestos Auditing
Lot No: 1
II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
79212000 - Auditing services.
90714400 - Activity specific environmental auditing services.
90650000 - Asbestos removal services.
II.2.3) Place of performance:
UK UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4) Description of procurement: The audit process will be an integral part of asbestos management to ensure that works are completed to a defined scope/specification of works in line with the client’s requirements whilst complying with legislative and company policy requirements.
II.2.5) Award criteria:
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value:
Value excluding VAT: 15,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: No
Description of renewals: Not provided
II.2.10) Information about variants:
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options:
Options: No
Description of options: Not provided
II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Identification of the project: Not provided
II.2.14) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/PJ89HB6UC5
The maximum number of suppliers to be appointed to this lot is 15.
II.2) Description Lot No. 2
II.2.1) Title: Commercial Gas Auditing
Lot No: 2
II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
79212000 - Auditing services.
65200000 - Gas distribution and related services.
II.2.3) Place of performance:
UK UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4) Description of procurement: The audit process will be an integral part of Gas Safety management to ensure that works are completed to a defined scope/specification of works in line with the client’s requirements whilst complying with legislative and company policy requirements.
II.2.5) Award criteria:
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value:
Value excluding VAT: 15,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: No
Description of renewals: Not provided
II.2.10) Information about variants:
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options:
Options: No
Description of options: Not provided
II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Identification of the project: Not provided
II.2.14) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/59BSV93ZJV
The maximum number of suppliers to be appointed to this lot is 15.
II.2) Description Lot No. 3
II.2.1) Title: Domestic Gas Auditing
Lot No: 3
II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
79212000 - Auditing services.
65200000 - Gas distribution and related services.
II.2.3) Place of performance:
UK UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4) Description of procurement: The audit process will be an integral part of Gas Safety management to ensure that works are completed to a defined scope/specification of works in line with the client’s requirements whilst complying with legislative and company policy requirements.
II.2.5) Award criteria:
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value:
Value excluding VAT: 15,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: No
Description of renewals: Not provided
II.2.10) Information about variants:
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options:
Options: No
Description of options: Not provided
II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Identification of the project: Not provided
II.2.14) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/7H7QPAY768
The maximum number of suppliers to be appointed to this lot is 15.
II.2) Description Lot No. 4
II.2.1) Title: Electrical Safety Auditing
Lot No: 4
II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
79212000 - Auditing services.
71314100 - Electrical services.
45310000 - Electrical installation work.
II.2.3) Place of performance:
UK UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4) Description of procurement: The audit process will be an integral part of electrical safety management to ensure that works are completed to a defined scope/specification of works in line with the client’s requirements whilst complying with legislative and company policy requirements.
II.2.5) Award criteria:
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value:
Value excluding VAT: 25,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: No
Description of renewals: Not provided
II.2.10) Information about variants:
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options:
Options: No
Description of options: Not provided
II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Identification of the project: Not provided
II.2.14) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/BANW8GH3H8
The maximum number of suppliers to be appointed to this lot is 15.
II.2) Description Lot No. 5
II.2.1) Title: Fire Safety Auditing
Lot No: 5
II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
79212000 - Auditing services.
79417000 - Safety consultancy services.
II.2.3) Place of performance:
UK UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4) Description of procurement: CHIC Members are required to effectively identify, control and mitigate the risk of fire within any premises in which they are deemed to be the responsible person. It is therefore essential from a moral, legal and financial perspective that fire safety management arrangements are effectively implemented, reviewed and continually improved.
II.2.5) Award criteria:
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value:
Value excluding VAT: 25,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: No
Description of renewals: Not provided
II.2.10) Information about variants:
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options:
Options: No
Description of options: Not provided
II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Identification of the project: Not provided
II.2.14) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/HP2G8M35TQ
The maximum number of suppliers to be appointed to this lot is 15.
II.2) Description Lot No. 6
II.2.1) Title: Lifting Equipment Auditing
Lot No: 6
II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
79212000 - Auditing services.
42416100 - Lifts.
42416300 - Hoists.
II.2.3) Place of performance:
UK UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4) Description of procurement: Audits will assess a member’s duty under The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) and The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations (PUWER) and ensure procedures and policies are in place, with a goal of formulating and providing a Compliance Report.
II.2.5) Award criteria:
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value:
Value excluding VAT: 15,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: No
Description of renewals: Not provided
II.2.10) Information about variants:
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options:
Options: No
Description of options: Not provided
II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Identification of the project: Not provided
II.2.14) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/BWCR36E3YK
The maximum number of suppliers to be appointed to this lot is 15.
II.2) Description Lot No. 7
II.2.1) Title: Mechanical and Electrical Auditing
Lot No: 7
II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
79212000 - Auditing services.
71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings.
II.2.3) Place of performance:
UK UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4) Description of procurement: The audit process will be an integral part of mechanical and electrical safety management to ensure that works are completed to a defined scope/specification of works in line with the client’s requirements whilst complying with legislative and company policy requirements.
II.2.5) Award criteria:
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value:
Value excluding VAT: 25,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: No
Description of renewals: Not provided
II.2.10) Information about variants:
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options:
Options: No
Description of options: Not provided
II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Identification of the project: Not provided
II.2.14) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/U9GJCS2KFH
The maximum number of suppliers to be appointed to this lot is 15.
II.2) Description Lot No. 8
II.2.1) Title: Water Hygiene Auditing
Lot No: 8
II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
79212000 - Auditing services.
39370000 - Water installations.
II.2.3) Place of performance:
UK UNITED KINGDOM
II.2.4) Description of procurement: The audit will provide an independent and systematic examination of policies, procedures and records to provide assurance of appropriate implementation and performance in respect of but not limited to Control of legionella in hot and cold water systems and Management and control of building hot and cold water services.
II.2.5) Award criteria:
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value:
Value excluding VAT: 15,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
Duration in months: 48
This contract is subject to renewal: No
Description of renewals: Not provided
II.2.10) Information about variants:
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options:
Options: No
Description of options: Not provided
II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Identification of the project: Not provided
II.2.14) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/PTXN5977V4
The maximum number of suppliers to be appointed to this lot is 15.
Section III: Legal, Economic, Financial And Technical Information
III.1) Conditions for participation
III.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
List and brief description of conditions:
The Supplier must demonstrate the relevant expertise in the compliance area, including, but not limited to, health and safety legislation, information technology, management and strategic planning. Refer to Procurement documents.
III.1.2) Economic and financial standing
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
List and brief description of selection criteria:
Not Provided
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required (if applicable) :
Not Provided
III.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
List and brief description of selection criteria:
Not Provided
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required (if applicable) :
Not Provided
III.1.5) Information about reserved contracts (if applicable)
The contract is reserved to sheltered workshops and economic operators aiming at the social and professional integration of disabled or disadvantaged persons: No
The execution of the contract is restricted to the framework of sheltered employment programmes: No
III.2) Conditions related to the contract
III.2.1) Information about a particular profession
Reference to the relevant law, regulation or administrative provision:
Not Provided
III.2.2) Contract performance conditions
Not Provided
III.2.3) Information about staff responsible for the performance of the contract
Obligation to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract: No
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description OPEN
IV.1.1) Type of procedure: Open
IV.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system
The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement
Framework agreement with several operators
Envisaged maximum number of participants to the framework agreement:
Not Provided
In the case of framework agreements justification for any duration exceeding 4 years: Not Provided
IV.1.6) Information about electronic auction:
An electronic auction will be used: No
Additional information about electronic auction: Not provided
IV.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
IV.2) Administrative information
IV.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure:
Notice number in the OJ S: 2021/S 000 - 010885
IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date: 31/08/2021 Time: 15:00
IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted: English,
IV.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender:
Duration in month(s): 6
IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders:
Date: 31/08/2021
Time: 15:00
Section VI: Complementary Information
VI.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
Estimated timing for further notices to be published: Not provided
VI.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic ordering will be used No
Electronic invoicing will be accepted No
Electronic payment will be used Yes
VI.3) Additional Information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.CHIC, in its capacity as a Central Purchasing Body, is administering this procurement on behalf of its Members (Contracting Authority).
The contracting Authority expressly reserves the right:
1) To award one, some, all or no Lots;
2) not to award any contract/framework agreement as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice or to cancel the procurement at any stage; and
3) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the tendering competition
and in no circumstances will the Authority be liable for any costs incurred by Economic Operators or Candidates. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly at the sole risk of the Economic Operator or Candidate participating in this procurement process. This project will be used to progress the Government's wider social, economic and environmental objectives.
No business whatsoever is guaranteed under any resulting framework agreement or contract indeed there is no guarantee that any framework agreement or contract will be put in place in relation to this notice. No compensation etc will be paid if a contract or framework agreement is withdrawn for any reason. Economic Operators should take part in this process only on the basis that they fully understand and accept this position.
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at:
https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Birmingham:-Auditing-services./PJ89HB6UC5
To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/PJ89HB6UC5
VI.4) Procedures for review
VI.4.1) Review body:
The High Court
Royal Courts of Justice, The Strand, London, WC2A 2LL, United Kingdom
Tel. +44 2079476000
VI.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures:
The High Court
Royal Courts of Justice, The Strand, London, WC2A 2LL, United Kingdom
Tel. +44 2079476000
VI.4.3) Review procedure
Precise information on deadline(s) for review procedures:
Communities and Housing Investment Consortium Limited will observe a 10-day standstill period calculated in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Under those regulations, aggrieved bidders may by way of proceedings in the High Court seek relief in respect of alleged breaches of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 which may include declaring any award ineffective and/or seeking damages. After the expiry of the 10-day standstill period, CHIC will unless prevented by order of the court conclude and enter the contract.
VI.4.4) Service from which information about the lodging of appeals may be obtained:
Communities and Housing Investment Consortium Limited ("CHIC")
84 Spencer Street, Birmingham, B18 6DS, United Kingdom
Tel. +44 1215153831, Email: tenders@chicltd.co.uk
Internet address: https://www.chicltd.co.uk/
VI.5) Date Of Dispatch Of This Notice: 20/07/2021
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