Tender

ESPH AB HBC Consultancy for Project Management of Hastings Castle and West Hill Cafe Development (ESPH665 TT)

HASTINGS BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Hastings Borough Council is seeking a project management team for the development of Hastings Castle and West Hill Café. This tender falls under the industry category of project management consultancy services (CPV 72224000), and is located in the North East region of the United Kingdom, specifically postal code TN34 3UY. The procurement process is in the 'Tender' stage, following an open procedure (below threshold). The tender was published on 29 October 2024 and will close on 22 November 2024 at 14:00. The contract will commence on 2 December 2024 and end on 31 March 2027. The project aims to transform Hastings Castle and the West Hill Café into major cultural destinations, including a café, restaurant, retail space, community space, and innovative visitor experiences.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for experienced project management consultancies capable of overseeing large-scale heritage and cultural development projects. Businesses with expertise in building operations, heritage conservation, and innovative interpretation techniques would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The successful bidder will work closely with Hastings Borough Council to ensure the project meets its objectives of creating a world-class heritage destination and enhancing the visitor experience. Additionally, although the tender is not tailored for SMEs or VCSEs, it offers a prestigious portfolio addition for established consultancies.

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Notice Title

ESPH AB HBC Consultancy for Project Management of Hastings Castle and West Hill Cafe Development (ESPH665 TT)

Notice Description

Hastings Borough Council seeks to appoint an experienced project management team to oversee the development of Hastings Castle and the West Hill Cafe project. This project involves the development, build, operation, and maintenance of the West Hill Cafe as an Interpretation Centre for Hastings Castle, alongside various refurbishments and improvements to enhance the Castle's status as a world-class heritage destination. The project manager will act on behalf of the Council ensuring best value is achieved and best practice is followed. The Hastings Town Fund supports the redevelopment of Hastings Castle and West Hill Cafe, aiming to transform them into a major cultural destination. The project includes a cafe, restaurant, retail space, community space, and new interpretation/visitor experiences. A new platform lift will ensure step-free access from the West Hill Lift top station. Development will integrate engaging and innovative interpretations techniques to enhance the visitor experience. The detailed specification for this contract is included in Appendix A. Additional information: This tender is being carried out via the South East Shared Portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sesharedservices/aspx/ProjectManage/38116). Should you have any queries on this tender, please raise them via the Portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b00151b0-6f43-4f90-a232-071809d889dc
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HASTINGS BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EAST SUSSEX
Postcode
TN34 3UY
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Hastings
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Hastings and Rye

Further Information

Notice Documents

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