JCA Consulting was appointed by Hopedale Children's & Family Services to provide professional surveying services in support of the acquisition of premises for Abu Bakr Boys School. Our involvement commenced prior to the purchase with a Commercial Acquisition Survey and continued following completion with a Reinstatement Cost Assessment, providing independent professional advice throughout the property acquisition process.

Work Involved

• Undertook a detailed Commercial Acquisition Survey to assess the overall condition of the property prior to purchase.
• Identified building defects, maintenance requirements and future repair liabilities.
• Highlighted any issues that could influence the client's acquisition decision or future investment.
• Provided independent professional advice to support informed property due diligence.
• Completed a comprehensive Reinstatement Cost Assessment following acquisition.
• Calculated the appropriate rebuilding cost for insurance purposes in accordance with current RICS guidance.
• Considered the building's construction, size, specification and associated rebuilding costs.
• Delivered a clear report to assist the client with future asset management, insurance arrangements and long-term property planning.

Summary

JCA Consulting supported Hopedale Children's & Family Services throughout both the acquisition and post-purchase stages of the project. By combining a Commercial Acquisition Survey with a Reinstatement Cost Assessment, we provided independent professional advice that enabled the client to make an informed purchasing decision while ensuring the property was accurately insured for the future. This joined-up approach demonstrates JCA's ability to support education providers at every stage of their property portfolio, from acquisition and due diligence through to the ongoing management of their estate.