Tender

ESPH SB De La Warr Pavilion - Forestage Elevator (ESPH703)

ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

08 May 2025 at 15:46

Summary of the contracting process

Rother District Council is initiating a tender process titled "ESPH SB De La Warr Pavilion - Forestage Elevator (ESPH703)" for the design and supply of a new forestage elevator at the De La Warr Pavilion, a Grade I listed venue in Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex. This procurement falls under the category of works related to "Stage construction works" and "Lift installation work," with an estimated value of £120,000 gross. The procurement method is an open competition below the threshold, and the process is currently in the tender stage. Key dates include the end of the enquiry period on 21st May 2025 and the closing date for tender submissions on 5th June 2025. The successful contract is set to commence on 14th July 2025 and conclude on 31st January 2026.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in mechanical and stage construction works, particularly those who can offer quality solutions that meet the refurbishment needs of historic buildings. SMEs are especially encouraged to partake, given the open competition format, which allows businesses to showcase their capabilities in delivering high-quality and cost-effective solutions. With an award criteria evenly balanced at 50% quality and 50% cost, firms with experience in similar projects and a strategic approach to pricing stand a good chance of competing successfully. Interested parties can obtain further details and submit their tenders electronically via the specified e-sourcing platform.

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Notice Title

ESPH SB De La Warr Pavilion - Forestage Elevator (ESPH703)

Notice Description

Rother District Council ('the Council') are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Contractor for the design and supply of a new forestage elevator (often referred to as the 'piano lift') at the De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill, East Sussex. The De La Warr Pavilion is a Grade I listed arts and music venue, constructed in 1935. It is currently undergoing a refurbishment programme, a part of which is the supply and installation of a new forestage elevator. Full information on the Council requirements are included in the tender documentation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050f32
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019862-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

42416120 - Goods lifts

42416130 - Mechanical lifts

45237000 - Stage construction works

45313100 - Lift installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Jul 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Stephen Bottomley
Contact Email
procurement@rother.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BEXHILL-ON-SEA
Postcode
TN39 3JX
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ22 East Sussex CC

Local Authority
Rother
Electoral Ward
Bexhill Central
Westminster Constituency
Bexhill and Battle

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