Tender

TC1086 - Framework for Heritage Furniture Restoration in relation to the Our Town Hall Project

MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

15 Mar 2022 at 14:36

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Manchester City Council is actively seeking high-quality conservators and restorers for the "TC1086 - Framework for Heritage Furniture Restoration" in relation to the Our Town Hall Project. This endeavour aims to refurbish the historic Manchester Town Hall, ensuring it can accommodate more visitors. The open tender process will run until 11am on 13 April 2022, and the contract is set to commence on 1 June 2022, concluding on 30 November 2024. This procurement falls under the miscellaneous repair and maintenance services category and is situated in England, with an allocated budget of £490,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in furniture restoration, particularly those experienced with Victorian-era items. Companies with a proven track record in collaborative restoration efforts and robust environmental controls are well-suited to compete. The framework includes two lots focused on furniture restoration with and without upholstery, attracting firms that can demonstrate a commitment to high-quality workmanship and adherence to industry guidelines. This initiative not only allows businesses to engage in meaningful heritage preservation but also expands their portfolio through association with an iconic cultural project.

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Notice Title

TC1086 - Framework for Heritage Furniture Restoration in relation to the Our Town Hall Project

Notice Description

Manchester City Council has embarked on an ambitious refurbishment and restoration scheme (the Our Town Hall Project) to revive the crown jewel of the City, Manchester Town Hall. As part of the plans for the refurbished Town Hall, we will be opening the building up to more visitors, to explore the architecture and history of the building and share in the story of the Town Hall. We are now looking to appoint high quality furniture Conservators and Restorers onto a specialist Heritage Furniture Restoration Framework to work on various items from the Town Hall Collection. The furniture collection consists of many original items designed by the building's Architect, Alfred Waterhouse alongside other Victorian era furniture and some more modern additions. Much of the original furniture has been in use since the building opened in 1877 and is in varying states of repair. In order to bring the furniture back into use we will be establishing a framework consisting of two Lots: Furniture Restoration without Upholstery and Furniture Restoration with Upholstery and the framework is set to run from early Summer 2022 to early 2024. We are seeking Conservators and Restorers who Have a proven track record of working with Victorian furniture Will work collaboratively with other specialists on the framework to ensure a consistency of approach Work to guidelines produced by an expert consultant Work to deadlines Keep detailed records of the work that has been undertaken Have a workshop or studio with appropriate insurance coverage, environmental control, health and safety, security systems and emergency response Additional information: The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk. Applicants will need to electronically submit their completed tender documents, including online questionnaire, via the on-line portal by 11am on 13 April 2022

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a06285ec-fb44-4a2e-8708-9bb6c471a880
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1faf70df-542f-4c24-bf68-2acca5a874f1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50800000 - Miscellaneous repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£490,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2022 - 30 Nov 2024 2-3 years
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
MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M60 2LA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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