Conservation Architect Design Team Framework Agreement

The Council requires the provision of Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) (or acceptable equivalent) conservation accredited architectural consultancy services associated with the design for the conversion of existing buildings and / or construction of new build housing including, but not limited to, the following areas: -Design and documentation services compatible with the RIBA plan of work 2020 stages 0 – 6 from initial feasibility through detailed design works; and -Contract administration services during site works and handover The properties / sites being pursued by the Council for regeneration are primarily, but not exclusively, listed buildings and therefore the Council is looking for a conservation accredited architect to lead a design team through various RIBA stages depending on project specific requirements. Additionally, the Framework Agreement may also require the provision of engineering consultancy services (sub-contracted as necessary) as required to complete the design for the conversion of existing buildings and / or construction of new build housing, specifically, but not limited to, the following disciplines: -Structural Engineer; -Civil Engineer; -M&E Engineer; -Acoustic Engineer; -Asbestos Surveyor; -Rot Surveyor; -Landscape Design; -Energy Consultancy; -Retrofitting Co-ordinator; and -Ecological Specialists (i.e. bat, invasive species etc.) Consultant’s may also have the capability and capacity to fulfil the roles of contract administrator and principal designer in order to plan, manage, monitor and coordinate the pre-construction phase. This includes managing and mitigating any potential health and safety risks throughout the design process. Additional services as mutually agreed between the Council and Consultant may also be required. Consultant‘s must be able to provide all roles and services stated within a Call-Off Contract. The primary contractual relationship will sit with the Council and the appointed Consultant; however, collateral warranties agreement may be required between the Consultants and any third-party sub-contractor (s) to support the delivery of Services. Further information in regards to the scope of the Framework Agreement is detailed within condition 2.5 of the ITT document within the PCS-T System.