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Development Consultancy Framework for the provision of Employers Agent, Cost Consultancy, CDM Advisor, and Principal Designer Services

THE GUINNESS PARTNERSHIP LIMITED · Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

Tender information last checkedLast checked 29 Sept 2026, 22:19.

Opportunity overview

3.1 The Guinness Partnership (TGP) is seeking to establish a multidisciplinary framework to deliver a range of development consultancy services across its nationwide portfolio. The framework will support the delivery of affordable housing, building safety, and regeneration projects, and will cover the following service areas: • Employer's Agent - including contract administration, project management, and procurement advice. • Cost Consultancy - full financial management of projects, including budgeting, tender review, and value engineering. • CDM Advisor and Principal Designer - ensuring compliance with Construction Design and Management Regulations and promoting health and safety throughout the lifecycle of the works. These services will be required across England, with a focus on key regions such as Greater Manchester, London, Brighton, Milton Keynes, Bristol, Gloucester, and Leeds. Flexibility and strong regional coverage are essential due to TGP's dispersed housing stock.

Classification

  • CPV71315200 — Building consultancy services
  • CPV71315210 — Building services consultancy services
  • CPV73220000 — Development consultancy services

Lots

  • Employer's Agent & Cost Consultancy (North Region)£863.7m
  • Employer's Agent & Cost Consultancy (South-East Region)£863.7m
  • Employer's Agent & Cost Consultancy (South-West Region)£863.7m
  • CDM Advisor & Principal Designer (National Coverage)£8.4m

Documents and notices

Published notice details

Additional information from the published procurement release. Fields appear only when supplied by the source; check the original notice and tender documents before acting.

Scope, procedure and submissions

Id
ocds-h6vhtk-04e95b
Status
cancelled
Above Threshold
Yes
Procurement Method
open
Main Procurement Category
services
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure

Procedure

Features
This tender process will be a Competitive Flexible Procedure (CFP) under the Procurement Act 2023. The CFP is one of the routes to market available to Contracting Authorities where carrying out procurement or seeking to appoint a supplier, where the contract is captured by the scope of PA23 ('covered procurement'). The tender process will consist of two stages: • Stage 1 - Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) - This current stage of the process will provide a means of shortlisting suppliers to be invited to submit a formal tender, and for establishing that all Participants invited to tender are able to meet the conditions of participation, including any minimum standards required by Guinness. • Stage 2 - Invitation to Tender (ITT): Shortlisted Participants will be invited to submit a tender. This process will be a single-stage tender process requiring a price and quality submission in a format specified by Guinness. The draft ITT documents are included within this document pack for information, however, must not be responded to unless you are formally invited to submit a tender by Guinness

Legal basis

Id
2023/54
Scheme
UKPGA

Techniques

Has Framework Agreement
Yes

Expected award period

Ends
4 Jul 2025, 23:59

Tender Period

Ends
6 Jun 2025, 12:00

Special regime

concession

Submission terms

Electronic Submission Policy
allowed

Languages

en

Lots and requirements

Entry 1
Id
1
Title
Employer's Agent & Cost Consultancy (North Region)
Status
cancelled
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
This lot is designed to secure suppliers with the combined capability to deliver both cost consultancy and Employer's Agent services, offering clients a single, coordinated approach to project delivery and financial management for the North Region of England. Employer's Agent Service Objectives: Deliver end-to-end contract administration, project management, and consultancy services to support the successful delivery of construction projects, including advising on procurement strategies and tendering approaches. Oversee all project phases from inception to completion, ensuring strict compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and the Employer's requirements. Where required, provide integrated cost consultancy to maintain robust financial oversight and ensure value for money throughout the project lifecycle. Facilitate proactive coordination among all stakeholders to uphold quality, control costs, meet programme targets, and effectively manage risks and project changes. Explore and implement opportunities to integrate cost consultancy within the Employer's Agent role for comprehensive project support. Cost Consultancy Service Objectives: Manage all financial aspects of the project, including the preparation of cost plans, cashflow forecasts, and payment schedules. Ensure accuracy and consistency in project documentation, review tenders for discrepancies, and negotiate with contractors to secure best value. Advise on design, life-cycle, and operational costs, monitor budgets, and ensure adherence to financial constraints. Lead value management initiatives, provide commercial contract advice, participate in progress meetings, and oversee financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within budget and aligned with financial objectives.

Value

Amount
863,666,667
Currency
GBP
Including VAT
1,036,400,000

Renewal

Description
The contract will be for an initial term of 3 years, with the option for Guinness to extend at its sole discretion by a further 3 years, followed by an additional 2-year extension, giving a maximum total term of 8 years (the Term).

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Project Specific Questions
Type
quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
100
Weight
percentageExact

Contract period

Ends
31 Oct 2028, 23:59
Starts
1 Nov 2025, 00:00
Max Extent Date
31 Oct 2033, 23:59
Entry 2
Id
2
Title
Employer's Agent & Cost Consultancy (South-East Region)
Status
cancelled
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
This lot is designed to secure suppliers with the combined capability to deliver both cost consultancy and Employer's Agent services, offering clients a single, coordinated approach to project delivery and financial management for the South-East Region of England. Employer's Agent Service Objectives: Deliver end-to-end contract administration, project management, and consultancy services to support the successful delivery of construction projects, including advising on procurement strategies and tendering approaches. Oversee all project phases from inception to completion, ensuring strict compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and the Employer's requirements. Where required, provide integrated cost consultancy to maintain robust financial oversight and ensure value for money throughout the project lifecycle. Facilitate proactive coordination among all stakeholders to uphold quality, control costs, meet programme targets, and effectively manage risks and project changes. Explore and implement opportunities to integrate cost consultancy within the Employer's Agent role for comprehensive project support. Cost Consultancy Service Objectives: Manage all financial aspects of the project, including the preparation of cost plans, cashflow forecasts, and payment schedules. Ensure accuracy and consistency in project documentation, review tenders for discrepancies, and negotiate with contractors to secure best value. Advise on design, life-cycle, and operational costs, monitor budgets, and ensure adherence to financial constraints. Lead value management initiatives, provide commercial contract advice, participate in progress meetings, and oversee financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within budget and aligned with financial objectives.

Value

Amount
863,666,667
Currency
GBP
Including VAT
1,036,400,000

Renewal

Description
The contract will be for an initial term of 3 years, with the option for Guinness to extend at its sole discretion by a further 3 years, followed by an additional 2-year extension, giving a maximum total term of 8 years (the Term).

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Project Specific Questions
Type
quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
100
Weight
percentageExact

Contract period

Ends
31 Oct 2028, 23:59
Starts
1 Nov 2025, 00:00
Max Extent Date
31 Oct 2033, 23:59
Entry 3
Id
3
Title
Employer's Agent & Cost Consultancy (South-West Region)
Status
cancelled
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
This lot is designed to secure suppliers with the combined capability to deliver both cost consultancy and Employer's Agent services, offering clients a single, coordinated approach to project delivery and financial management for the South-West Region of England. Employer's Agent Service Objectives: Deliver end-to-end contract administration, project management, and consultancy services to support the successful delivery of construction projects, including advising on procurement strategies and tendering approaches. Oversee all project phases from inception to completion, ensuring strict compliance with contractual obligations, regulatory standards, and the Employer's requirements. Where required, provide integrated cost consultancy to maintain robust financial oversight and ensure value for money throughout the project lifecycle. Facilitate proactive coordination among all stakeholders to uphold quality, control costs, meet programme targets, and effectively manage risks and project changes. Explore and implement opportunities to integrate cost consultancy within the Employer's Agent role for comprehensive project support. Cost Consultancy Service Objectives: Manage all financial aspects of the project, including the preparation of cost plans, cashflow forecasts, and payment schedules. Ensure accuracy and consistency in project documentation, review tenders for discrepancies, and negotiate with contractors to secure best value. Advise on design, life-cycle, and operational costs, monitor budgets, and ensure adherence to financial constraints. Lead value management initiatives, provide commercial contract advice, participate in progress meetings, and oversee financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered within budget and aligned with financial objectives.

Value

Amount
863,666,667
Currency
GBP
Including VAT
1,036,400,000

Renewal

Description
The contract will be for an initial term of 3 years, with the option for Guinness to extend at its sole discretion by a further 3 years, followed by an additional 2-year extension, giving a maximum total term of 8 years (the Term).

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Project Specific Questions
Type
quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
100
Weight
percentageExact

Contract period

Ends
31 Oct 2028, 23:59
Starts
1 Nov 2025, 00:00
Max Extent Date
31 Oct 2033, 23:59
Entry 4
Id
4
Title
CDM Advisor & Principal Designer (National Coverage)
Status
cancelled
Has Renewal
Yes
Description
This lot seeks providers with the integrated capability to deliver both CDM Advisor and Principal Designer services, ensuring comprehensive support for health and safety compliance and risk management throughout all project stages, in line with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 on a National basis in England. CDM Advisor Service Requirements: Deliver expert guidance to help the Employer fulfil their legal duties under CDM regulations, including clarifying roles, responsibilities, and resource requirements for health and safety during the project. Liaise with the Principal Designer and contractors to confirm ongoing compliance with CDM regulations. Review construction phase health and safety plans, assess welfare provisions, and recommend adjustments as needed. Verify health and safety arrangements throughout construction and evaluate the final health and safety file for completeness. Participate in early risk identification systems, support dispute resolution, and ensure all necessary information is provided for effective CDM compliance. Principal Designer Service Requirements: Plan, manage, and coordinate health and safety during the pre-construction phase, minimizing risks associated with design and project delivery. Foster cooperation and communication among designers, contractors, and CDM consultants, ensuring timely updates and information sharing. Apply principles of prevention to address foreseeable risks related to construction, maintenance, and workplace use, ensuring full regulatory compliance. Gather and distribute pre-construction information, review design proposals for health and safety implications, and manage health and safety plans throughout the project lifecycle. Liaise with the Principal Contractor to uphold safety standards during construction and prepare the health and safety file for handover to the Employer. Assist in dispute resolution, seek Employer approval at key project stages, and ensure all relevant information is shared for compliance, audit, and ongoing safety management. This combined service approach ensures robust health and safety management, regulatory compliance, and effective risk mitigation from project inception to completion.

Value

Amount
8,370,000
Currency
GBP
Including VAT
10,044,000

Renewal

Description
The contract will be for an initial term of 3 years, with the option for Guinness to extend at its sole discretion by a further 3 years, followed by an additional 2-year extension, giving a maximum total term of 8 years (the Term).

Suitability

Sme
Yes

Award criteria

Criteria

Criterion 1
Name
Project Specific Questions
Type
quality

Numbers

Entry 1
Number
100
Weight
percentageExact

Contract period

Ends
31 Oct 2028, 23:59
Starts
1 Nov 2025, 00:00
Max Extent Date
31 Oct 2033, 23:59

Items and delivery

Item 1
Id
1
Related Lot
1

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKD
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 3
Region
UKF
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 4
Region
UKI
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 5
Region
UKJ
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 6
Region
UKK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 7
Region
UKC
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 8
Region
UKD
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 9
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 10
Region
UKF
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 11
Region
UKG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 12
Region
UKH
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 13
Region
UKI
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 14
Region
UKJ
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 15
Region
UKK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
71315200
Scheme
CPV
Description
Building consultancy services
Entry 2
Id
71315210
Scheme
CPV
Description
Building services consultancy services
Entry 3
Id
73220000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Development consultancy services
Item 2
Id
2
Related Lot
2

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKC
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
UKD
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 3
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 4
Region
UKF
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 5
Region
UKG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 6
Region
UKH
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 7
Region
UKI
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 8
Region
UKJ
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 9
Region
UKK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
71315200
Scheme
CPV
Description
Building consultancy services
Entry 2
Id
71315210
Scheme
CPV
Description
Building services consultancy services
Entry 3
Id
73220000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Development consultancy services
Item 3
Id
3
Related Lot
3

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKC
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
UKD
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 3
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 4
Region
UKF
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 5
Region
UKG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 6
Region
UKH
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 7
Region
UKI
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 8
Region
UKJ
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 9
Region
UKK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
71315200
Scheme
CPV
Description
Building consultancy services
Entry 2
Id
71315210
Scheme
CPV
Description
Building services consultancy services
Entry 3
Id
73220000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Development consultancy services
Item 4
Id
4
Related Lot
4

Delivery locations

Entry 1
Region
UKC
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 2
Region
UKD
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 3
Region
UKE
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 4
Region
UKF
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 5
Region
UKG
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 6
Region
UKH
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 7
Region
UKI
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 8
Region
UKJ
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom
Entry 9
Region
UKK
Country
GB
Country Name
United Kingdom

Additional Classifications

Entry 1
Id
71315200
Scheme
CPV
Description
Building consultancy services
Entry 2
Id
71315210
Scheme
CPV
Description
Building services consultancy services
Entry 3
Id
73220000
Scheme
CPV
Description
Development consultancy services

Published documents

Entry 1
Id
conflictOfInterest
Description
Not published
Document Type
conflictOfInterest
Entry 2
Id
018890-2025
Format
text/html
Notice Type
UK4
Description
Tender notice on Find a Tender
Document Type
tenderNotice
Published
2 May 2025, 16:22
Entry 3
Id
018949-2025
Format
text/html
Notice Type
UK12
Description
Procurement termination notice on Find a Tender
Document Type
tenderCancellationNotice
Published
5 May 2025, 20:59

Planning and budget

Documents

Entry 1
Id
007848-2025
Format
text/html
Notice Type
UK2
Description
Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
Document Type
marketEngagementNotice
Published
4 Mar 2025, 13:52

Milestones

Entry 1
Id
engagement
Type
engagement
Status
scheduled
Due
18 Mar 2025, 23:59
Description
The market engagement process will be conducted through a questionnaire, allowing Guinness to gather input from potential suppliers. This exercise is intended to enhance our understanding of the market's experience and capabilities. The insights gained will help shape the framework structure to ensure it maximises the potential for delivering this initiative on a national scale. If you are interested in taking part in this process, please contact the procurement team on: procurement@guinness.org.uk to request the questionnaire. The deadline for submitting responses to the questionnaire is 18 March 2025.

Buyer, suppliers and contacts

Organisation 1
Id
GB-COH-IP031693
Name
THE GUINNESS PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

Roles

buyer

Address

Region
UKI31
Country
GB
Locality
London
Postal Code
NW1 3AX
Country Name
United Kingdom
Street Address
7th Floor, 350 Euston Road

Details

Classifications

Entry 1
Id
publicUndertaking
Scheme
UK_CA_TYPE
Description
Public undertaking

Identifier

Id
IP031693
Scheme
GB-COH

Contact

Additional Identifiers

Entry 1
Id
PBNQ-4523-TMYT
Scheme
GB-PPON

Award information

Award 1
Id
1
Status
cancelled
Status Details
Not Applicable - The procurement notice has been withdrawn and will be re-issued due to an error in the stated tender value.
Final Status Date
5 May 2025, 00:00

Related lots

1
2
3
4

Recorded locations

  • Buyer location · London · UKI31 · NW1 3AX · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKC · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKD · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKE · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKF · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKG · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKH · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKI · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKJ · United Kingdom
  • Delivery location · UKK · United Kingdom

Notice and amendment history

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