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Demolition & Structural Alterations

The Courtauld Institute of Art

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14 Jul 2026 at 17:15

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement opportunity involves the Courtauld Institute of Art as the primary buying organisation, accompanied by King's College London in a tender process led by Gardiner & Theobald LLP. The tender is titled "Demolition & Structural Alterations" and encompasses activities such as demolition work, structural steel erection, and asbestos removal. Located in London, the procurement falls within the construction sector with a focus on building alteration work. Initiating within the "tender" stage, the procurement is executed via an open procedure, with submissions required by 27 August 2026 and contract awards anticipated by 10 September 2026. The contract period will commence on 23 September 2026, terminating on 27 October 2027. The total project valuation stands at approximately £7.25 million, highlighting its suitability for organisations capable of managing large-scale structural works.

For businesses specialising in demolition, structural steelwork, or asbestos management, this tender presents a significant growth opportunity, particularly for those with experience in managing complex projects within historic and urban settings. Suitable applicants should demonstrate strong technical capability, financial stability, and a proven track record in health and safety compliance. Firms with accreditations such as ISO 9001 or ISO 45001, and experience in coordinating with multiple stakeholders in construction projects, will find themselves well-positioned to leverage this opportunity. Additionally, businesses that excel in managing subcontractor networks and possess a robust environmental policy, especially concerning carbon reduction and waste management, are encouraged to apply, ensuring alignment with sustainable development goals and compliance with procurement regulations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Demolition & Structural Alterations

Notice Description

All structural interventions, modifications and demolition as detailed in Price & Myers, Witherford Watson Mann and Purcell design drawings; Demolition of Strand floor, facade, and other elements as specified by the design engineers; Survey and investigation works required to ensure design and methodology is completed in time within the restraints of the existing structure; Localised noise, dust and vibration monitoring; Clean and re-use of existing brickwork for new wall installs; Formation of new floors including padstones or steel bearing plates, steels, joisting and sheathing; Formation and infills to all pockets formed for new structure install, both for this package and other (i.e. Structural Steelwork), including padstones and steel bearing plates; All mass poured, pre-cast, or reinforced concrete works including the new stair core, stairs, underpinning, pads, ramps, slabs and upstands; All dry packing, grouting, and encasement to steel members, including those installed by Others; Attendance and return visits required for the above installs by Others; External Luxcrete repairs; CCTV and repairs of existing below ground drainage. CCTV of new drainage; Install of items free issued by others (e.g. cast-in plates by Structural Steelwork contractor); Where shown in package split, all new primary and secondary steelwork, connections, metal deck, intumescent coating, padstones, steel bearing plates and dry packing; Alterations to existing structure including formation of new risers and services penetrations, box frames and trimmer steels and timbers; 3rd party review and confirmation of any intumescent and fire stopping installs; Forming of all new lift pits including underpinning, reinforcement and waterproof concrete; Installation of all waterproofing, blinding, insulation and sump (including commissioning) requirements; Facade and party wall retention propping to facilitate demolition Works; Demolition of existing stairwell in the East Wing including all associated temporary works, and infill of new landing; All blockwork and brick walls as shown in package split including windposts; Form new openings including lintels, beams, posts; Re-levelling of existing floor substrates; Removal and excavation of existing screed and slabs, including localised repaires where required; Covering or edge protection install to all voids and openings formed by the Works; Installation of riser flooring systems to all newly formed and existing riser opening; Strengthening of existing beams, including services opening coordination and formation; Removal or containment of any asbestos (e.g. Strand buildings timber flooring), lead, guano and anthrax where required to complete the Works, with appropriate measures in place; Removal, protection and off-site storage of heritage items such as stone beams and flags, grilles, fireplaces and hearths; Removal of existing heritage windows following surveys by Others; Installation of tower crane base including piles and cap; Fire and corrosion protection to steel in-situ application (new only); Temporary & permanent steel bracing; Protection of all existing heritage finishes (where at risk of damage from the works); All scaffolding and crash decks to facilitate the works (e.g. Strand south facade elevation); Propping of existing vaults at Strand; Underslab drainage works and GRP sumps; Surveys of existing structure, looking ahead on programme to avoid last minute discoverables; Install of gulleys, manhole covers and associated below-ground drainage components;

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cb61
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066471-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45111100 - Demolition work

45111200 - Site preparation and clearance work

45223200 - Structural works

45261420 - Waterproofing work

45262100 - Scaffolding work

45262400 - Structural steel erection work

45262660 - Asbestos-removal work

45262700 - Building alteration work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,045,620 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,045,620 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Sep 2026 - 27 Oct 2027 1-2 years
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
The Courtauld Institute of Art
Additional Buyers

King's College London

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2R 0RN
Postcode Area
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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