Award

The New Conference & Exhibition Centre (with refurbishment) at the Winter Gardens Blackpool

BLACKPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

02 May 2017 at 14:29

TenderAmendment

02 May 2017 at 14:25

Tender

19 Dec 2016 at 10:38

Summary of the contracting process

Blackpool Borough Council has initiated a tender for the construction of a new Conference & Exhibition Centre and the refurbishment of existing structures at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool. The procurement process is classified as a selective procedure, having moved into the award stage, with a contract value estimated between £20 million and £25 million. The anticipated contract award date is April 2017, following the approval of grant funding, with site work scheduled to commence on 2nd October 2017. The project's location is within the North West region of England, and it falls under the construction industry category.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, particularly those with substantial experience in working on Grade II* listed, multi-functional buildings. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given their eligibility to compete. The complexity of the refurbishment works, which must be carried out while the venue remains operational, will require skilled contractors capable of demonstrating their expertise and track record to successfully meet the project's demands.

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Notice Title

The New Conference & Exhibition Centre (with refurbishment) at the Winter Gardens Blackpool

Notice Description

Blackpool Council wishes to appoint a Construction Partner to carry out the construction of a new Conference & Exhibition Centre & refurbishment / remodelling of parts of the existing buildings at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool. The works to the existing buildings will be required to be undertaken whilst the building is occupied & operational. Contractors must demonstrate substantial experience and track record of working on/with Grade II* listed, multi-functional buildings, it is also a requirement that any sub-contractors appointed demonstrate the same relevant experience. Funding for all works in the project are still to be attained. Blackpool Council have prepared & submitted bids for Coastal Communities Fund and the Growth Deal. Grant funding submissions were made on time, all funding bid criteria has been met. The remaining finance will be funded by the Council. It is anticipated that the funding package will be in place by April 2017 to coincide with the award of the Contract. Contract award anticipated as April 2017, start on site anticipated 2nd October 2017. Please note that Contract award is subject to successful allocation of grant funding. Additional information: Please direct all enquiries in the first instance via Blackpool Council's supplier portal 'The Chest'.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf2a5617-7cb5-4d69-9ed9-c2ecf56b447e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 May 20178 years ago
Contract Period
1 Oct 2017 - 26 Apr 2019 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLACKPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY1 1NA
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)

Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Talbot
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MCLAUGHLIN AND HARVEY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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