Anchorage A-Frames Replacement Scheme- Client Support Services

Single Suppliers Technical Reasons; Additional Repeat Extension Partial Replacement; Additional Repeat Further Following Competitive Procedure

In December 2020, AECOM was competitively procured through the YORCivil framework to undertake the design of the temporary A-Frame solution at Barton Tower and subsequently at Hessle Tower. This followed the discovery of a crack in the existing A-Frames in February 2020. Since then, AECOM has supported HBB in monitoring the condition of the remaining A-Frames and has assisted in developing the required scope to procure the design and build contractor.

AECOM has an in-depth understanding of the scheme and is therefore best placed to assist HBB in the management and successful delivery of the Design and Build contract. Employing an alternative consultant would result in additional time and cost, as they would require a significant period to develop an understanding of the scheme and its associated constraints.

The decision to direct award this service to AECOM through the Government Commercial Agency (GCA)framework RM6356 Lot 1 (ref :OPP50721) is based on AECOM's extensive knowledge of the scheme and the fact that they were originally procured through a competitive tender process. The services now required are similar to those previously provided during the installation phase of the Stage 2 A-Frames works. This approach avoids abortive work, reduces additional costs, and helps ensure continuity throughout the delivery of the project.