Current status
Project status
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Initial planning
Deciding the scope of the works
Project status
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Project design and approval
Finalising the project specification, budget and programme
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Completion
End of works and the defects process
Project details
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| Work Element | Description of Works |
|---|---|
| Condition Survey | Pre-existing information regarding the condition of the building and associated ancillary areas has been provided. The Contractoris to inform the Council where additional survey or inspections are required to inform the design process.The Contractor is required to complete a pre-commencement condition survey within all areas likely to be affected by the works, which shall contain written and photographic evidence of the existing conditions. The Contractor is to identify any areas of concern that may result in additional works being necessary, together with proposed remedial recommendations, within the scope of works. The condition survey is to be agreed with the Council and upon conclusion of the works the Contractor is to ensure the condition of any areas affected by the works are handed over to the Council in no worse a condition than at pre-commencement stage. |
| Access Required | A tower hoist will be required to take materials up to the roof and to remove waste from the roof.Scaffolding will be required as a fall protection system. The Contractor is to ensure that all work at height activities is risk assessed and that the proposed method of access to facilitate the works and fully costed in the Project Execution Plan (PEP).Access will also be required into the top floor residents’ properties to undertake the necessary pre- and post-condition surveys as noted in the condition survey item above.All access proposals are to be identified and fully costed by the Contractor within their Project Execution Plan (PEP). Should there be any reason that specific access arrangements cannot be fully evaluated and costed for then the Contractor should identify these together with a defined Provisional allowance within their Project Execution Plan (PEP) for each specific item/ area. |
| Roof Replacement | Strip back to deck and renew roof covering in line with and in accordance with the Roof Survey Report and the performance specification. An insurance backed guarantee for at least 30-year duration is to be provided for the installation of the roof system. Provide a sign at roof level stating installation date, contractor name, length of guarantee, guarantee end date, and contact details for Westminster City Council if any future works are proposed to be carried out to the roof. Renewal works are to include all associated works to roof falls, alteration and creation of compliant upstands, roofing details and junctions, termination bars, flashings, outlets, grilles, and associated decoration.Include all main and secondary roofs and ancillary parapet walls and details. Using an approved contractor provide all associated works including all leadwork, new chases into brickwork, rendered and concrete upstands, counter-flashing, welted drip to external gutters, drip battens, promenade tile removal, parapet wall fixings, waterproofing works, new insulation, edge protection, temporary lifting and reinstatement of cables and services, etc.All cables and services are to be maintained throughout the project. Cables are to be fixed in cable runs and reinstated on completion of works. |
| Tank Rooms | The Contractor is to carry out the works in line with and in accordance with the Roof Survey Report and the performance specification.• Refurbishment of tank roofs• Raise door sills• Renew steel doors and frames |
| Edge Protection | Remove existing fixed edge protection and replace with new freestanding edge protection.The Contractor to ensure the installation is in accordance with Part K of the Building Regulations. |
| LightningProtection | Install new level 1 lightning protection system to the block. The Contractor should liaise with Oakray regarding the installation of the lightning protection.The works must comply with BS EN 62305. |
| Existing Pipes, Cables andServices | All pipes, cables and services are to be maintained throughout the project. Where any service is to be relocated temporarily or permanently, the Contractor is to ensure the TV service and cold/hot water supply for residents should be maintained through the duration of works. The Contractor should liaise with the Council representative and M&E team regarding the services on the roof. There is a significant amount of pipe work on the roof.The service provider should liaise with the Council representative to utilize existing contractors who have knowledge of the services at Sullivan House. The Contractor should liaise with the Council representative and M&E team regarding the pipework on the roof and capture the risk and cost for these works within the Project Execution Plan (PEP) for review. |
| Isolation of Services | All pipes, cables and services are to be maintained throughout the project. Where any service is to be relocated temporarily or permanently, the Contractor is to ensure the TV service and cold/hot water supply for residents should be maintained through the duration of works. The Contractor should liaise with the Council representative and M&E team regarding the services on the roof. There is a significant amount of pipe work on the roof. The service provider should liaise with the Council representative to utilize existing contractors who have knowledge of the services at Sullivan House. The Contractor should liaise with the Council representative and M&E team regarding the pipework on the roof and capture the risk and cost for these works within the Project Execution (PEP) for review. |
| Other Works | The Contractor is to carry out the works in line with and in accordance with the Roof Survey Report and performance specification located • Replace existing pipe supports with freestanding supports.• Reposition/modify tank overflows.• Adjust/relocate some pipe work (liaise with the Council M&E team).• Lift & Move cables to facilitate waterproofing (liaise with Council M&E team).• Extend soil vent pipes.• Modify existing Cat ladders. |
| Asbestos Management | A copy of the existing management survey and any refurbishment and demolition surveys have been supplied (R&D).Live asbestos information can be found on the Westminster City Council asbestos portal, Shine. The Contractor is required to inform the Council regarding the need to instruct any further R&D surveys as the design develops and the areas where intrusive works will be required are confirmed. The R&D survey will be instructed by the client through the asbestos management system and provided to the Contractor. The Contractor's Project Execution Plan (PEP) needs to identify any further works, with estimated costs, for completing removal or encapsulation of asbestos containing materials to enable the work. The Contractor is to ensure that any subcontractor undertaking asbestos removal works as part of the works, fulfils the client’s requirements outlined in the Council'sprocess and procedure documents and are deemed competent to undertake the required works.The Contractor is to ensure that any subcontractor undertaking asbestos removal works as part of the works, fulfils the clients licence requirements and are deemed competent to undertake the required works. |
| Other Potentially Hazardous Circumstances | In addition to Asbestos management there may be other potentially hazardous circumstances that the Contractor will need to address. Other hazards that may be present or that need considering include but are not limited to: • Lead Paint• Dust• Ventilation of Solvents and Fumes• Noise• Other Hazardous Substances. Undertake all surveys as necessary with approval from the Council to establish the existence of all potentially hazardous materials, substances and/ or environmental conditions. Procure and execute all works necessary to clear away any such hazards to the extent necessary in order to facilitate future surveys and execution of The Works. Provide recommendations for any additional measures that may be deemed necessary to prevent re-contamination. |
| Health and Safety File (H&S)Operating and Maintenance Manual (O&M) | This building does not currently have a H&S file –Create/provide a new H&S file and O&M manuals for the building and also for all systems associated with The works. The file shall be in accordance with and as detailed within the Term Partnering Contract. This is to include but is not limited to;• A detailed future Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) programme/ regime associated with The Works;• As-built drawings, specifications, schematics, schedules etc.• Manufacturers details, guarantees and warranties (as applicable)• Details of risks and hazardous materials not eliminated through design• Site Investigation Reports• Statutory authority consents and approvals |
| Asset Tagging | Appoint an asset tagging company (Stics AMS or approved equivalent) to supply, install and carry out the installation, programming and commissioning of asset tags to new items upon completion of works. All main plant & equipment components associated with the works are to be scheduled by the Contractor within their Project Execution Plan (PEP). The Contractor is to provide a proposed Asset Tagging Register of all components for review and approval by the Council. |
Published: 26 May 2021
Last updated: 18 October 2024