--- title: "The New Conference & Exhibition Centre (with refurbishment) at the Winter Gardens Blackpool" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2fff6a32-0f6f-4753-baa2-c41d8e475ba7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2fff6a32-0f6f-4753-baa2-c41d8e475ba7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2fff6a32-0f6f-4753-baa2-c41d8e475ba7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2fff6a32-0f6f-4753-baa2-c41d8e475ba7.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "BLACKPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2017-05-02" --- # The New Conference & Exhibition Centre (with refurbishment) at the Winter Gardens Blackpool Buyer: BLACKPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2fff6a32-0f6f-4753-baa2-c41d8e475ba7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2fff6a32-0f6f-4753-baa2-c41d8e475ba7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2fff6a32-0f6f-4753-baa2-c41d8e475ba7.json) ## Summary Blackpool Borough Council has initiated a tender for the construction of a new Conference & Exhibition Centre and the refurbishment of existing structures at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool. The procurement process is classified as a selective procedure, having moved into the award stage, with a contract value estimated between £20 million and £25 million. The anticipated contract award date is April 2017, following the approval of grant funding, with site work scheduled to commence on 2nd October 2017. The project's location is within the North West region of England, and it falls under the construction industry category. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, particularly those with substantial experience in working on Grade II* listed, multi-functional buildings. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given their eligibility to compete. The complexity of the refurbishment works, which must be carried out while the venue remains operational, will require skilled contractors capable of demonstrating their expertise and track record to successfully meet the project's demands. ## Notice Blackpool Council wishes to appoint a Construction Partner to carry out the construction of a new Conference & Exhibition Centre & refurbishment / remodelling of parts of the existing buildings at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool. The works to the existing buildings will be required to be undertaken whilst the building is occupied & operational. Contractors must demonstrate substantial experience and track record of working on/with Grade II* listed, multi-functional buildings, it is also a requirement that any sub-contractors appointed demonstrate the same relevant experience. Funding for all works in the project are still to be attained. Blackpool Council have prepared & submitted bids for Coastal Communities Fund and the Growth Deal. Grant funding submissions were made on time, all funding bid criteria has been met. The remaining finance will be funded by the Council. It is anticipated that the funding package will be in place by April 2017 to coincide with the award of the Contract. Contract award anticipated as April 2017, start on site anticipated 2nd October 2017. Please note that Contract award is subject to successful allocation of grant funding. Additional information: Please direct all enquiries in the first instance via Blackpool Council's supplier portal 'The Chest'. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf2a5617-7cb5-4d69-9ed9-c2ecf56b447e | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 May 2017 | | Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 1 May 2017 | | Contract period | 1 Oct 2017 - 26 Apr 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £25,000,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | 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 | BLACKPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | BLACKPOOL | | Post town | Blackpool | | Postcode | FY1 1NA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool | | Local authority | Blackpool | | Electoral ward | Talbot | | Westminster constituency | Blackpool South | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | MCLAUGHLIN AND HARVEY | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 2 May 2017 at 14:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf2a5617-7cb5-4d69-9ed9-c2ecf56b447e - 2 May 2017 at 14:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5563cf8c-b0f5-4916-b3d4-deaa31ed1e6e - 19 Dec 2016 at 10:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5563cf8c-b0f5-4916-b3d4-deaa31ed1e6e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf2a5617-7cb5-4d69-9ed9-c2ecf56b447e 2nd May 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5563cf8c-b0f5-4916-b3d4-deaa31ed1e6e 2nd May 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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