Framework for Accelerated Adaptations

The Disabled Facilities Service is a reactive service that administers cases as soon as they are received. This Framework intends to meet the demand from hospitals (to expedite a discharge to home) and those ‘other’ cases where a rapid response is required. The successful Contractor will be expected to deliver quality works and meet the challenging Performance Indicators that have been set.It should be noted that all work types are to be completed in domestic properties and will include various construction property types such as: traditional brick and block constructed properties, system built properties (including PRC and BISF property types), high rise, sheltered accommodation, stone and timber framed properties et al.Work (Domestic only) to include:• Completion of domestic property surveys and creating a comprehensive schedule of works (with an agreed schedule of rates) to meet the needs of the individual as identified in the occupational therapist report.• Converting existing rooms to provide accessible bathing facilities (to include all associated works) i.e. level access shower facilities, wet rooms (to include bathrooms above an on ground floor).• Provision of straight stair-lifts appropriate to the property construction type, to meet the needs of the applicant.• General works to include; provision of modular ramping and steps; structural alterations to provide access into and around a property; repair works associated with the adaptation.• The majority of works will be covered by the agreed Schedule of Rates, however, occasionally there may be works that are not covered in the Schedule of Rates. Where an item is not included in the Schedule of Rates, the Employer will refer to a recognised / industry standard price book such as ‘BCIS Wessex’ (or similar) to identify that item and apply the prevailing rate(s). Where an item is not included in the Schedule of Rates nor covered by a recognised / industry standard price book such as “BCIS Wessex” (or similar); then the uplift to be applied by the Contractor will be not exceed 10% or £500 (whichever is lower).The following represents the anticipated annual work volumes:• Total number of jobs - 57• Total value - £400,000• Average value per job - £7,000The following is an estimated breakdown of the different activities that will form part of the 57 jobs.Activity Total NumberRamps 8Pumped Waste 5UPVC level threshold doors 8Shower Seats 45Grab-rails 90Drop Down Rails 12Shower Trays 48Door widening 7Convert/upgrade outhouse 4Straight stair-lift 20Single rail ceiling track hoist 2NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=131435.

Please refer to the tender documents that can be found on the Proactis Portal under reference ERFX1008128 - Framework for Accelerated Adaptations.https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/account/loginThe Council reserves the right to appoint a replacement contractor in the event of either the Contractors initially being appointed withdrawing from the Framework Agreement, or in the event that the Council terminates the agreement with either of the Contractors initially appointed.(WA Ref:131435)Under the terms of this contract the successful supplier(s) will be required to deliver Community Benefits in support of the authority’s economic and social objectives. Accordingly, contract performance conditions may relate in particular to social and environmental considerations. The Community Benefits included in this contract are:Under the terms of this contract the successful supplier(s) will be required to deliver Community Benefits in support of the authority’s economic and social objectives. Accordingly, contract performance conditions may relate in particular to social and environmental considerations. The Community Benefits included in this contract are:Community Benefits question will be applied in the Quality section.The buyer considers that this contract is suitable for consortia bidding.