Tender

CS6087 - Stephen Hawking's Hydrotherapy Pool Replacement

TOWER HAMLETS

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

15 Apr 2025 at 14:37

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

14 Mar 2025 at 15:52

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Tower Hamlets (LBTH) is inviting tenders for the replacement of Stephen Hawking's Hydrotherapy Pool at a school in London for severely disabled children. This procurement falls under the construction industry, specifically for buildings related to leisure and sports. The tender process is currently at the planning stage, with key dates such as the deadline for written feedback on the project by 11th April 2025, and the end date for the tender submission period on 20th May 2025. Site visits to better understand the project requirements are scheduled for late March 2025. The tender documents are accessible free of charge online. This contract, valued at £476,000, with a gross value of £571,200, involves open competition and will adhere to the Procurement Act 2023.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for construction firms, particularly those specialising in leisure and sports facilities. Companies experienced in working with sensitive therapeutic environments will be well-suited to compete, showcasing their capability to handle projects involving detailed structural surveys, integrity testing, and the reconfiguration of plant room equipment. SMEs are encouraged to participate, as the project includes upgrades to sensory equipment, lighting, and heating systems, making it ideal for firms with specialism in mechanical and electrical installations. The successful bidder will have the chance to establish a strong relationship with LBTH and increase their portfolio of government contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CS6087 - Stephen Hawking's Hydrotherapy Pool Replacement

Notice Description

The London Borough of Tower Hamlets (LBTH) Council is undertaking a formal tender process for the complete replacement of a hydrotherapy pool at a school for severely disabled children. The goal of this project is to deliver a modern, fully accessible, hydrotherapy pool that will effectively support the therapeutic needs of the students. This project involves the complete replacement of the hydrotherapy pool, addressing issues such as leaks and the current condition of the pool. A detailed structural survey will be required during the works, along with associated integrity testing. The design will prioritise ease of access for ongoing maintenance to ensure long-term operational efficiency and to reduce costs throughout the asset's lifecycle. The scope of the project also includes the installation of new systems and upgrades to existing systems, including lighting, sensory equipment, underwater lighting, ventilation, heating, and drainage, to enhance functionality and improve reliability. The pool area will be fully redecorated to improve its appearance while considering the environmental humidity. Furthermore, the project will involve the complete replacement and reconfiguration of all plant room equipment, along with the associated mechanical and electrical plant and equipment. All tender documents are available free of charge at https://www.londontenders.org/ The Council reserve the right not to award any contract pursuant to this procurement exercise and/or to abandon this procurement exercise at any time and/or to award a contract for part of the services at it's sole discretion. The Council shall have no liability whatsoever to any applicant or tenderer as a result of its exercise of that discretion. For the avoidance of doubt, all costs incurred by any applicant and/or tenderer before signature of any contract with the Council shall be incurred entirely at that applicant's/tenderer's risk. The Council will observe a stand still period following the award of the contract and conduct itself in respect of any appeals in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023

Planning Information

Site Visits To facilitate a better understanding of the site conditions and project requirements, site visits can be arranged upon request. These visits will provide an opportunity for interested parties to assess: • Access and logistical constraints • Existing infrastructure and necessary modifications • Space constraints and design considerations. The Client Project Manager and a representative from the school will be in attendance at all site Interested suppliers should register their interest in site visits via the messaging function on the London Tenders Portal with preferred dates. Dates available are as follows: • 18th March • 20th March • 25th March • 27th March. Written Feedback Participants are encouraged to submit written feedback on key project considerations, including: • Preferred construction methodologies • Challenges and potential mitigation strategies • Estimated timeframes for delivery Responses should be sent via the messaging function on the London Tenders Portal by 11th April 2025. Next Steps Following the market engagement process, feedback will be assessed. The procurement process will follow LBTH Council’s standard procedures, ensuring transparency and fair competition.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ed7a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015317-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£476,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£476,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Apr 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TOWER HAMLETS
Additional Buyers

LONDON BOROUGH OF TOWER HAMLETS

Contact Name
Ms Kelly Kerr
Contact Email
kelly.kerr@towerhamlets.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 244778066

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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