Design and Build Contract for the redevelopment of Hexham Middle School and Queen Elizabeth High School

The Council is seeking to appoint a main contractor for a Design and Build contract for the redevelopment of Hexham Middle School and Queen Elizabeth High School in Hexham, Northumberland. Prior to the execution of a JCT contract the successful tenderer will be expected initially to enter into a Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PCSA) with the Council. During the PCSA period the contractor will develop its designs to RIBA Stage 4 and obtain planning approval. The contractor will select and engage the design team for the project. Once complete, the PCSA will be replaced by the JCT Contract, which is intended to be based on anamended2016 JCT Design & Build Contract. The Council is expecting to commence construction works on site in late January/early February with completion of the building and handover by 27 August 2021.