Schools Out for Summer – Projects Commence & CIF 24/25

The CCO team is currently hard at work completing a variety of building projects for our school and academy clients over the summer holiday period.  Our team is working on a wide range of fast-paced projects including;

• Roof refurbishments
• Window & door replacements
• Fire safety works
• Boiler replacements
• Electrical safety/rewiring
• Building fabric repairs
• Internal refurbishment/remodelling works
• Extension projects.

Now is the ideal time for academies to start planning for their 2024/25 Condition Improvement Fund bids (CIF). To give a CIF bid, the greatest chance of success, early project planning is crucial. CIF funding supports building projects, which address either building condition, health & safety issues, building compliance, or energy efficiency.

The CIF guidelines require a great deal of information and detail as part of a successful bid and pre-planning of a project at an early stage is essential. Achieving cost certainty by seeking competitive tenders from contractors and securing independent specialist reports is vital. Thorough bid pre-planning works not only mitigate project risks but also provide greater cost certainty, all of which maximise your academy’s chances of success.

CCO Building Consultancy can advise on all aspects of the CIF application process including the suitability of potential projects, CIF guidelines, and assessment criteria. Our team can then prepare a comprehensive bid that encompasses the improvement priorities of your school building. We have a wealth of experience in preparing CIF bids and have an excellent track record in securing funding.

As a practice we can prepare your capital bids at no cost, on the basis that we are retained as your consultants to design and manage the project.

If you want to discuss the preparation of a funding bid for your academy then please contact our team on 01772 425360 to discuss how we can help.