Tender

Alterations and Refurbishment Works at Ruthin Town Hall

RUTHIN ARTISAN MARKETS CIC

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Tender

09 Jul 2025 at 15:18

S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, initiated by Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC for the "Alterations and Refurbishment Works at Ruthin Town Hall" project. The project is seeking a qualified contractor to undertake various construction tasks, including demolition and accessibility improvements, at the Grade II Listed Ruthin Town Hall. The main procurement category is works, with activities ranging from demolition to the installation of a Changing Places facility. Interested parties should note the tender submission deadline of 8th August 2025, and all works must comply with the current building regulations and heritage conservation requirements. This project is primarily funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and the Welsh Government Community Facilities Programme, positioned in Ruthin, Wales.

The invitation creates a substantial opportunity for businesses experienced in building renovations, particularly those accustomed to working on heritage or listed structures, to expand their portfolio. Companies with skills in project management, third-party supplier coordination, and adherence to stringent health and safety standards are particularly well-suited for this contract. Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC is open to consortia bids, highlighting the potential for collaborative business ventures to pool resources and expertise. This project allows businesses to showcase their quality, experience, and value in a tender process where the lowest bid might not necessarily be decisive; instead, the emphasis will be on delivering the most economically advantageous tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Alterations and Refurbishment Works at Ruthin Town Hall

Notice Description

Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC is seeking a suitably qualified contractor Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to carry out demolition and access improvement works at the Grade II Listed Ruthin Town Hall. The contract forms part of a wider programme of capital works funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, with the goal of improving accessibility, safety and functionality for public use.The works will include the removal of the existing external access ramp and the demolition of a raised internal floor section to facilitate level access. The contractor will be required to coordinate with Terry Lifts for the installation of a DDA-compliant platform lift, which has already been purchased by the client and is to be installed on site during the contract period.The scope also includes the demolition and restructuring of existing toilet facilities and the construction of a fully accessible Changing Places facility, meeting current national specifications and guidance. This will involve internal demolition, drainage adjustments, fitting of new sanitaryware, grab rails, specialist equipment and compliant flooring and wall finishes.The works also include the demolition of an internal wall (currently part of the ladies toilet) to create a new doorway linking the Town Hall and Market Hall, as well as the supply and installation of new flooring in the refurbished areas.All work must comply with current building regulations, DDA accessibility standards, and any applicable conservation requirements due to the listed status of the building. Contractors must ensure health and safety measures are in place throughout the works and must hold appropriate insurances and qualifications.The appointed contractor will be expected to work in coordination with Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC, Denbighshire County Council and appointed third parties to ensure timely and safe completion of the project.The attached QS documents will detail fully aspects of the work, however please note that only the works listed above are currently required.Glazing works are already completed for example, please call and speak to Bernadette for a walk through if needed, the access lift is already purchased and will be installed by Terry Lifts but they will need to be liaised with as works progress in order to allow an allocated installation date.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=153244.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. This project is part-funded by the Welsh Government Community Facilities Programme and DCC and forms part of a wider programme to improve accessibility and community use at Ruthin Town Hall. The successful contractor will be expected to work collaboratively with Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC, Denbighshire County Council, Unit3 Design Studio (architects), Consult23 (Cost Consultants), and other appointed contractors and suppliers, including Terry Lifts.Due to the listed status of the building, the contractor must take care to preserve historical features and comply with any conservation requirements. The site will remain partially operational during works, and careful coordination will be required to minimise disruption.A full specification and scope of works will be provided to shortlisted contractors. Site visits can be arranged prior to submission of tenders, and are strongly recommended.All works must be completed within the funding period and budget constraints. Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC reserves the right not to award the contract to the lowest bidder but to the most economically advantageous tender based on quality, experience, and value.(WA Ref:153244)Download the copy of the online SPD document here (to be completed online through postbox submission): https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=153244The buyer considers that this contract is suitable for consortia bidding.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-153244
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=153244
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45111100 - Demolition work

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45311100 - Electrical wiring work

45332000 - Plumbing and drain-laying work

45332200 - Water plumbing work

45332400 - Sanitary fixture installation work

45410000 - Plastering work

45430000 - Floor and wall covering work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
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
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
RUTHIN ARTISAN MARKETS CIC
Contact Name
Bernadette OMalley
Contact Email
ruthin@artisanmarkets.wales
Contact Phone
+44 7741304356

Buyer Location

Locality
RUTHIN
Postcode
LL15 1BE
Post Town
Llandudno
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL33 Conwy and Denbighshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Denbighshire
Electoral Ward
Ruthin
Westminster Constituency
Clwyd East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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