Planning

Conservation Repair Works - Former Post Office, Lowestoft

EAST SUFFOLK DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Planning

08 Sep 2021 at 08:30

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

East Suffolk District Council is currently undertaking the planning stage of a procurement process for the "Conservation Repair Works" at the Former Post Office located on London Road North, Lowestoft. The project aims to restore this Grade II Listed building, with expected work commencement in December 2021 and completion by the end of March 2022. The indicative budget for the project is set at £590,000, with a key milestone of engagement ending on 30th September 2021. Businesses interested in this tender can find early engagement documents published on Contracts Finder.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for specialist contractors experienced in conservation and restoration work, particularly those who have a strong background in projects involving listed buildings. Companies offering services in stone work repairs, roofing, and sustainable sourcing will find this procurement particularly suited to their capabilities. The involvement in this project not only allows for market expansion but also encourages local workforce engagement, which could enhance the bidders' competitive edge in the tendering process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Conservation Repair Works - Former Post Office, Lowestoft

Notice Description

East Suffolk Council wishes to procure the services of specialist and suitably experienced contractor/s to undertake conservation repair works to the exterior of the Grade II Listed Former Post Office, 51 London Road North, Lowestoft. A full schedule of requirements will be made available when the RFT is live October 2021, however an emerging list of works required include the following: * construction of scaffold around the listed building * repair and refurbishment of the existing windows to the Listed building (circa 44 windows at first and second floor. This element may form a separate contract with an earlier start than the main contract. To be confirmed.) * install new timber framed windows / doors at ground floor * repair and replacement of the existing roof tile, removing concrete tiles and replacing with Welsh slate * possible relocation of the existing access ramp, together with new steps and new metal railings * stone work repairs and some replacement - extent to be confirmed * appropriate cleaning of stone facade * repair and reinstatement of cast iron rainwater goods * installation of suitable bird protection measures - extent to be confirmed * Jetting out and CCTV survey of existing above ground rainwater goods Please note the works are required to commence on site beginning of December 2021 with all works to be completed by the end of March 2022. Tenderers need to be able to meet these timescales. Pass/fail - demonstration of suitable experience, at least two projects, within the last 3 years. Stone work repairs, roofing, work on Listed buildings. Specialist accreditations required? Pass / Fail - ability to undertake the project within the timeframes stipulated Quality - sustainability - location as a minimum - engaging the local workforce a bonus. Responsible sourcing of materials. Indicative project budget: PS590,000 We will be holding a 'Meet the Buyer' event on 30th September 2021 to discuss the project, provide networking opportunities and speak to the Project Team. If you would be interested in attending, please email jerene.irwin@chaplinfarrant.com to register your interest.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df9aba07-2cc7-47f0-b6d3-8905bfe95557
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45213000 - Construction work for commercial buildings, warehouses and industrial buildings, buildings relating to transport

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 2021Expired
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
EAST SUFFOLK DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LOWESTOFT
Postcode
NR33 0EQ
Post Town
Norwich
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
Kirkley & Pakefield
Westminster Constituency
Lowestoft

Further Information

Notice Documents

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