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06 Aug 2026 at 13:43

Summary of the contracting process

Southend-on-Sea City Council is overseeing a procurement process for conservation works on Southchurch Hall, a Grade I listed building located in Southend on Sea, Essex. The project, titled "Southchurch Hall MEND Conservation Works," falls under the building construction work category and involves tasks such as roof repairs and redecoration. This procurement is in the tender stage, with an open competition method being utilised. Relevant dates include an enquiry period ending on 28th August 2026, and a tender submission deadline set for 8th September 2026. The contract period is slated to run from 12th October 2026 to 7th December 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in building conservation, repairs, and refurbishments, particularly those experienced in handling historical structures. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly welcomed to participate. The project is valued grossly at £432,000, making it a viable growth prospect for qualified organisations. Businesses can access the tender through Southend-on-Sea City Council's e-tendering portal, Pro-Contract, enabling easy submission and clarification of queries, all of which should be conducted electronically.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Southchurch Hall MEND Conservation Works

Notice Description

The Council requires the building conservation works to Southchurch Hall, a Grade I listed building in Southend on Sea, including: - Roof Repairs - Replacement of Rainwater Goods - Repairs to Windows - Masonry Repairs - Cladding - Light Refurbishment of Male and Female Toilets - Redecoration Works to be undertaken in conjunction with the JCT Minor Works 2024 Contract

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ddfc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074819-2026
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

45210000 - Building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£360,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
8 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
11 Oct 2026 - 7 Dec 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
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA
Postcode
SS2 6FA
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Delivery Location
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea

Local Authority
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Southend East and Rochford

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074819-2026
    6th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • https://procontract.due-north.com
    The procurement will be conducted electronically via the Council's e-tender facility Pro-Contract; https://procontract.due-north.com. Your organisation will need to register on the e-tender system where registration is free of charge. Once you have registered you will need to express an interest in this opportunity (E-Tender Project ID: DN819620), then look at "My Opportunities" where you will be able to view all the tender documents. Any tender queries in relation to this project must be raised as a clarification request via the messaging portal on the e-tender facility.

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