This stream offers deep-dive, technical sessions focused on solving specific challenges in estates planning and delivery. Topics include procurement reform, PFI contract closeout, efficient heat pump sizing and evidence-based design, ideal for those seeking hands-on insight, technical clarity and practical solutions.
Sessions will take place alongside the new AI Exchange stream in Central Room 8.
The New Procurement Act and Its Impact on the Education Sector
This session brings together global research and practice to explore how design can enhance learning outcomes. The session offers practical tools and insights for designing spaces that support holistic learning and development.
With the clock ticking on hundreds of PFI contracts due to expire in the next decade, proactive planning and collaboration is crucial to effectively navigating the challenges (and opportunities) involved in the hand-back process. Success will require a multi layered approach aligning aspects of commerciality with deep asset and service knowledge that goes way beyond normal ”business as usual” operations. The session will look to cover the following: What are the risks at hand-back and why is it crucial to be proactive? What steps should be taken in response?
Drawing on Cundall’s research, this surgery session will challenge current assumptions around heat pump sizing in school buildings. Attendees will gain practical insights into optimising system performance, minimising capital costs, and informing better design decisions aligned with long-term sustainability goals.
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