Tender

Installation of Retractable Raked Seating System

DORCHESTER TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

16 Dec 2020 at 11:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Dorchester Town Council is seeking tenders for the installation of a retractable raked seating system in the Corn Exchange, Dorchester, as part of a facilities upgrade for performances. This project falls under the works category, with a budget estimated between £50,000 and £60,000. The open procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 11th January 2021. Interested bidders are required to adhere to specific structural standards and guidelines detailed in the tender document.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses in the manufacturing and installation of seating systems, particularly those specialising in theatre or auditorium furnishings. Companies with experience in bespoke seating solutions, upholstered products, and compliance with rigorous building standards will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in this project may also pave the way for future collaborations with public entities focused on facility enhancements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Installation of Retractable Raked Seating System

Notice Description

Raked seating Value of contract: PS50,000 - PS60,000 As part of an overall upgrade to the facilities for performances at the Municipal Buildings, Dorchester Town Council wishes to install a retractable raked seating system in the Corn Exchange. The specification would be to provide and install a high quality recessed system providing seating for a minimum of 144 audience members on the raked system itself, with options to provide further seating in front of the rake which can be used as required and stored separately when not needed. The system should provide upholstered individual seats (as opposed to bench seating), be power-operated and partial opening must be possible to allow flexible use of space. Costings for fascia panels, storage trolleys, rails and any other ancillary items must be included. Layout drawings and information on point and wheel loadings for the system should be supplied. Standards to be complied with: Structural standards and Design Guidelines: BS6399 Design loadings for buildings BS5950 Structural use of steelwork in buildings BS4360 Specifications of weldable structural steel EN 10147 Galvanised structural steel Steels to comply with: BS EN 10147 Grade S350GD+Z/ZF (390N/mm2) Front & rear beam sections Other components comply to one of following: BS EN 10025:1993-S275 BS EN 10219-1:1997 S355JsH BS 970 Part 3:1991 070M20 Upholstery fabric and foam comply with... BS EN 1021-1:2006 (cigarette) BS EN 1021-2:2006 (match) BS 5852: 2004 Section 4 Ignition Source 5 BS7176: 2007 Medium Hazard. The under structure is to consist of steel components, welded and/or bolted together. NB: columns to incorporate adjustable cantilevers. Fully welded system will not be considered. Guidance system is to be of all steel construction. Platform to platform interface to have nylon pads in row-to-row contact area, to minimise noise when the unit is partially loaded. Contact with building floor to be with hard polyurethane tyre nylon wheels, with needle roller bearings, minimum 4 per column. Guarantee period for retractable unit must be minimum of 10 years. If you are interested in tendering for this project please complete the Expression of Interest form. Any queries please contact Mark Tattersall, Artistic Director at Dorchester Arts T: 07875 634173 Email: mark@dorchesterarts.org.uk Additional information: If you are interested in this contract please download and complete the expression of interest form and return it to Mark Tattersall, Artistic Director, Dorchester Arts T:- 07875 634173 Email:- mark@dorchesterarts.org.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee845953-b383-46fd-8fa6-c222f4d6224e
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

CPV Codes

39111200 - Theatre seats

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jul 2021 - 10 Sep 2021 1-6 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
DORCHESTER TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DORCHESTER
Postcode
DT1 1JF
Post Town
Dorchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK64 Dorset
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Dorchester West
Westminster Constituency
West Dorset

Further Information

Notice Documents

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