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Tender

17 Jul 2026 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

Coleford Town Council is initiating a tender process to restore and repair the Grade II listed Coleford Clock Tower, situated in Market Place, Coleford, Gloucestershire. This project falls under the industry category of conservation works for buildings of historical or architectural interest, including roof repair and masonry work. The procurement process, managed by DITTRICH HUDSON ARCHITECTS LIMITED, is currently in the tender stage, with submissions to be made electronically by 28th August 2026. Interested parties had until 21st August 2026 to submit enquiries. The estimated contract value is approximately £670,000, and the construction phase is scheduled to start on 4th January 2027 and end by 4th October 2027. The procurement method is an open competition, following a below-threshold process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in historic conservation, restoration work, and construction involving Grade II listed buildings. Ideal candidates include those with experience in structural repairs and the treatment of historic materials. The project requires a contractor acting as Principal Contractor under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, ensuring comprehensive planning and coordination of the construction phase, including health and safety management. Companies capable of delivering innovative solutions in heritage conservation, electrical installations, and specialised safety features will find this tender to be a robust opportunity for business growth and demonstration of expertise. Additionally, there's a high potential for collaboration with the local workforce, which aligns with the Town Council's commitment to supporting local economies.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Coleford Clock Tower Restoration and Reparation

Notice Description

Coleford Town Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced main contractor specialising in historic building conservation to undertake the repair, restoration and alteration of the Grade II listed Coleford Clock Tower, located in Market Place, Coleford, Gloucestershire. The works comprise structural repairs to internal floors; conservation repairs to the historic fabric using traditional and sympathetic materials; external and internal restoration works; reinstatement of historic openings and fixed windows; electrical installations and new internal lighting to the ground and first floors; and the design and installation of specialist safety features within the roof area. The successful contractor will also undertake Contractor's Design Portion (CDP) elements identified within the contract documentation. The contractor will act as Principal Contractor under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM 2015) and will be responsible for planning, managing and coordinating the construction phase, including all associated health and safety obligations. The contract will be let using the JCT Intermediate Building Contract with Contractor's Design 2024 (ICD 2024). Contractors must demonstrate relevant experience of delivering conservation and restoration works to listed or historic buildings of a similar nature and complexity. The estimated contract value is approximately PS670,000.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ce13
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067902-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

45261900 - Roof repair and maintenance work

45262100 - Scaffolding work

45262522 - Masonry work

45454100 - Restoration work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£808,783 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£808,783 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2027 - 4 Oct 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
COLEFORD TOWN COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

DITTRICH HUDSON ARCHITECTS LIMITED

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
COLEFORD
Postcode
GL16 8BQ
Post Town
Gloucester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Ashley
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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