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Conversion of a former Bank to Library Hub

Launceston Town Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

02 Jul 2026 at 15:24

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Tender

13 Jun 2025 at 15:25

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Launceston Town Council initiated a procurement process for the conversion of a former bank into a Library Hub, located at 6 Broad Street, Launceston, Cornwall. The industry categories involved include construction, civil engineering, and building services, making it part of a broader works procurement. The project had reached the tender stage, with expressions of interest being collected until 11 July 2025, while the overall contract period was set from 17 September 2025 to 17 September 2027. However, as of 2 July 2026, the tender has been cancelled. The procurement process was open, inviting competitive bids under a sub-central government scheme.

This tender presented a broad opportunity for businesses involved in construction, engineering, architectural, and installation services. Particularly well-suited would have been those with a proven track record in building conversion and public consultation. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) had significant opportunities, as the criteria allowed for their participation. Although the tender has been cancelled, businesses with relevant capabilities should monitor for similar opportunities, as Launceston Town Council is likely to require these services in future tenders, given their commitment to civic improvements and infrastructure development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Conversion of a former Bank to Library Hub

Notice Description

Project Description Launceston Town Council purchased a former bank and is converting it to an in-town library hub. The initial stage of the project was completed earlier this year and now all necessary permissions and consents, are in place with Cornwall Council. This next stage is to move the project forward by undertaking the work as specified in the above-mentioned permissions. Information about these permissions may be found in the attached document. (Word/pdf) The new Library Hub is located in the former Barclays Bank, 6 Broad Street Launceston Cornwall PL15 8AF. This tender stage falls into 2 parts beginning with Expressions of Interest. The criteria for suppliers to progress to the full tender stage are contained within the attached document 'Phase 2 EOI(2) Launceston Library Hub'

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Whilst there is no anticipated extension, this is a complex project and unforeseen challenges may occur.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0548b9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062384-2026
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

51 - Installation services (except software)

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45300000 - Building installation work

45400000 - Building completion work

51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

51300000 - Installation services of communications equipment

51700000 - Installation services of fire protection equipment

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71300000 - Engineering services

71500000 - Construction-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,272,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,272,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Sep 2025 - 17 Sep 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Launceston Town Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LAUNCESTON
Postcode
PL15 7AR
Postcode Area
Plymouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Launceston South
Westminster Constituency
North Cornwall

Further Information

Notice Documents

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