Summary of the contracting process

Cambridge City Council is planning a significant public procurement process to revitalise the Civic Quarter in central Cambridge. This tender, titled "Cambridge City Council - Civic Quarter Development (Expression of Interest)," falls under the industry category of construction work. The procurement process is currently at the planning stage, with an open tender anticipated to commence in January 2025. Key dates include a supplier event expected in mid-January ahead of the full tender launch. The project involves the refurbishment of the Grade II listed Guildhall and Corn Exchange, as well as the transformation of the Market Square and surrounding public areas. The tender process will be conducted on a two-stage design and build basis, beginning at RIBA stage 3 design and progressing through planning and listed building consents.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses skilled in large-scale construction and refurbishment projects. Firms experienced in working with listed buildings and complex urban developments would be well-suited to compete. The winning contractor will collaborate closely with Cambridge City Council and the design team under a Pre-Contract Services Agreement, ensuring a partnership approach to achieving the Council's ambitious transformation goals. Engaging in this tender allows businesses to establish a significant foothold in one of Cambridge's prominent public domains, potentially leading to further opportunities within the region.

Planning

Cambridge City Council - Civic Quarter Development (Expression of Interest)

CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

20th December 2024 15:59:15 PM
Contract Summary

Cambridge City Council has set ambitious aspirations for the improvement and transformation of its Civic Quarter in central Cambridge and are proposing to conduct an open tender in January 2025 to identify a Main Contractor as construction partner for the delivery of the projects. The Civic Quarter comprises 3no. schemes including the refurbishment of the Grade II listed Guildhall as the main civic and office space for the Council, the refurbishment of the Grade II listed Corn Exchange and the implementation of an updated vision for the Market Square and surrounding public realm. Tender submissions will be invited on a two-stage design and build basis. The projects are at the start of RIBA stage 3 design, and the contractor will be expected to work with the Council and design team through to a planning submission via a Pre-Contract Services Agreement ahead of entering into a build contract following planning consent and listed building consent being granted. If you are interested in this opportunity, please confirm your interest via email/message through ProActis, providing the name and email address of your organisation's primary contact. We anticipate holding a supplier event in mid-January ahead of the tender launch, with further details to be shared in the New Year.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-04cc50

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

N/A

Procurement Method Details

N/A

Procurement Category

Works

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

45000000

CPV Division(s)

45 - Construction work
Awarding Authority

CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Mr Jonathan Loneza

Buyer Email

jonathan.loneza@cambridge.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 1223457107

Buyer Address

Cambridge City Council, Guildhall

Cambridge

CB2 3QJ

United Kingdom

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Cambridge City Council - Civic Quarter Development (Expression of Interest)

CAMBRIDGE CITY COUNCIL

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