Decision details

In May 2018 a two stage mini competition was held to seek bids from the HCA panel for two companies to carry out independent viability assessments on behalf of the Council for major planning applications.

On evaluating the bids, VOA and GL Hearn had the highest scores of the four bids received.

In May 2018 a two stage mini competition was held to seek bids from the HCA professional panel for two companies to carry out independent viability assessments on behalf of the Council for major planning applications.
The tender was open for a two stage mini competition from 8 May 2018. Four bidders namely VOA, GL Hearn, Supplier A and Supplier B were invited to submit bids. There was a late submission at the sifting stage from BNP Paribas Real Estate, this response was discounted as it was received after the closing date.

Two of the bids were rejected because these bidder’s score were lower this was principally due to for one bid the winning bidders giving a clearer project management approach in their proposal, the pricing element was much higher than what was proposed by successful bidders and the evidence provided on CPD was not set out well as the successful bidders. For the other bid the successful bidders gave a better explanation of the changing London economy and local picture.

The winning bidders also gave a clearer project management approach in their proposal

Do Nothing: This not an option. The appointment of independent assessors on a contract was a commitment that was made through the viability scrutiny review. In addition it is an important requirement for Planning within Haringey Council

Stay as we are: This is not an option two independent assessors need to be appointed.

Carry out RFQ: Through Home County Agency Framework agreement

This was the preferred option. A mini competition was carried out and 4 bidders from the Homes County Agency framework submitted bids. These were evaluated accordingly.