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Tender

27 Jul 2021 at 18:14

Award

21 Jul 2021 at 15:25

TenderUpdate

18 Mar 2021 at 14:16

Summary of the contracting process

Swansea Council is currently seeking a principal contractor for the "Contract for the Palace Theatre Main Refurbishment Works," an important project aimed at redeveloping the historic Palace Theatre located on High Street, Swansea. This procurement process, classified under building construction work, is in the tender stage, with a crucial deadline for submissions extended to 4th June 2021. The project includes creating high-end office space for up to 130 staff within the Grade II listed building, which requires specific expertise in heritage conservation due to its historical features.

This tender presents significant opportunities for construction and heritage-focused businesses, particularly those with experience in refurbishing historical buildings. Companies that are adept at managing sensitive redevelopment projects and can deliver on community benefits aligned with the authority's social and environmental objectives will be well-positioned to compete. The involvement of the European Union and the Welsh Government in funding adds further viability, making this an attractive opportunity for those looking to expand their footprint in public sector tenders.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Contract for the Palace Theatre Main Refurbishment Works

Notice Description

Swansea Council are undertaking the redevelopment of the Palace Theatre located on High Street, Swansea, with an appointed multi-disciplinary Design team. The refurbishment of the Grade II listed building will create high-end office space for up to 130 office staff. The building consists of six floors and is currently in a state of disrepair, due to being vacant for a number of years. The building has a number of historical heritage features that will require recording, therefore Swansea Council are seeking a principle contractor with suitable heritage experience to undertake these works

Lot Information

Lot 1

Funding is being sought from the European Regional Development Fund and the Welsh Government, via the Welsh Government's Transforming Towns programme for the project. The building is owned by Swansea Council and is situated on its own surrounded by High Street, Bethesda Street and Prince of Wales Road. There is currently hoarding surrounding the building with a compound situated inside the hoarding on Bethesda Street. The Palace opened in 1892 and has been used as a theatre, pub, bingo hall, and more recently a nightclub. The Palace closed its doors to the public in 2006, and has been vacant ever since. Many famous faces have appeared on the stage at the Palace including Sir Anthony Hopkins and Charlie Chaplin. Swansea Council along with its appointed multi-disciplinary design team will be seeking a suitably experienced Principal Contractor, specifically of Heritage Buildings to undertake this sensitive redevelopment. Swansea Council are undertaking the redevelopment of the Palace Theatre located on High Street, Swansea, with an appointed multi-disciplinary Design team. The refurbishment of the Grade II listed building will create high-end office space for up to 130 office staff. The building consists of six floors and is currently in a state of disrepair, due to being vacant for a number of years. The building has a number of historical heritage features that will require recording, therefore Swansea Council are seeking a principle contractor with suitable heritage experience to undertake these works. Additional information: Swansea Council has an appointed Multi-Disciplinary Team to undertake Project Management, Cost Management, Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, and Structural Services. The MDT will be assisting Swansea Council on the procurement exercise

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0299f6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004741-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45210000 - Building construction work

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

45212353 - Palace construction work

45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings

45400000 - Building completion work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20215 years ago
Contract Period
17 May 2021 - 25 Jul 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
City & County of Swansea
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA1 3SN
Postcode Area
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL18 Swansea

Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

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