Contract notice
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
Carmarthenshire County Council
County Hall
Carmarthen
SA31 1JP
UK
Telephone: +44 1267234567
E-mail: CRCorporateprocurement@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
NUTS: UKL14
Internet address(es)
Main address: https://www.carmarthenshire.gov.uk
Address of the buyer profile: https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0281
I.2) Joint procurement
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body
I.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge at:
https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be sent electronically to:
https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at:
https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Regional or local authority
I.5) Main activity
General public services
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Wales Pension Partnership Private Markets - Real Estate
II.1.2) Main CPV code
66131100
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
Carmarthenshire County Council is the Host Authority for the Wales Pension Partnership (WPP). The WPP, established in 2017 is a collaboration of all eight LGPS funds in Wales and is one of eight national Local Government Pension pools. The eight LGPS funds in Wales are: Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan, City and County of Swansea, Clwyd, Dyfed, Greater Gwent (Torfaen), Gwynedd, Powys and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
The WPP is now looking to develop a range of Private Real Estate Sub-Funds which the Constituent Authorities (“CAs”) (Local Government Pension Funds) of Wales can use to obtain the private market exposure that they require to meet their locally decided strategic asset allocations.
The WPP wants to establish Sub-Funds which are based on individual asset classes, the WPP plans on establishing UK Real Estate, Global Real Estate, and Local / Impact Real Estate Sub-Funds.
This Procurement is being undertaken in accordance with the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation pursuant to Regulation 29 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Although the Council is utilising the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation route, it reserves the right to award the contract on the basis of the initial tenders without conducting negotiations.
II.1.5) Estimated total value
Value excluding VAT:
56 000 000.00
GBP
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
II.2) Description
Lot No: 1
II.2.1) Title
UK Core Real Estate
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
66131100
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKL14
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
WPP Constituent Authorities currently invest in UK Real Estate through a range of fund of funds, and open and closed ended funds.
Market engagement suggests that over the long term it would be optimal to transition to gaining this exposure primarily through a Direct, Separately Managed Account, real estate portfolio.
Recognising the potential costs of transition, WPP Constituent Authorities are seeking a manager to:
assess the current portfolio, identify and implement any short term efficiency gains, make recommendations on the ultimate approach and structure for long term WPP UK Real Estate investment.
Create and implement a plan for achieving the recommended long term UK Real Estate Investment goals of Constituent Authorities, and invest any available new capital in an appropriate fashion, consistent with the long term plan.
See WPP Real Estate - Lot 1 – UK Core Real Estate - Quantitative PQQ.xls Tab 1 for detailed investment objectives and constraints.
This Procurement is being undertaken in accordance with the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation pursuant to Regulation 29 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The Council expressly reserves the right to award the Contractual Agreement on the basis of the initial
tenders without negotiation. For this particular Contractual Agreement, it is envisaged that the Council will award the Contractual Agreement on the basis of the initial tender without negotiation, however the Council will inform Bidders if negotiation will be undertaken in accordance with the Background document.
A Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) is being published for Stage 1 of the process through which the Council is inviting suitably qualified and experienced organisations to submit a response to the PQQ in order to determine whether they meet a minimum standard of financial standing and technical capability and capacity to deliver the required Lot(s). Following the evaluation of this PQQ, those bidders who pass Stage 1 will be invited to participate in Stage 2.
This information can be accessed via the eTender opportunity on eTenderwales and will be located in the General Attachments Area and Technical Envelope.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 60
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
Contract extensions up to an additional 60 months subject to satisfactory performance
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Envisaged minimum number: 3
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
As detailed in the eTender documentation and instructions included on eTenderwales
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Please refer to the eTender opportunity on eTenderwales for further information. project_54893 - Wales Pension Partnership
Lot No: 2
II.2.1) Title
International Real Estate
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
66131100
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKL14
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
WPP Constituent Authorities intend on investing in International Real Estate through a combination of one or more Global Real Estate Funds / SMAs. These Funds/SMAs should each offer global exposure (as opposed to WPP selecting specific regional funds).
Global Real Estate Funds might be stand-alone products or 'umbrella' products across underlying strategies. Fund of Funds and multi-manager SMAs will be considered.
The exposure will comprise Global direct real estate, but with potential to have small (sub-20%) allocations to real estate debt and listed real estate (REITs).
Some preference for managers that have the ability to monitor and report for WPP on the overall international real estate exposure which may include any existing/legacy exposure of the underlying authorities.
See WPP Real Estate - Lot 2 – Global Real Estate - Quantitative PQQ.xls Tab 1 for detailed investment objectives and constraints.
This Procurement is being undertaken in accordance with the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation pursuant to Regulation 29 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The Council expressly reserves the right to award the Contractual Agreement on the basis of the initial
tenders without negotiation. For this particular Contractual Agreement, it is envisaged that the Council will award the Contractual Agreement on the basis of the initial tender without negotiation, however the Council will inform Bidders if negotiation will be undertaken in accordance with the Background document.
A Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) is being published for Stage 1 of the process through which the Council is inviting suitably qualified and experienced organisations to submit a response to the PQQ in order to determine whether they meet a minimum standard of financial standing and technical capability and capacity to deliver the required Lot(s). Following the evaluation of this PQQ, those bidders who pass Stage 1 will be invited to participate in Stage 2.
This information can be accessed via the eTender opportunity on eTenderwales and will be located in the General Attachments Area and Technical Envelope.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 60
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
Contract extensions up to an additional 60 months subject to satisfactory performance
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Envisaged minimum number: 3
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
As detailed in the eTender documentation and instructions included on eTenderwales
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Please refer to the eTender opportunity on eTenderwales for further information. project_54893 - Wales Pension Partnership
Lot No: 3
II.2.1) Title
Impact / Local Real Estate
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
66131100
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKL14
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
WPP Constituent Authorities recognise a rare opportunity to utilise LGPS asset pooling to achieve unprecedented Social and Environmental impact investment in Wales and across the UK.
The mandate will focus on UK real estate, excluding real estate debt and listed real estate (REITs).
The mandate will likely be implemented through a multi-manager allocator approach, utilising co-investment sleeves alongside fund investments.
'Impact' real estate defined to include strategies in three broad areas:
Specific strategies focused on Wales that have a clear "levelling up" or local 'Impact' focus, (broad definition of levelling up and impact may be taken) with at least 50% of the total allocation to be deployed in these strategies.
UK-wide strategies to reduce social inequality. This might include various affordable housing sectors and/or strategies to support regeneration in geographic areas of social deprivation, social infrastructure etc.
UK-wide strategies to support the climate transition. This is likely to involve funds with a strong 'net zero' target including 'Green building funds' and those with strong use of green leases.
High degree of ESG integration required, as well as a robust approach to delivering on impact objectives.
The manager will be required to have a strong and proven approach to impact reporting.
Clear approach to achieving meaningful investment in Wales (including appropriate alignment) is critical for the mandate.
See WPP Real Estate - Lot 3 – UK Impact Real Estate - Quantitative PQQ.xls Tab 1 for detailed investment objectives and constraints.
This Procurement is being undertaken in accordance with the Competitive Procedure with Negotiation pursuant to Regulation 29 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The Council expressly reserves the right to award the Contractual Agreement on the basis of the initial
tenders without negotiation. For this particular Contractual Agreement, it is envisaged that the Council will award the Contractual Agreement on the basis of the initial tender without negotiation, however the Council will inform Bidders if negotiation will be undertaken in accordance with the Background document.
A Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) is being published for Stage 1 of the process through which the Council is inviting suitably qualified and experienced organisations to submit a response to the PQQ in order to determine whether they meet a minimum standard of financial standing and technical capability and capacity to deliver the required Lot(s). Following the evaluation of this PQQ, those bidders who pass Stage 1 will be invited to participate in Stage 2.
This information can be accessed via the eTender opportunity on eTenderwales and will be located in the General Attachments Area and Technical Envelope.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 60
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
Contract extensions up to an additional 60 months subject to satisfactory performance
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
Envisaged minimum number: 3
Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates:
As detailed in the eTender documentation and instructions included on eTenderwales
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Please refer to the eTender opportunity on eTenderwales for further information.
project_54893 - Wales Pension Partnership
Section III: Legal, economic, financial and technical information
III.1) Conditions for participation
III.1.2) Economic and financial standing
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
III.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
III.2) Conditions related to the contract
III.2.1) Information about a particular profession
Participation is reserved to a particular profession: Yes
Reference to the relevant law, regulation or administrative provision:
It is expected that the Investment Manager will be an FCA or equivalent authorised firm with appropriate investment expertise and track record.
III.2.2) Contract performance conditions
As detailed in the invitation to tender documentation.
III.2.3) Information about staff responsible for the performance of the contract
Obligation to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.1) Type of procedure
Competitive procedure with negotiation
IV.1.4) Information about reduction of the number of solutions or tenders during negotiation or dialogue
Recourse to staged procedure to gradually reduce the number of solutions to be discussed or tenders to be negotiated
IV.1.5) Information about negotiation
The contracting authority reserves the right to award the contract on the basis of the initial tenders without conducting negotiations
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
IV.2) Administrative information
IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date:
18/12/2023
Local time: 14:00
IV.2.3) Estimated date of dispatch of invitations to tender or to participate to selected candidates
Date:
22/01/2024
IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
EN
CY
IV.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender
Duration in months: 9 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement:
Yes
Estimated timing for further notices to be published:
Contract extensions up to an additional 60 months subject to satisfactory performance
VI.3) Additional information
To assist you in locating these opportunities on the BRAVO E Procurement System the project code is: project_54893
As this is a Competitive procedure with negotiation, Tenderers must ensure that all PQQ questions are fully responded to. The following PQQ Project codes may further assist you in locating the opportunity on eTenderwales:
PQQ Code: pqq_33489
Please also ensure you check the General Attachments Area on eTenderwales for any documents/ information which may assist you with your submission or you are required to upload as part of your submission as per information contained within the tender pack.
Suppliers Instructions How to express interest in this Tender:
1. Register your company on the etenderwales portal (this is only required once)
- Browse to the eSourcing Portal: www.etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
- Click the "Suppliers register here" link
- Enter your correct business and user details
- Note the username you chose and click "Save" when complete
- You will shortly receive an email with your unique password (please keep this secure)
- Agree to the terms and conditions and click "continue"
2. Express an Interest in the Project
- Login to the portal with the username/password
- Click the "PQQs Open to All Suppliers" link. (These are Invitation to Tender Documents open to any registered supplier)
- Click on the relevant PQQ to access the content.
- Click the "Express Interest" button at the top of the screen
- This will move the PQQ into your "My PQQs" page. (This is a secure area reserved for your projects only)
- Click on the PQQ code, you can now access any attachments by clicking the ''''Buyer Attachments" on the left hand side of the screen
3. Responding to the tender
- At the top of the screen you can choose to Create Response or Decline to Respond (please give a reason if declining)
- You can now use the Messages function on to communicate with the buyer and seek any clarification
- Note the deadline for completion, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the PQQ
- There may be a mixture of online & offline actions for you to perform (there is detailed online help available)
If you require any further assistance use the online help, or the BravoSolution help desk is available Mon - Fri (8am - 6pm) on:
- email: help@bravosolution.co.uk
- Phone: 0800 368 4850/ Fax: 020 7080 0480
Tenders or Requests to Participate must be sent to:
Official name:
www.etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk
Postal Address:
Carmarthenshire County Council will be conducting this procurement exercise through the Value Wales e-Tendering portal. This can be found at www.etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk , all information may be downloaded and must be returned though this channel.
NOTE: The authority is using eTenderwales to carry out this procurement process. To obtain further information record your interest on Sell2Wales at http://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=136585
(WA Ref:136585)
The buyer considers that this contract is suitable for consortia.
VI.4) Procedures for review
VI.4.1) Review body
High Court
Royal Courts of Justice, The Strand
London
WC2A 2LL
UK
Telephone: +44 2079477501
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
17/11/2023