Tender

Design and Fit-out of a Hub in the High Street

LITTLEHAMPTON TOWN COUNCIL

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Tender

13 Mar 2026 at 15:02

Summary of the contracting process

Littlehampton Town Council is inviting tenders for the design and fit-out of a hub located on the High Street in Littlehampton, UK. This contract is positioned in the construction and design industry, emphasising designs, interior design services, and construction work for commercial buildings. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, utilising an open procedure with a budget capped at £120,000, aiming for awarding by 22 April 2026, and project commencement on 4 May 2026. Interested parties have until 12 April 2026 to submit their proposals, providing a realistic delivery programme and adhering to key standards such as the Equality Act 2010 and Building Regulations for an inclusive and accessible community hub.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specialising in interior design and commercial construction, particularly those experienced in delivering integrated design and build solutions. It calls for contractors capable of offering high-quality, sustainable, and socially valuable enhancements as added benefits beyond the basic requirements. Businesses with propositions that focus on local supplier engagement, sustainability, or enhanced aftercare services are well-suited to compete. The successful bidder will need to demonstrate exemplary project management skills and the ability to create multifunctional spaces that accommodate community activities and services while ensuring minimal disruption to the surrounding environment.

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Notice Title

Design and Fit-out of a Hub in the High Street

Notice Description

Overview Littlehampton Town Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to provide a comprehensive internal design and fit-out service in respect of the proposed Hub on the High Street ("The Hub") The appointed Contractor will be responsible for delivering the project from an empty shell condition through to a fully completed, compliant, and operational space ready for occupation and use. The Council's intention is to appoint a single Contractor capable of providing an integrated design and build solution, including all necessary design, specification, supply, installation, coordination, and commissioning activities. Scope of Services The Services shall include, but shall not be limited to, the following elements: Internal Design Services The Contractor shall: * Develop a comprehensive internal design proposal aligned with the Council's objectives for inclusivity, accessibility, flexibility, and community use * Produce detailed space planning layouts to accommodate multi-functional use, including community activity, and service delivery * Incorporate inclusive design principles and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, including the Equality Act 2010 and applicable Building Regulations * Specify fixtures, fittings, finishes, furniture, and equipment appropriate for a high-use community setting * Provide visualisations, drawings, specifications, and schedules sufficient for approval and delivery * Engage with the Council at agreed design stages and incorporate feedback as required * The design must support flexible and adaptable use of the space, ensuring it can accommodate a range of community activities, events, meetings, advice services, and civic functions. Fit-Out and Construction Services The Contractor shall undertake all works necessary to transform the shell space into a completed and operational Hub. This shall include: * Project management and coordination of all trades * Supply and installation of internal partitions (where required) * Electrical and lighting connection and/or installation, including energy-efficient solutions * Heating, ventilation connection and/or installation, and any necessary mechanical works * Connection and installation of accessible toilet and kitchenette facilities (accessible WC provision where applicable) * Floor, wall, and ceiling finishes * Joinery and built-in furniture * Decoration and final finishes * Supply and installation of loose furniture and equipment (where included within scope) * IT infrastructure containment and coordination (final IT installation may be by others, subject to confirmation) * All works must comply with applicable statutory requirements, health and safety legislation, and industry standards. * All snagging items to be identified, logged and made good prior to handover Accessibility, Compliance and Standards The completed Hub must: * Be fully compliant with Building Regulations and all relevant statutory approvals * Meet accessibility requirements and demonstrate inclusive design * Incorporate appropriate safeguarding and safety measures * Be durable, low-maintenance, and suitable for high footfall community use * Reflect good environmental practice and value for money * The Contractor shall ensure that all materials and installations are fit for purpose and appropriate for a public-facing community environment. Handover and Completion Upon completion, the Contractor shall provide: * All required certification and warranties * As-built drawings and specifications * Operation and maintenance manuals * Demonstration of systems and installations to Council representatives * A defects liability period (to be specified within the Contract) * The space must be delivered in a condition that is fully operational and ready for immediate use by the Council and community stakeholders. Programme and Budget Tenderers will be required to propose a realistic programme for design, mobilisation, and completion of works. The Council requires timely delivery and minimal disruption to the surrounding High Street environment. The Contractor must demonstrate cost control mechanisms and deliver the project within the agreed contract sum.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066a18
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023094-2026
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

22 - Printed matter and related products

45 - Construction work

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

22314000 - Designs

45213000 - Construction work for commercial buildings, warehouses and industrial buildings, buildings relating to transport

79932000 - Interior design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
12 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 May 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LITTLEHAMPTON TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LITTLEHAMPTON
Postcode
BN17 5EW
Post Town
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)
TLJ27 West Sussex (South West)
Delivery Location
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex

Local Authority
Arun
Electoral Ward
River
Westminster Constituency
Bognor Regis and Littlehampton

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