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Invitation to Submit Proposals Hope Gap Steps

Seaford Town Council

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28 Jan 2026 at 12:09

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Seaford Town Council has initiated a procurement process seeking proposals for the repair or replacement of the Hope Gap steps, focusing on ensuring their safe public use. Classified under engineering and construction works with a sub-category in coastal-defence, this tender involves a competitive, selective procurement method, inviting experienced contractors to submit proposals. Proposals should demonstrate a comprehensive design and cost analysis, considering ecological impacts and required consents. Site visits are scheduled for early February, with the deadline for submissions set for 16th February 2026. This project is located on the UK's south coast, with the main procurement phase currently in the tender stage.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses skilled in civil engineering, particularly those experienced in coastal and high-risk environments. The procurement process is structured to prioritise whole-life value and robustness, encouraging submissions from contractors who can offer sustainable and innovative solutions. With a projected value of £20,000 to £24,000, it offers a noteworthy growth opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can navigate complex environmental and geological challenges, reinforcing their market position in coastal construction projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Submit Proposals Hope Gap Steps

Notice Description

Seaford Town Council are seeking expressions of interest and detailed proposals from suitably qualified and experienced contractors to design and cost options to repair or replace the Hope Gap steps, with the aim of returning them to safe public use. Due to the anticipated high costs of the project, proposals must focus on achieving best value over the full lifespan of the steps, taking into account durability, maintenance requirements and long-term resilience. Scope of Proposal Proposals should include, but not be limited to, the following: * Design and costed options for repair and/or replacement of the steps * Consideration of ecological and geological impacts * Identification of required permissions, consents and statutory approvals * A proposed methodology for undertaking the site works * A programme for delivery, including identification of the optimum times of year for construction * Where possible, suggested sources of external funding that may be available to support the works Site Constraints Tenderers should note that: * This stretch of coastline is classified as "No Active Intervention" within the Shoreline Management Plan * At high tide, waves frequently break at the base of the cliff * Any proposed solution must be capable of withstanding regular exposure to sea water * It is considered highly likely that some or all options may require additional coastal protection, such as a sea wall or similar measures. Proposals should therefore include the design and cost of such protection, where applicable Site Visits Seaford Town Council will be available to accompany site visits on the following dates: * Tuesday 3 February * Wednesday 4 February * Wednesday 11 February Submission Details * Deadline for submission: 5:00pm on Monday 16 February 2026 * Proposals should be submitted to: projectsandfacilities@seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk or posted to 37 Church Street, Seaford, BN25 1HG * Please note that all proposals and quotations received will be presented to Full Council for discussion and evaluation in due course, prior to any further decisions or actions being taken Seaford Town Council (STC) are seeking proposals and option appraisals only. STC is under no obligation to appoint any supplier, to select a preferred proposal, or to proceed to construction works. Any decision to progress to delivery, and any procurement of construction works, would be subject to separate approval and a separate procurement process in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The contract includes options for additional services within the original scope, including further development or refinement of proposals, additional option appraisal, whole-life costing, and associated technical assessment. These options may be exercised where further analysis is required to inform decision-making, or where additional time or outputs are needed due to site, environmental, or stakeholder considerations. The options do not include construction works and do not commit Seaford Town Council to proceed to delivery.

Renewal: The contract may be extended where additional time is required to complete or refine the development of proposals, including further option appraisal, technical assessment, or clarification arising from site constraints, environmental considerations, stakeholder input, or the availability of survey information. Any extension would be within the original scope of the contract and subject to agreement by Seaford Town Council.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0610cd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007550-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

45243000 - Coastal-defence works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Apr 2026 - 1 May 2026 30 days
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
Seaford Town Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SEAFORD
Postcode
BN25 1HG
Postcode Area
Brighton
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
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
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Seaford Central
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Further Information

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