Award

Pencoed Library Furniture and Shelving Fit-Out

AWEN CULTURAL TRUST - LIBRARIES

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Summary of the contracting process

The Awen Cultural Trust - Libraries has recently awarded a contract for the "Pencoed Library Furniture and Shelving Fit-Out" project to Fg Library Products Ltd. This award was signed on the 4th of November 2022. The project involves refurbishing Pencoed Library to create an attractive, safe, and energy-efficient cultural space that accommodates remote working hubs, offers a work/study space, and provides support sessions for the community. The procurement falls under the goods category and was conducted through an open procurement method. The project location is at Brynmenyn, and the main procurement classification includes items like seats, desks, shelving, and office furniture.

The refurbishment of Pencoed Library offers a significant business opportunity for companies specializing in furniture manufacturing, interior design, and office equipment supply. Businesses with experience in public space refurbishment, accessibility compliance, and modern furniture design stand to benefit from bidding on this tender. The project aims to create a community-focused environment that enhances customer experience and caters to a minimum of 40,000 annual visits. The deadline for the tender period was on the 20th of October 2022, with the award period ending on the 4th of November 2022. Interested companies can find more information and tender documents on the Sell2Wales website.

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Notice Title

Pencoed Library Furniture and Shelving Fit-Out

Notice Description

Pencoed Library is the only cultural space serving the growing 12,000+ population of Pencoed. Though fit for purpose in the basics, the large, two-storey building still looks very much the same as it always has, with old-fashioned decor and shelving; the static, imposing furniture and small private meeting space doesn't offer the flexibility for community use that is possible.Pencoed Library would benefit significantly from a refurbishment to provide a more modern and attractive service environment and by offering a new community facility that will develop our services for vulnerable people by adding a room that is a safe space for support services to meet those who need their help.Our three main aims for this project are:- Refurbish the library to make it an attractive, safe and energy efficient cultural space that people feel excited to visit;- Create a work/study space offer that suits the changing needs of the population, in-line with the Government's plan for remote working hubs, offering better work-life balance and reducing carbon emissions, adding to the health and wellbeing of the community;- Create a flexible community room to offer local services, charities and community groups a space in the heart of the town to run support sessions and social sessions that will help to make their lives better.In summary, the fit-out work comprises:Replace and relocate ground floor circulation desk, retaining one accessible service point and one standing service point; must include room for 2 PC led service points, delivery handling, 2 sets of drawers, 1 cash till with work surface suitable for written work and book managementInstall attractive and flexible book display options throughout the library with a focus on enhancing reader development and reading for pleasureInstall comfortable seating options throughout to encourage relaxation and readingCreate private, comfortable study/work spaces with power modules, suitable for 1-1 discussions and long staysReplace all wall shelving in adult library with fresh, modern shelving bringing in line with new library style and design - approximately 110 linear metres, design dependant.Replace all free-standing shelving with mobile options, allowing ease of movement for regularly changing layout - approximately 104 linear metres, design dependant.Fit-out functional meeting room with flexible tables and comfortable, stackable chairs for up to 18 people, design dependant.Replace old wall shelving in junior library, bringing in line with shelving replaced in 2017, to create cohesive design - approximately 28 linear metres, design dependant.Replace central computer zone in junior area with wall units, allowing more flexible floor space for activities.We are looking for applications that show an innovative use of the available internal public space, with modern presentation and design, taking due note of a high footfall on both floors. Ease of customer navigation and DDA compliance throughout the library is also a priority. All customer and staff areas (including circulation desk) must be fully accessible to wheelchair users. The meeting room must have an accessible option incorporated.The refurbished and modernised Library will need to cater for a minimum of 40,000 visits per annum. Fittings, layout, and building durability will need to be capable of matching, and exceeding, this level of expected use. All furniture must be guaranteed for a minimum of 3 years against manufacturing defects.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-124841
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=124841
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39110000 - Seats, chairs and related products, and associated parts

39121000 - Desks and tables

39121100 - Desks

39130000 - Office furniture

39133000 - Display units

39141100 - Shelves

39152000 - Mobile bookshelves

39200000 - Furnishing

39230000 - Special-purpose product

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 May 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Oct 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Nov 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Not Specified
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AWEN CULTURAL TRUST - LIBRARIES
Contact Name
Harriet Hopkins
Contact Email
enquiries@awen-wales.com, harriet.hopkins@awen-wales.com
Contact Phone
+44 1656754825, +44 1656754840

Buyer Location

Locality
PENCOED
Postcode
CF32 8TB
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bridgend
Electoral Ward
Garw Valley
Westminster Constituency
Rhondda and Ogmore

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FG LIBRARY PRODUCTS

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