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HAR6019 The demolition of the existing St George's Leisure Centre and other associated structures; and the completion of design and construction of a new build leisure facility and an 8-storey residential building delivering 29 new homes; with associated landscaping and public realm improvements.

THE LONDON BOROUGH OF TOWER HAMLETS

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13 Jan 2025 at 22:43

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Tower Hamlets is initiating a procurement process for a principal contractor to undertake the demolition of the existing St George’s Leisure Centre and associated structures, followed by the design and construction of a new state-of-the-art leisure facility and an 8-storey residential building providing 29 new affordable homes. The project, located in Tower Hamlets within the St George in the East Conservation Area, also includes landscaping and public realm improvements. With a contract value of £55,000,000, this tender is in the 'works' category, focusing on the construction of leisure facilities. The procurement method being used is the restricted procedure, and the tender period will close on 22 April 2025, with the contract expected to run from 25 May 2025 to 18 December 2028.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for construction firms specialising in large-scale demolition and mixed-use development projects. Companies with experience in similar urban regeneration projects, especially within conservation areas, will be well-suited to compete. The emphasis on both quality and social value alongside price provides a balanced opportunity for businesses that can deliver both high standards of construction and community benefits. The project offers potential for growth through long-term engagement with the London Borough of Tower Hamlets and showcases the contractor's ability to manage complex projects, contributing to urban improvement and residential housing solutions.

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Notice Title

HAR6019 The demolition of the existing St George's Leisure Centre and other associated structures; and the completion of design and construction of a new build leisure facility and an 8-storey residential building delivering 29 new homes; with associated landscaping and public realm improvements.

Notice Description

Procurement for a Principal Contractor to demolish the existing St George's Leisure Centre and other associated structures; and to complete a PCSA (in a two-stage D&B contract) for RIBA Stage 4 design for two new buildings for the site: a state-of-the-art leisure facility (with wet and dry leisure facilities, including a 25m swimming pool); and an 8-storey residential building delivering 29 new affordable rent homes. The project also includes associated landscaping and public realm improvements to St George's Gardens and the surroundings of the proposed new buildings. Both the leisure facilities and residential accommodation will be owned and managed by the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. The building is situated in the St George in the East Conservation Area, on The Highway A1203 (a TfL Red Route). The site is in proximity to the Grade I Listed Church of St George in the East and other Listed structures. The existing St George's Leisure Centre, which is proposed for demolition, comprises of two components: a two-storey block to the east which houses administration, changing facilities, and the training pool; and a four-storey block which accommodates the 33.3m swimming pool. A further single storey ancillary block is located to the west. An 18-space car park at ground level wraps around the existing leisure centre.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Procurement for a Principal Contractor to demolish the existing St George's Leisure Centre and other associated structures; and to complete a PCSA (in a two-stage D&B contract) for RIBA Stage 4 design for two new buildings for the site: a state-of-the-art leisure facility (with wet and dry leisure facilities, including a 25m swimming pool); and an 8-storey residential building delivering 29 new affordable rent homes. The project also includes associated landscaping and public realm improvements to St George's Gardens and the surroundings of the proposed new buildings. Both the leisure facilities and residential accommodation will be owned and managed by the London Borough of Tower Hamlets.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04cfb9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001109-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45211340 - Multi-dwelling buildings construction work

45212100 - Construction work of leisure facilities

45212110 - Leisure centre construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£55,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 May 2025 - 18 Dec 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE LONDON BOROUGH OF TOWER HAMLETS
Contact Name
Mr Darren Judge
Contact Email
darren.judge@towerhamlets.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2073645000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E1 1BJ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
TLI42 Tower Hamlets

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Whitechapel
Westminster Constituency
Bethnal Green and Stepney

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