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title: "BPA Capital Programme BP1"
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# BPA Capital Programme BP1

Buyer: BRITTEN PEARS ARTS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-212af94d-27dc-4b78-a8c1-bfc6a5805920

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## Summary

Britten Pears Arts is in the tender stage of its BPA Capital Programme BP1, seeking a Principal Contractor for a comprehensive internal refurbishment of the Britten Pears Building in Saxmundham, IP17 1SP. The works, valued at £2,100,000, include new mechanical and electrical services, new access amenities, thermal upgrades, and extensive landscaping changes to enhance accessibility. The procurement follows a two-stage flexible competitive tender process, with the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) submission deadline set for 7th April 2025, and the formal tender phase expected to commence around 22nd April 2025. The contract period is anticipated from 11th August 2025 to 4th May 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs skilled in large-scale refurbishment and construction, as well as those who can adhere to rigorous ecological standards. Companies capable of managing detailed technological installations and accessibility improvements will find this project particularly fitting. The selection process, anticipated to shortlist between four to six contractors, will prioritise those with robust track records in similar works, fostering a competitive environment conducive to high-quality submissions.

## Notice

Britten Pears Building (BP1) Full internal refurbishment including new mechanical and electrical services, new toilets and refurbished windows, excluding the Trask Cafe and Kitchen finishes. Construction of a new lift tower to enable enhanced access to upper floors, facilitated by partial wall and roof removal. Removal of the existing and installation of a new repositioned sprinkler tank in the service yard between the Britten Pears Building and the Concert Hall. General access improvements, including a new entrance ramp and passenger and equipment lift to all floors and the replacement and automation of the entrance doors. Conversion of the first floor practice rooms to provide seven larger multifunction studios/break out spaces. Creation of an accessible top floor multi-purpose activity space, created through internal reconfiguration of the Cranbrook Room. Thermal upgrades to fabric to reduce energy consumption. Transformation of the Peter Pears Recital room into flexible studio and refurbishment of its bleacher seating. Removal of the old technical room to create accessible seating areas. New lighting system, sound and video infrastructure including permanent lighting and AV control position. New wheelchair positions to the upper level and improved wheelchair access to the lower level. Installation of a backstage Technical AV infrastructure throughout the building. External soft and hard landscaping alterations including steps and ramps and car park resurfacing to enable the provision of 3 blue badge parking bays. Works to be carried out in accordance with ecological requirements, including a Reasonable Avoidance Measures (RAMs) Method Statement and Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP). Carpark and Landscaping (FLD2) This scope is split into three parts, and will include surface upgrades with resin bound gravel and parking bay markings to allow the provision of Blue Badge spaces, with associated lighting improvements. Upgrades will be to the following areas: North car parks, including the Craft Shop and pond-side car parks to North West of the Concert Hall South car park, the Paddock car park to the South East of the Britten Pears Building BPA is seeking a Principal Contractor to complete the above works. The procurement of the works will follow a two stage flexible competitive tender process consisting of the following: - Stage 1: Selection Questionnaire (PQQ), issued on the Central Digital Platform - Stage 2: Tender, issued to successful contractors following Stage 1. Additional information: Tender clarification Nr 1 Q1. We would be very interested in tendering for the Britten Pears Art project. However, given the size and scope of works, we were hoping for an extension of the submission's deadline from the 7th April to the middle of April. This additional time would allow us to price all aspects of the works accurately and ensure a comprehensive submission. A1. The submission deadline of 7th April is the Pre Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) process and does not need pricing of works. The date set reflects the need to conclude the PQQ in a timely manner to allow a formal tender process to commence on or around 22nd April. On the basis of the above an extension will not be able to be granted and the submission timeline for the PQQ remains as 7th April 2025. Tender clarification Nr 2 Q1. We are interested in tendering this scheme, following the SW process can you advise how many tenderers will be selected to tender this scheme? A1. We would anticipate a minimum of 4nr contractors and a maximum of 6nr would be taken forward for tendering, all subject to suitably qualified PQQ submissions being received. Tender Clarification Nr 3 Q1. We have downloaded the documents for the Britten Pears Arts Facility PQQ. We note on the Contracts Finder portal the PQQ return is Monday 7th April@5pm via the App Box link, however the PQQ document says to return at 3pm via email to yourself and Michael. Can you please clarify which time and method we are to use to submit? A1. All completed PQQ and associated documents should be uploaded to the BOX link provided before the closing time of 5pm on 7th April. No emails should be sent directly to BPA or Gardiners.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10a1e261-b645-4b72-85b9-d8cd927998d9 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | 11 Mar 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Aug 2025 - 4 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,100,000 |
| 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 | BRITTEN PEARS ARTS |
| Locality | SAXMUNDHAM |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP17 1SP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk |
| Local authority | East Suffolk |
| Electoral ward | Rendlesham & Orford |
| Westminster constituency | Suffolk Coastal |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2025 at 11:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10a1e261-b645-4b72-85b9-d8cd927998d9
- 19 Mar 2025 at 09:03 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10a1e261-b645-4b72-85b9-d8cd927998d9
- 14 Mar 2025 at 12:24 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10a1e261-b645-4b72-85b9-d8cd927998d9
- 12 Mar 2025 at 08:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10a1e261-b645-4b72-85b9-d8cd927998d9
- 12 Mar 2025 at 08:31 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09b5a29d-a0ec-4c56-ba1e-6026fe181bc2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10a1e261-b645-4b72-85b9-d8cd927998d9
  20th March 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09b5a29d-a0ec-4c56-ba1e-6026fe181bc2
  12th March 2025 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dc14c5e4-4e1f-48ea-a1e5-401ec423dc5f
  Pre Qualification Questionnaire including details of the project and scoring criteria relating to progression to second stage
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0d4d1d77-1a6b-4819-a010-86bbaf523f94
  RIBA Stage 3 design report for Britten Pears Building - workstream reference BP1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/35734d49-0973-44b4-a23c-d5582249d244
  RIBA Stage 3 design report for Britten Pears Building adjacent landscaping works - workstream reference FLD1
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1ab6f11e-5d14-4c8f-b9be-4c7504c38046
  Contractors Design Portion tracker for the Britten Pears Building (BP1) and adjacent landscaping (FLD2) workstreams
- https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.box.com/f/a8ff6ed007f847d59f4227e4f382e77b&data=05|02|kbaines@brittenpearsarts.org|24a22493e86a45008c3e08dd60860658|70d50667bd5d457da284c0692661f5bc|0|0|638772850948966439|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ==|0|||&sdata=YjmcOOXfLVaw3qvHF8RVIPXL/5ElUrn2ajMK35PilN4=&reserved=0
  The link is to the PQQ submission folder. No submissions are to be issued to BPA directly but are to be uploaded using the BOX access provided

## Notice URLs

- https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://app.box.com/f/a8ff6ed007f847d59f4227e4f382e77b&data=05
- https://www.brittenpearsarts.org/our-capital-programme

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