De Havilland House, Stevenage Borough Council | New Build Development

Sustainability

A fabric-first approach was employed, prioritising high levels of thermal insulation to minimise energy consumption. Heating appliances were chosen for their low emission levels, aligning with Part L of the Building Regulations and ensuring compliance with the dwellings' SAP calculations.

Project Management

From the pre-tender stage, Keegans took a proactive role in refining the project brief and aligning it with the client's requirements. Given that this was a pilot scheme for the Council's private sale initiative, special attention was given to updating the Employer's Requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Developed and refined the Private Sale Specification.
• Produced and managed Tender documentation in collaboration with the Council's procurement department.
• Reviewed Tender returns, recommended contractors, and oversaw their appointment.
• Administered the project under a JCT Design & Build Contract, closely monitoring progress, budget, and quality.

Outcome

Despite challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, which impacted project timelines, the development was completed on budget and delivered successfully in February 2022.