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Demolition, Design and Construction of Howard's Lane Public Toilets, Howard's Lane, Wareham

Wareham Town Council

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19 Oct 2026 at 16:32

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Summary of the contracting process

Wareham Town Council is procuring demolition of the existing public toilet block at Howard’s Lane, followed by design and construction of a replacement public toilet facility on the same site in Wareham, Dorset. The works include safe demolition and site clearance, removal of any asbestos identified in the Council’s survey, construction of the new facility, connection of all services and making good the site. Planning has been confirmed as permitted development. Contractors must also provide a separately priced option for a contactless pay-to-use entry system; the Council will decide whether to include it in the award. The requirement is a single package of public toilet demolition and construction works, rather than separate lots.

The Council invited tenders through an open competition. This is a repeat tender after an earlier exercise did not result in a contract award. Clarification questions were due by 12 noon on 27 November 2026, and tenders by 12 noon on 15 January 2027. Bids had to be submitted in a sealed, non-identifying envelope by post or by hand; electronic submission was not allowed. The contract period is 1 February to 30 September 2027. The estimated value is £140,000 excluding VAT (£168,000 including VAT). The award is based on price and quality: design quality 25%, cost 25%, relevant experience 20%, social value 10%, project timeline 10%, and health and safety 10%.

The opportunity is suited to small and medium-sized contractors able to manage demolition and new-build design and construction, coordinate utility connections and complete the site reinstatement. Bidders need relevant experience delivering comparable projects to the required quality, programme and budget; experience in conservation areas or heritage settings is particularly relevant because the design should reflect the area’s architectural character. The design must also provide compliant, accessible and sustainable facilities. Contractors should be able to demonstrate a strong health and safety record and produce an outline plan that addresses CDM 2015 requirements. The Council will assess measurable added social value, including local employment, apprenticeships or training, and environmental measures beyond the basic requirements. A realistic, efficient programme that limits closure and disruption to the public will strengthen a bid. The optional contactless access system also calls for pricing capability in that area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Demolition, Design and Construction of Howard's Lane Public Toilets, Howard's Lane, Wareham

Notice Description

Wareham Town Council invites tenders from suitably experienced contractors to demolish the existing public toilet block at Howard's Lane, Wareham, Dorset BH20 4HU, and to design and build a new public toilet facility on the same site. The works include: safe demolition and clearance of the existing building, including the removal of any asbestos identified by the Council's asbestos survey (which will be provided to all tenderers); construction of the new facility; connection of all services; and making good the site. Planning has been confirmed as permitted development. Bidders must also price a pay-to-use (contactless) entry system as a separately identified optional item; the Council will decide at award whether to include it. This procurement follows an earlier tender exercise for these works which did not result in a contract award. The contract will be awarded to the most advantageous tender, assessed against the price and quality criteria set out in the tender documents. Tender documents are attached to this notice and are also available from the Town Clerk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-078b22
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/098653-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

45111100 - Demolition work

45215500 - Public conveniences

45262660 - Asbestos-removal work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Oct 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 20273 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2027 - 30 Sep 2027 6-12 months
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
Wareham Town Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WAREHAM
Postcode
BH20 4NS
Postcode Area
Bournemouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK64 Dorset
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Dorset
Electoral Ward
Wareham
Westminster Constituency
Mid Dorset and North Poole

Further Information

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