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NSDC-1525 Refurbishment of Palace Theatre for Newark and Sherwood District Council

NEWARK AND SHERWOOD DISTRICT COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

16 Oct 2025 at 13:28

Award

08 Jul 2025 at 15:23

TenderUpdate

25 Apr 2025 at 13:36

Tender

25 Apr 2025 at 13:25

Summary of the contracting process

The Newark And Sherwood District Council has completed the procurement process for the refurbishment of Palace Theatre located in Newark, Nottinghamshire (NG21 1JY). The open competition tender, identified as NSDC-1525, sought bids for various refurbishment works including flooring, painting, scaffolding, and security upgrades, all detailed within the specification documents. These works are set to be executed during the quiet summer period and are scheduled to commence in July 2025, aiming for completion by mid-September 2025. The procurement process concluded with the contract being awarded on 16 October 2025, following the procurement method of below threshold open competition.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specializing in construction and refurbishment projects. With the main procurement category being works, the contract has been awarded to BELL GROUP LTD. This project is highly suited for businesses capable of managing comprehensive refurbishment tasks and delivering under tight deadlines. The estimated budget ranged between £80,000 to £150,000, making it a lucrative opportunity for mid-sized enterprises looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector refurbishment space. The focus on both internal and external theatre refurbishments allows for varied expertise in architectural enhancements, ensuring broad sector engagement.

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Notice Title

NSDC-1525 Refurbishment of Palace Theatre for Newark and Sherwood District Council

Notice Description

The Council wishes to invite tenders for the supply of works in respect of refurbishment of Palace Theatre Newark, Notts NG21 1JY. The works consist of flooring, painting, scaffolding, joinery repairs, security upgrades to doors, new and refurbishment of handrails. Works are both internal and external The aims of this contract are: To deliver within the summer quiet period of the Theatre all of the refurbishments for 2025 planned maintenance program. Further information on the requirement and relevant performance standards are available within the Specification. (Clients Requirements Document) and individual site drawings. The anticipated works will commence in July with all works to be completed by mid-September 2025.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Work is expected to be completed by Mid September 2025 however there is a potential option to extend by a further 6 months if authority requires.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0507ba
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065940-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£134,494 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£134,494 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 May 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
3 Aug 2025 - 3 Aug 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWARK AND SHERWOOD DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

WELLAND PROCUREMENT

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
wellandprocurement@melton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWARK
Postcode
NG24 1BY
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire

Local Authority
Melton
Electoral Ward
Melton Warwick
Westminster Constituency
Melton and Syston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BELL GROUP

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