Tender

BPA Capital Programme BP1

BRITTEN PEARS ARTS

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TenderAmendment

20 Mar 2025 at 11:54

TenderAmendment

19 Mar 2025 at 09:03

TenderAmendment

14 Mar 2025 at 12:24

Tender

12 Mar 2025 at 08:35

Planning

12 Mar 2025 at 08:31

Summary of the contracting process

Britten Pears Arts is in the tender stage of its BPA Capital Programme BP1, seeking a Principal Contractor for a comprehensive internal refurbishment of the Britten Pears Building in Saxmundham, IP17 1SP. The works, valued at £2,100,000, include new mechanical and electrical services, new access amenities, thermal upgrades, and extensive landscaping changes to enhance accessibility. The procurement follows a two-stage flexible competitive tender process, with the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) submission deadline set for 7th April 2025, and the formal tender phase expected to commence around 22nd April 2025. The contract period is anticipated from 11th August 2025 to 4th May 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs skilled in large-scale refurbishment and construction, as well as those who can adhere to rigorous ecological standards. Companies capable of managing detailed technological installations and accessibility improvements will find this project particularly fitting. The selection process, anticipated to shortlist between four to six contractors, will prioritise those with robust track records in similar works, fostering a competitive environment conducive to high-quality submissions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BPA Capital Programme BP1

Notice Description

Britten Pears Building (BP1) Full internal refurbishment including new mechanical and electrical services, new toilets and refurbished windows, excluding the Trask Cafe and Kitchen finishes. Construction of a new lift tower to enable enhanced access to upper floors, facilitated by partial wall and roof removal. Removal of the existing and installation of a new repositioned sprinkler tank in the service yard between the Britten Pears Building and the Concert Hall. General access improvements, including a new entrance ramp and passenger and equipment lift to all floors and the replacement and automation of the entrance doors. Conversion of the first floor practice rooms to provide seven larger multifunction studios/break out spaces. Creation of an accessible top floor multi-purpose activity space, created through internal reconfiguration of the Cranbrook Room. Thermal upgrades to fabric to reduce energy consumption. Transformation of the Peter Pears Recital room into flexible studio and refurbishment of its bleacher seating. Removal of the old technical room to create accessible seating areas. New lighting system, sound and video infrastructure including permanent lighting and AV control position. New wheelchair positions to the upper level and improved wheelchair access to the lower level. Installation of a backstage Technical AV infrastructure throughout the building. External soft and hard landscaping alterations including steps and ramps and car park resurfacing to enable the provision of 3 blue badge parking bays. Works to be carried out in accordance with ecological requirements, including a Reasonable Avoidance Measures (RAMs) Method Statement and Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP). Carpark and Landscaping (FLD2) This scope is split into three parts, and will include surface upgrades with resin bound gravel and parking bay markings to allow the provision of Blue Badge spaces, with associated lighting improvements. Upgrades will be to the following areas: North car parks, including the Craft Shop and pond-side car parks to North West of the Concert Hall South car park, the Paddock car park to the South East of the Britten Pears Building BPA is seeking a Principal Contractor to complete the above works. The procurement of the works will follow a two stage flexible competitive tender process consisting of the following: - Stage 1: Selection Questionnaire (PQQ), issued on the Central Digital Platform - Stage 2: Tender, issued to successful contractors following Stage 1. Additional information: Tender clarification Nr 1 Q1. We would be very interested in tendering for the Britten Pears Art project. However, given the size and scope of works, we were hoping for an extension of the submission's deadline from the 7th April to the middle of April. This additional time would allow us to price all aspects of the works accurately and ensure a comprehensive submission. A1. The submission deadline of 7th April is the Pre Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) process and does not need pricing of works. The date set reflects the need to conclude the PQQ in a timely manner to allow a formal tender process to commence on or around 22nd April. On the basis of the above an extension will not be able to be granted and the submission timeline for the PQQ remains as 7th April 2025. Tender clarification Nr 2 Q1. We are interested in tendering this scheme, following the SW process can you advise how many tenderers will be selected to tender this scheme? A1. We would anticipate a minimum of 4nr contractors and a maximum of 6nr would be taken forward for tendering, all subject to suitably qualified PQQ submissions being received. Tender Clarification Nr 3 Q1. We have downloaded the documents for the Britten Pears Arts Facility PQQ. We note on the Contracts Finder portal the PQQ return is Monday 7th April@5pm via the App Box link, however the PQQ document says to return at 3pm via email to yourself and Michael. Can you please clarify which time and method we are to use to submit? A1. All completed PQQ and associated documents should be uploaded to the BOX link provided before the closing time of 5pm on 7th April. No emails should be sent directly to BPA or Gardiners.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-212af94d-27dc-4b78-a8c1-bfc6a5805920
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10a1e261-b645-4b72-85b9-d8cd927998d9
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
11 Mar 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Aug 2025 - 4 May 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITTEN PEARS ARTS
Contact Name
Ken Baines
Contact Email
kbaines@brittenpearsarts.org
Contact Phone
07970161832

Buyer Location

Locality
SAXMUNDHAM
Postcode
IP17 1SP
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Rendlesham & Orford
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

Further Information

Notice Documents

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