Decision details
Authority to award contract for architect-led multi-disciplinary design services for a new 1FE school with 2FE infrastructure on the site of Carlton Vale Infant School, South Kilburn
Decision Maker: Corporate Director of Neighbourhoods & Regeneration
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Purpose:
To approve the award of contract for architect-led multi-disciplinary design team, and principal designer services for a new 1FE school with 2FE infrastructure on the site of Carlton Vale Infant School, South Kilburn.
Decision:
(1) To note that RIBA Stage 1 of the South Kilburn Primary School project is nearing completion and will be presented to the Infrastructure and Regeneration Programme Board and the School Capital Programme Board in July 2025.
(2) To note that the design brief and school layout options have been presented to the School Capital Programme Board in April 2025 and accepted by the School and Children and Young People (CYP) Department, establishing the basis for project progression.
(3) To approve the progression of the South Kilburn Primary School project to RIBA Stages 2 and 3, enabling the development of detailed design for planning submission and tender.
(4) To approve the pre-tender considerations set out in paragraph 3.4 of the accompanying report.
(5) To approve the award the contract for Architect-led Multi-disciplinary Design Team, and Principal Designer Services (RIBA stages 2-3) for a new 1FE school with 2FE infrastructure on the site of Carlton Vale Infant School, South Kilburn to Cottrell & Vermeulen Architecture Ltd for 24 months including possible extensions in the sum of £995,000.00 excluding VAT, inclusive of contingency, surveys, and framework levy.
Reasons for the decision:
As detailed within the accompanying report.
Alternative options considered:
As detailed within the accompanying report.
Interests and Nature of Interests Declared:
None.
Reason Key: Signficant expenditure/savings of £500k or more;
Wards Affected: Kilburn; Queens Park;
Cabinet/Committee Decision or Scheme of Delegation: Officer Scheme of Delegation (Part 3 - Constitution) & Contract Standing Orders
Parties Consulted: The South Kilburn regeneration team, along with Schools’ Capital delivery and Children and Young People have worked closely with the two schools in developing designs for the primary school. The proposal has been and will continue to be the subject of extensive consultation and engagement with the community in and around South Kilburn estate. The council will continue to work with local stakeholders to update the school, local community, and Ward Councillors as each project progresses.
Contact: Luz Gonzalez-Ramirez, Development Manager Email: luz.gonzalez-ramirez@brent.gov.uk.
Publication date: 30/05/2025
Date of decision: 28/05/2025
Effective from: 07/06/2025
Accompanying Documents:
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