Estimating, Tendering & Procurement
Working at all design stages from pre-feasibility through to final detailed design and delivery (GRIP stages 0-6 or RIBA stages 0-7). We are an effective and clear communicator and good team player, experienced in managing the estimate process, experienced and comfortable working on either side: contractor-based / consultant-based or client-based.
We have extensive experience of rail infrastructure and construction. We can deliver to tight timeframes and like to have a vested interest in the performance of the bid, where possible.
Liaise with the Client and the Professional Team and prepare tender documentation
Advise on tendering and contractual procurement options
Prepare recommendations for the Client’s approval
Obtain tender drawings and specifications from the Client and the Professional Team
Prepare bills of quantities for inclusion in tender documents in accordance with NRM 2 / CESSM 4
Prepare schedules of rates, activity schedules or other pricing documents, for inclusion in tender documents
Advise on suitable tenderers for the works required on the Project and prepare recommendations for the Client’s approval
Investigate prospective tenderers for the Building Contract(s) or subcontract(s) and advise the Client on their financial status and technical competence and prepare recommendations for the Client’s approval
Attend and participate in pre- and post- tender interviews of prospective tenderers for the works required on the Project
Arrange delivery of tender documents to selected tenderers for the works required on the Project
Check tender submissions for errors, omissions, exclusions, qualifications, inconsistencies, etc
Liaise with the Professional Team and advise on errors, omissions, exclusions, qualifications and inconsistencies between the tender documents and the tenders received.
Prepare recommendations for the Client’s approval
Comment on the tenderers’ design and construction programmes and method statements
Liaise with the Professional Team and prepare a tender report
Prepare recommendations for the Client’s approval
Conduct negotiations with tenderers
Prepare documentation to confirm adjustments to the tender sums
Prepare recommendations for the Client’s approval
Liaise with the Client and the Professional Team and advise on methods of progressing design and/or construction works prior to the execution of the Building Contract
Obtain confirmation from the Contractor that required Contractor or subcontractor insurances are in place prior to commencement of works on the Site
Obtain contract drawings and specifications from the Client and the Professional Team
Liaise with the Client’s legal advisers, prepare the contract documents and deliver to the Client and the Contractor for completion