Andrew TC Smith
Head of Public Sector Advisory, UK • United Kingdom
Andrew TC Smith
Head of Public Sector Advisory, UK • United Kingdom
Andrew heads the Public Sector Advisory Team across the UK, which forms part of the UK Specialist Markets Division. Over the last 25 years Andrew has built a team which advises public bodies on the alignment of their property resources to meet their business needs.
The team’s main focus is on the development and implementation of strategies for central government departments, local authorities, universities and health trusts. Andrew is an expert on public: private transactions and innovative funding structures, including: PFI, PPP, PDS together with traditional routes; also, OJEU procurement and project delivery.
Recent projects have included: procurement of DBFO Partnerships for delivery of c. 3,400 student bed-spaces; advice on termination / expiry of PFI projects across government; advice on DBFO structures for key worker and extra care accommodation; and advice to local authority on development /alignment of commercial and operational portfolios.
Specialist Sectors
Data Centres
As the digital economy continues to expand, the data centres supporting its growth are racing to keep pace with demand.
Life Sciences Real Estate Services
Energy and Infrastructure
The total value of the energy and infrastructure sectors is larger than the whole of UK commercial property, with investment into infrastructure assets forecast* to hit £600bn over the next 10 years. *Infrastructure Projects Authority
Automotive and Roadside Property
Automotive dealerships, fuel and roadside properties often create real estate opportunities that require a tailored approach. Whether you’re an owner, operator or investor, Cushman & Wakefield’s knowledge of the roadside sector can help you find the right solution – whatever the challenge is.
Student Accommodation
The student accommodation sector presents many opportunities for universities, investors, developers, operators and public bodies alike. With data-driven insights and expertise at a local, national and global level, our team are best placed to provide the advice and support you need in this market.
Self Storage
The Self Storage industry is growing at unprecedented rates around the world, making now the perfect time to be investing in self storage facilities. Our expertise and track record in advising clients on Self Storage, and our methodology for appraising its value, is the industry standard – and has been for decades.
Seniors Housing
Equity, Debt & Structured Finance
In an increasingly competitive and complex environment for real estate investment, financing structures and deal terms that maximise value are more important than ever. With deep domain expertise in financing and a strong track record of completing transactions at exceptional terms, Cushman & Wakefield can help you find the right solution.
Project Development
Whether you’re an occupier or investor in real estate, working on a single asset or across an international portfolio, we’re ideally placed to support you with a comprehensive range of Project & Development Services.
Residential - Capital Markets
Business Rates
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