Tender

Chapel Repairs Ipswich Old Cemetery

IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

04 Aug 2025 at 08:14

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Tender

21 May 2025 at 10:46

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

In a recent procurement process, Ipswich Borough Council, a public authority in sub-central government located in Ipswich, United Kingdom, initiated the tender for "Chapel Repairs Ipswich Old Cemetery." The process falls within the "works" category, focusing on external repairs to a Grade II Non-Conformist Chapel. The procurement method is open competition, and the tender period is set to conclude on 27th June 2025. Scheduled from 22nd July to 21st September 2025, with the possibility of a three-month extension if needed, this project offers a budget of £35,000. While the tender cancellation was announced on 4th August 2025 due to budget constraints, the enquiry period was active until 20th June 2025.

This project represents an opportunity for organisations specialising in historical preservation and construction works, particularly those interested in heritage building repairs. It is tailored for SMEs and VCSEs in Suffolk, giving an advantage to local enterprises. The successful engagement in this contract could lead to enhanced recognition in the historic preservation sector and potential future collaborations within public authority projects. Additionally, the open competition nature ensures equitable access to all eligible businesses, promoting growth and regional business development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Chapel Repairs Ipswich Old Cemetery

Notice Description

External repairs to the Non-Conformist Chapel at Ipswich Old Cemetery.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051a48
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045479-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination 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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

45212361 - Church construction work

92522000 - Preservation services of historical sites and buildings

92522100 - Preservation services of historical sites

92522200 - Preservation services of historical buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£35,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
22 Jul 2025 - 21 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Cancelled

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@ipswich.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2DE
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)
Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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