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title: "ESPH AB/SB RDC Colonnade Refurbishment (ESPH688 JB) - AWARD"
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# ESPH AB/SB RDC Colonnade Refurbishment (ESPH688 JB) - AWARD

Buyer: ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0d942e84-07e2-4b26-b7f7-3f9ec842ad7e

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Rother District Council involves the refurbishment of The Colonnade, a Grade II listed structure in East Sussex, United Kingdom. The contract is classified under the industry category of 'Refurbishment work' with the Contracting Authority overseeing essential repairs, including drainage and waterproofing enhancements, alongside heritage conservation efforts. The procurement followed a selective method known as a restricted procedure, culminating in the award stage. The contract runs from 1st October 2025 to 17th April 2026, and while tender submissions concluded on 13th August 2025, the award was made active on 9th October 2025. The total contract value awarded to DBR Limited amounts to £470,079.86.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in heritage conservation and refurbishment to expand their portfolio, particularly those experienced in handling historic structures. While the procurement was not open to SMEs or VCSEs, medium to large contractors with expertise in structural engineering and conservation would find such projects lucrative. The project not only involves technical renovation work but also requires sensitivity to historical context, thus favouring organisations capable of delivering precision in heritage compliance and restoration. Engaging in such governmental projects enhances credibility, potentially opening doors for future contracts in similar sectors both locally and internationally.

## Notice

Rother District Council ('the Council') are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to carry out essential repairs and refurbishment of The Colonnade, a Grade II listed structure. Specific activities will address water ingress issues through improved drainage and waterproofing systems. The scope also covers the repair and conservation of damaged structural and decorative elements, in accordance with heritage requirements. All interventions will be undertaken with sensitivity to the building's historic character, following input from specialist consultants in structural engineering and heritage conservation. Full details are included in the document set.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80d6473a-0a3a-4f95-a13a-802b6b921a7f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 17 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £470,079 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | EAST SUSSEX |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN39 3JX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Rother |
| Electoral ward | Bexhill Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bexhill and Battle |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DBR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2025 at 09:06 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80d6473a-0a3a-4f95-a13a-802b6b921a7f
- 22 Oct 2025 at 08:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80d6473a-0a3a-4f95-a13a-802b6b921a7f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80d6473a-0a3a-4f95-a13a-802b6b921a7f
  23rd October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.rother.gov.uk

## Provenance

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