[Nutscode]:
UKK -
SOUTH WEST (ENGLAND)
It is envisaged that the selected partner will design, build, finance and operate a student residences facility containing in the region of 1,790 new rooms (~290 refurbished and 1500 new build) and at Clydesdale & Birks, Streatham Campus. The University reserves the right to modify its requirements within the guidelines of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 as a result of the competitive dialogue process.
The key contract deliverables are:
1. The delivery of a Student Residences facility in keeping with a UK Top 10 and Russell Group University which will provide in the region of 1790 new beds,
2. An off Balance sheet transaction (or one with minimal impact on the University’s balance sheet),
3. A facility that enhances student experience,
4. Generation of a capital receipt,
5. Provides value for money for both the University and the students,
6. On-campus quality affordable accommodation provision commensurate with the expectations of a fee paying student, and to meet the increased demand for student accommodation arising from its growing population.
Outline planning permission has been granted by Exeter City Council for 49,821 m2, including 44,613 m2 of student accomodation, 1,724 m2 for “ancillary/social space” and 3,484 m2 of other space (plant rooms, cycle stores etc.
The University envisages a contract to operate the facility of approximately 50 years
subject to dialogue) from practical completion.
Full details of the project are contained within the SQ and ITPD documents
[EnvisagedNumber]:
3
[CriteriaChoosingLimited]:
As stated in the procurement documents
[Options]:
[Yes]
[OptionsDescr]:
The University wishes to discuss with bidders during Dialogue the potential inclusion of demolition of the existing Grounds Compound followed by construction of a new facility on Campus. The existing site would then provide approximately 130 rooms (which have been included in the total potential 1790 new rooms) as part of the scheme.
The final contract length and value will be defined during the competitive dialogue process and will be conveyed to bidders in a transparent and fair manner.