Tender

Redeveloment of Whitevale Baths, Glasgow - Appointment of a Design Team for RIBA Stages 1 - 6

GLASGOW BUILDING PRESERVATION TRUST

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Tender

31 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Glasgow Building Preservation Trust is seeking a design team for the redevelopment of the Whitevale Baths in Glasgow. This tender, currently in the active procurement stage, entails the appointment of a design team for RIBA Stages 1 - 6 to transform the historic site into an inclusive community hub and a new home for the children's charity PEEK. The opportunity is classified under the services category within the building and architectural sector. The procurement method is selective, following a restricted procedure, with electronic submissions due by 6th May 2026. The contract will commence on 31st August 2026 and conclude on 26th February 2027, located at Whitevale Street, Glasgow.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for conservation-accredited architect-led design teams, particularly those with expertise in historic building rehabilitation. The role involves comprehensive design services including structural, services, fire, and accessibility engineering, making it a perfect fit for multidisciplinary teams, preferably with experience in community-focused projects. Organisations competing need to be adept in managing complex restorations with a focus on modern community integration, providing a growth platform for businesses aiming to expand in the public sector and heritage conservation fields.

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Notice Title

Redeveloment of Whitevale Baths, Glasgow - Appointment of a Design Team for RIBA Stages 1 - 6

Notice Description

Glasgow Building Preservation Trust invites responses from Conservation Accredited Architect led Design Teams, with Architect acting as Lead Consultant, Principal Designer (CDM 2015) and Contract Administrator, and will include (as a minimum) Structural Engineer, Building Services Engineer/Services Engineer (either in-house or as named sub-consultants), Fire Engineer and Access Consultant for the redevelopment of Whitevale Baths to create a welcoming, vibrant and inclusive hub for the Gallowgate community and a permanent home for children's charity PEEK.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Glasgow Building Preservation Trust invites responses from Conservation Accredited Architect led Design Teams to provide Design Team Services (RIBA Stages 1 - 6) for the redevelopment of the Whitevale Baths to create a welcoming, vibrant and inclusive hub for the Gallowgate community and a permanent home for children's charity PEEK Project.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000827821
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552845
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71221000 - Architectural services for buildings

71250000 - Architectural, engineering and surveying services

71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

71321000 - Engineering design services for mechanical and electrical installations for buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 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
GLASGOW BUILDING PRESERVATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G31 1JF
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Calton
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552845
    Redeveloment of Whitevale Baths, Glasgow - Appointment of a Design Team for RIBA Stages 1 - 6 - Glasgow Building Preservation Trust invites responses from Conservation Accredited Architect led Design Teams, with Architect acting as Lead Consultant, Principal Designer (CDM 2015) and Contract Administrator, and will include (as a minimum) Structural Engineer, Building Services Engineer/Services Engineer (either in-house or as named sub-consultants), Fire Engineer and Access Consultant for the redevelopment of Whitevale Baths to create a welcoming, vibrant and inclusive hub for the Gallowgate community and a permanent home for children's charity PEEK.

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