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Willowbed Hall Extension and Refurbishment, Chickerell Town Council

WESTERN DESIGN LIMITED

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05 Nov 2025 at 09:53

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Willowbed Hall Extension and Refurbishment, Chickerell Town Council" project, initiated by Chickerell Town Council through Western Design Limited, focuses on extensive construction work under CPV classification 45000000. Located in Chickerell, Dorset (postal code DT34AJ), the initiative involves the enhancement of a local community hall and council office, comprising internal reconfiguration and external extensions. Published on 5th September 2025, this tender is at the "Tender" stage, with an invitation to submit bids by 10 AM on 17th October 2025 to Western Design Architects. The open procedure adopted indicates a competitive environment aimed at ensuring cost-effective execution. The project, valued at £720,000, accommodates SMEs for participation, reflecting the buyer's emphasis on inclusive procurement practices.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for construction firms, particularly those experienced in community projects and public sector work. The scope for modifying internal space and constructing new facilities means businesses with expertise in both building interiors and new structures can find ample prospects to showcase their capabilities. Small and medium enterprises stand to benefit greatly from such public contracts due to the confirmed suitability preferences, allowing them to expand their portfolio and gain visibility within the public sector. Additionally, successful involvement in this project can pave the way for future tenders within the public domain, fostering long-term business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Willowbed Hall Extension and Refurbishment, Chickerell Town Council

Notice Description

The existing use of the site is a Local Community Hall and Chickerell Town Council Office. The proposed works include the reconfiguration of the internal layout of the existing Town Council offices to provide a registrar room and meeting room and erect a single storey extension adjoined to the west of the existing building to provide new Town Council office accommodation, storage areas and reduced sized commercial kitchen. In addition, new ramped access will be provided to all principal entrances alongside new landscaping, re-sited vehicular access and cycle store. The estimated project construction budget is PS705,000.00 Completed Invitation to Tender, Pre-Qualification Questionnaire and Priced Schedule of Works should be returned to Western Design Architects at m.witt@westerndesign.co.uk no later that 10am on Friday 17th October 2025. Deadline for Bidder Clarifications 30th September 2025 to be sent to m.witt@westerndesign.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b2e60b94-bf9b-4169-b3af-0f58fdb72f0f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90e6fdce-8bfa-4b37-a3a4-1ce9f3ad4a22
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£720,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Nov 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Nov 2025 - 10 May 2026 6-12 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
WESTERN DESIGN LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLANDFORD FORUM
Postcode
DT11 8JF
Postcode Area
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
Hill Forts & Upper Tarrants
Westminster Constituency
North Dorset

Further Information

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