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title: "Dover Castle Masterplan (Phase 1) project - Lead Consultant, Conservation Architect, Architect"
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# Dover Castle Masterplan (Phase 1) project - Lead Consultant, Conservation Architect, Architect

Buyer: ENGLISH HERITAGE-ESTATES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1a4e33ed-665d-44a1-bb6f-ae0d24b4190c

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## Summary

The English Heritage-Estates is currently seeking a consultant for the Dover Castle Masterplan (Phase 1) project, which involves appointing a Lead Consultant, Conservation Architect, and Architect. This procurement falls under the category of buildings of particular historical or architectural interest and is classified as a service. The procurement method is selective, specifically using a restricted procedure above the threshold, with the tender period closing on 20 September 2019. The contract is expected to commence on 1 October 2019 and run until 30 June 2022, with an estimated construction cost of approximately £3,655,000 for conservation works and £3,979,000 for enabling works related to interpretation and play projects. The consultant will coordinate various specialists, including a play designer and structural engineer, to ensure the comprehensive delivery of this project.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in architectural and conservation services to engage in a prestigious project with historical significance. Companies that specialise in conservation architecture, design, and project management would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, firms that provide related consulting services, such as quantity surveying or ecological consulting, may find strategic partnerships advantageous for fulfilling the requirements of the contract. Engaging in this tender could enhance visibility and establish credibility within the sector, ultimately aiding business growth through participation in high-profile heritage projects.

## Notice

English Heritage is seeking to appoint a consultant to undertake the role of: 1. Conservation Architect (design, schedules, specification, etc) for the conservation work (Approx. ?3,655,000 construction costs) 2. Architect (design, schedules, specification, etc) for enabling work for the Interpretation and Play projects (Approx. ?3,979,000 build costs for Interpretation and Play including enabling) 3. Lead Consultant. The co-ordination of all consultants* for the delivery of conservation work, enabling work, Play and Interpretation 4. Contract Administrator for the conservation work, enabling work, Play and Interpretation (Likely to be three or possibly four different principal contractors) 5. Principal Designer for the conservation work, enabling work, Play and Interpretation (Entire project). *The following consultants will also be directly appointed by English Heritage as part of this project for the Lead consultant to co-ordinate: ? Play designer ? Interpretation designer ? Quantity Surveyor ? Building Services Engineer ? Geo-Technical Engineer ? Ecologist ? Structural Engineer ? Other minor consultants You are invited to submit a PQQ return via the In-Tend system for the above in accordance with the associated Instructions to Tenderers Additional information: Suppliers interested in this opportunity should register at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/english-heritage/aspx/Home in orderto express interest and download documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e532ed10-4e0b-4a5a-922a-18c547484515 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2019 - 30 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ENGLISH HERITAGE-ESTATES |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 2EH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Mannington and Western |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon South |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

## Release History

- 19 Aug 2019 at 14:58 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e532ed10-4e0b-4a5a-922a-18c547484515
- 19 Aug 2019 at 08:27 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e532ed10-4e0b-4a5a-922a-18c547484515
- 16 Aug 2019 at 14:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e532ed10-4e0b-4a5a-922a-18c547484515

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e532ed10-4e0b-4a5a-922a-18c547484515
  19th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/english-heritage/aspx/Home
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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