Tender

Shire Hall window repairs

WOODBRIDGE TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

28 Jan 2026 at 18:22

Summary of the contracting process

Woodbridge Town Council is seeking quotations for the repair of windows at the Grade 1 listed Shire Hall in Woodbridge, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the "works" category with an estimated value of £54,000. The procurement method being used is an open procedure, indicative of the pressing need articulated through an accelerated process due to the urgency of the repairs. Key dates for potential bidders include the enquiry period ending on 12 February 2026, a tender submission deadline on 16 February 2026, and an anticipated completion of the award stage by 19 February 2026. The work is scheduled to commence on 1 April and conclude by 30 June 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in historical restoration, window manufacturing, and building carpentry. The project invites small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to participate, potentially expanding their portfolio through engaging in heritage conservation work. The central location of the Shire Hall adds a logistical advantage for contractors with proximity to Woodbridge or those capable of effectively servicing the UK region. Businesses competent in quality delivery and possessing an interest in historical architecture are particularly encouraged to tender, with the added benefit of contributing to the preservation of a notable public asset.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Shire Hall window repairs

Notice Description

Woodbridge Town Council (WTC) are the freehold owners of the Grade 1 listed Shire Hall - title number SK37939. WTC purchased the building from Suffolk County Council in 1988, and since that time it has been the administrative centre of the Council, as well as functioning as a public building available for rent. A condition survey (supplied) completed by the Morton Partnership in 2021 has been used as the base level document for a public engagement in 2023 and additional reporting by Whitworth in 2024 (supplied). WTC are currently seeking grant funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to undertake a full renovation of the building, however due to failing condition have identified that repair works to the ground floor and first floor windows are now an urgent requirement. WTC are therefore seeking quotations for the undertaking of the repair work as provided below - the detail for which has been lifted from the Whitworth report. A site visit is recommended so that contractors can view the condition of each window, as well as understand the position of the building as central island in a town centre location. Full details can be found in the attached documentation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061168
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007789-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44221100 - Windows

44221110 - Window frames

44230000 - Builders' carpentry

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 20266 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 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
WOODBRIDGE TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Greg Diaper
Contact Email
townclerk@woodbridge-suffolk.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WOODBRIDGE
Postcode
IP12 4LP
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Woodbridge
Westminster Constituency
Suffolk Coastal

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