Sir Roger Manwood's School - Sixth Form Heat Pump Project

Sir Roger Manwood's School is soliciting a fixed and firm price contract for the design, installation, and commissioning of a new Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) system to serve the Grange. The project scope includes all mechanical and electrical works, such as the installation of buffer tanks, pressurisation units, and LV switch room preparation, as well as the decommissioning and removal of old plant and necessary groundworks. The system is intended to be the sole heating source for the facility with an expected operational efficiency of at least 20 years. Key deliverables include AutoCAD as-installed drawings, comprehensive O&M manuals with a five-year maintenance programme, and the training of client personnel. The contract is governed by the Institute of Engineering and Technology / Institute of Mechanical Engineers Form MF/1 (rev 7) 2024 Edition. Award is based on a weighted scorecard evaluating pricing (40%), health and safety (20%), and quality and experience (15%), following a pass/fail financial screening. Mandatory requirements include DBS clearance for all site personnel, adherence to strict safeguarding procedures, and specific insurance coverage: £5 million for Public and Products Liability and Employer’s Liability, and £1 million for Professional Indemnity maintained for six years post-completion. Performance is subject to a 12-month defects liability period, with a six-year window for latent defects.