Award

Provision of Structural Engineering Advice & Services for the Maintenance & Refurbishment of the Blackpool Tower Steel Structure.

BLACKPOOL COUNCIL

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21 Sep 2017 at 14:03

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TenderAmendment

26 Apr 2017 at 14:49

Tender Notice
Tender

24 Mar 2017 at 18:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Blackpool Council is inviting tenders for the provision of structural engineering advice and services specifically focused on the maintenance and refurbishment of the Blackpool Tower steel structure. This procurement process is currently in the Award stage, with the contract valued at £180,000, awarded to Ove Arup & Partners Ltd. The tender period ended on 30th May 2017, while the contract period extends from 1st September 2017 to 1st September 2019. The opportunity falls under the services category, specifically technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services, within the North West region of England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in structural engineering and consultancy to expand their portfolio and gain a prestigious contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the buyer has expressed a preference for working with these types of organisations. Companies with expertise in structural inspections, maintenance strategies, and historical fabric management will be well-suited to compete for this project, ensuring the integrity and longevity of the iconic Blackpool Tower.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Structural Engineering Advice & Services for the Maintenance & Refurbishment of the Blackpool Tower Steel Structure.

Notice Description

Blackpool Council requires professional services to provide Structural inspections and advice and supervision for the continuing maintenance and refurbishment of the listed Tower steel structure. The Council is seeking a Structural Engineering Consultant that will be able to carry out structural inspections and surveys of the existing steel structure, provide guidance and deliver works in relation to the listed and historic fabric. These services will range from advisory and feasibility work through to a full design and supervisory service. The contract of engagement will be the NEC3 professional services. In regards to the scope of works to be completed within this contract, there are 4 main areas which need to be considered. These are as follows: 1. Site visits to inspect the full tower via various access points every 6 months. 2. Yearly review of the Tower main legs using CCTV Cameras fed down the internal legs and via rope access. 3. Supervision of the works that were omitted from the original Blackpool Tower Painting contract. 4. Identification of Future work required.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a9766f69-683f-4137-add6-792b0ad811b1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d778d042-cdf1-4153-ab5a-8bb1f1f225f6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Sep 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 May 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Aug 20178 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2017 - 1 Sep 2019 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLACKPOOL 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

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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