Pioneer Group High Rise Tower Refurbishment

The Pioneer Group (Pioneer) are responsible for 2 high rise towers: Topcliffe House, Castle Vale, B35 6BT Chivenor House, Castle Vale, B35 7HY These fall in to the category of 18meter + buildings under the Building Safety Act 2022 and will need to be treated in accordance with this new and stringent legislation.

The towers were constructed around 1960 and have since been externally wrapped with insulation and render finish in the late 90's.

Pioneer is in the early planning stages of procuring a contract to refurbish both towers with an estimated go-live date of Autumn 2024.

Prior to this, Pioneer is undertaking a Preliminary Market Engagement exercise.

The objectives of the Preliminary Market Engagement exercise are to: • Determine market capacity and drivers • Establish potential Bidder interest in the new contract • Discuss supply, solution and technology options • Assist with budget planning • Explore the potential for innovation and added value • Explore the potential to deliver social value • Establish key risks, constraints and opportunities • Establish the optimum number of works packages and tender lotting structure • Shape the content of the tender documentation Further details including how to participate in the Preliminary Market Engagement exercise can be found in the attached Preliminary Market Engagement Brief and supporting Appendix 1.

This Preliminary Market Engagement exercise is being administered on behalf of Pioneer by Clarity Procurement Solutions.