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Tender

08 Jul 2026 at 15:47

Summary of the contracting process

Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is inviting tenders for the refurbishment of the Grade II listed bandstand in Lightwoods Park, with a focus on preserving its historic character while enhancing safety and usability. This open procurement process, with a contracting value of £40,000, is classified under repair and maintenance services for recreational areas, and concrete repair work. The tender process is in its active stage, and interested parties must submit their bids by 3rd August 2026. The project is slated to start on 3rd September 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2027, with work to be carried out in Oldbury, United Kingdom. Potential contractors can submit their applications electronically, with the enquiry period closing on 23rd July 2026.

This project provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialised in restoration and maintenance of historical structures, particularly those with experience in heritage conservation techniques. Contractors capable of handling delicate restoration work, with strong experience in both decorative and structural repairs, will find a valuable prospect to expand their portfolio and establish stronger ties within the public sector. The procurement is based on a below-threshold open competition model, favouring competitive pricing and quality workmanship, offering both large and small enterprises the chance to compete on an even playing field. The successful execution of this project can potentially lead to future collaborations with public authorities and serve as a significant reference for similar undertakings.

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Notice Title

GS193- Lightwoods park - Bandstand refurbishment Project

Notice Description

Sandwell MBC (" The Council") wishes to Invite qualified and experienced contractors to participate in a quotation exercise for the works in Lightwoods Park. To undertake the refurbishment and repair of the Grade II listed Edwardian 1903 bandstand in Lightwoods Park, Sandwell, aimed at preserving historic character while improving safety and usability. Works will include restoration of decorative features, the replacement of worn or damaged elements and general cleansing of the structure using appropriate materials and techniques in line with heritage conservation standards. To include ongoing condition surveys carried out throughout the works to monitor the structure, inform necessary adjustments and ensure compliance with conservation requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c6cb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064398-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

45236290 - Repair work on recreational areas

45262330 - Concrete repair work

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
OLDBURY
Postcode
B69 3DE
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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