Planning

Invitation to Submit Proposals Hope Gap Steps

SEAFORD TOWN COUNCIL

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Planning

28 Jan 2026 at 12:08

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Seaford Town Council is initiating a procurement process under the planning stage titled "Invitation to Submit Proposals Hope Gap Steps" within the engineering and construction works industry category. This initiative pertains to coastal-defence works located in the South East of the United Kingdom. The process invites proposals for the repair or replacement of the Hope Gap steps, focusing on long-term durability and resilience. Key milestones include the engagement end date on 16th February 2026, with submission deadlines for proposals also set for 16th February 2026, by 5:00pm. Potential suppliers are encouraged to attend site visits scheduled on the 3rd, 4th, and 11th of February to gain a better understanding of the project requirements and site constraints.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specializing in engineering, construction, and coastal-defence solutions. Companies experienced in managing eco-sensitive areas, regulatory compliance for structural works, and adaptation to coastal conditions will find this project particularly suitable. Given Seaford Town Council's emphasis on achieving best value, businesses capable of offering innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions stand to benefit. While this process focuses on option appraisals at present, successful contractors may position themselves advantageously for future construction procurement, subject to separate approvals under the Procurement Act 2023.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Submit Proposals Hope Gap Steps

Notice Description

Seaford Town Council are seeking expressions of interest and detailed proposals from suitably qualified and experienced contractors to design and cost options to repair or replace the Hope Gap steps, with the aim of returning them to safe public use. Due to the anticipated high costs of the project, proposals must focus on achieving best value over the full lifespan of the steps, taking into account durability, maintenance requirements and long-term resilience. Scope of Proposal Proposals should include, but not be limited to, the following: * Design and costed options for repair and/or replacement of the steps * Consideration of ecological and geological impacts * Identification of required permissions, consents and statutory approvals * A proposed methodology for undertaking the site works * A programme for delivery, including identification of the optimum times of year for construction * Where possible, suggested sources of external funding that may be available to support the works Site Constraints Tenderers should note that: * This stretch of coastline is classified as "No Active Intervention" within the Shoreline Management Plan * At high tide, waves frequently break at the base of the cliff * Any proposed solution must be capable of withstanding regular exposure to sea water * It is considered highly likely that some or all options may require additional coastal protection, such as a sea wall or similar measures. Proposals should therefore include the design and cost of such protection, where applicable Site Visits Seaford Town Council will be available to accompany site visits on the following dates: * Tuesday 3 February * Wednesday 4 February * Wednesday 11 February Submission Details * Deadline for submission: 5:00pm on Monday 16 February 2026 * Proposals should be submitted to: projectsandfacilities@seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk or posted to 37 Church Street, Seaford, BN25 1HG * Please note that all proposals and quotations received will be presented to Full Council for discussion and evaluation in due course, prior to any further decisions or actions being taken Seaford Town Council (STC) are seeking proposals and option appraisals only. STC is under no obligation to appoint any supplier, to select a preferred proposal, or to proceed to construction works. Any decision to progress to delivery, and any procurement of construction works, would be subject to separate approval and a separate procurement process in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eba17202-cf6b-46dd-9202-dd7f97e3d1c8
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

45243000 - Coastal-defence works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SEAFORD TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SEAFORD
Postcode
BN25 1HG
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Seaford Central
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Further Information

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