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Royal Victoria Place Shopping Centre - Structural Engineer Advisor

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

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23 Jul 2025 at 18:27

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Tunbridge Wells Borough Council is seeking a Structural Engineer Advisor for the Royal Victoria Place Shopping Centre in Royal Tunbridge Wells. Operating in the engineering and construction consultancy sector, this initiative is part of a feasibility study following the council's acquisition of the shopping centre's long leasehold in October 2023. The process employs an open procurement method, allowing potential tenderers to register their interest and access necessary documents via the Kent Business Portal. Interested parties should note the deadline for tender submissions is 27 August 2025, with enquiries closing on 20 August 2025. The contract for this essential advisory role is intended to start on 1 October 2025 and run until the end of 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in structural engineering and construction consultancy services, particularly those eager to expand within public-sector projects. SMEs and larger firms with expertise in engineering design and planning can seize a chance to contribute to a pivotal project that impacts local infrastructure and economic development. The involvement as a Structural Engineer Advisor in a high-profile project underlines the potential for gaining substantial professional exposure and experience in sub-central government engagements. Businesses with proven technical and economic capabilities are especially well-suited for successful participation in this procurement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Royal Victoria Place Shopping Centre - Structural Engineer Advisor

Notice Description

Tunbridge Wells Borough Council (TWBC) acquired the long leasehold interest of the Royal Victoria Place Shopping Centre (RVP) in Royal Tunbridge Wells in October 2023. TWBC has appointed RivingtonHark as Development Manager to coordinate a feasibility study of the centre which will be reported to council members in July 2025. In order to achieve the desired programme identified below, which is to report planning consent and RIBA Stage 3 design and cost plan on the subject sites by October 2026, TWBC is procuring a design and planning team who, will be available for appointment immediately subject full council approval in July. This appointment relates to the Structural Engineer Advisor.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0564f9
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042544-2025
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71300000 - Engineering services

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2025 - 31 Dec 2027 2-3 years
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
Tunbridge Wells Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ROYAL TUNBRIDGE WELLS
Postcode
TN1 1RS
Postcode Area
Tonbridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ46 West Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ46 West Kent
Local Authority
Tunbridge Wells
Electoral Ward
Park
Westminster Constituency
Tunbridge Wells

Further Information

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