Tender

The Parade Public Toilets Refurbishment

COWES TOWN COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

04 Feb 2026 at 12:36

Tender

16 Jan 2026 at 14:24

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Cowes Town Council for the refurbishment of The Parade Public Toilets in Cowes, Isle of Wight, has reached the tender update stage. This project falls under the building construction and installation industry category and is located in the UKJ34 region. The procurement method chosen is an open competition, categorised as "Below threshold". As per the recent amendment, the deadline for tender submissions has been extended to 12:00 noon on 16th February 2026, while the enquiry period closes on 13th February 2026. The works required include internal refurbishment, plumbing and electrical tasks, and general maintenance, with a project value estimated at £96,000.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for building contractors with relevant experience in refurbishment, especially those classified as SMEs in the Hampshire area as the project includes reserved participation for such enterprises. Given the contract's focus on technical skills, past performance, and resources, businesses with proven experience in similar works are well-positioned to compete. The weighted award criteria place emphasis on price (25%), along with experience, technical skills, and resources (each 20%), offering a well-rounded opportunity for firms equipped to deliver on these crucial aspects. This initiative not only allows for business expansion in the Isle of Wight region but also supports local enterprises through SME-focused participation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Parade Public Toilets Refurbishment

Notice Description

Cowes Town Council wish to invite suitably experienced building contractors wishing to tender for the refurbishment of The Parade Public Toilets, Cowes, Isle of Wight. Works include internal refurbishment, plumbing and electrical works and general maintenance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0607c2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009949-2026
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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

45300000 - Building installation work

45400000 - Building completion work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Feb 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Feb 2026 - 3 Apr 2026 1-6 months
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
COWES TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Patrick Jolin
Contact Email
townclerk@cowestowncouncil.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
COWES
Postcode
PO31 8AZ
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ34 Isle of Wight
Delivery Location
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Isle of Wight
Electoral Ward
Cowes North
Westminster Constituency
Isle of Wight West

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