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title: "Appointment of Architect for Shire House Suite, Shire Hall and Turret Clock"
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# Appointment of Architect for Shire House Suite, Shire Hall and Turret Clock

Buyer: BODMIN TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-34aaf8a3-0852-4d3e-b926-6cf4632140c1

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## Summary

Bodmin Town Council is currently conducting a tender process for the "Appointment of Architect for Shire House Suite, Shire Hall and Turret Clock." This procurement falls within the architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services industry and is taking place in Bodmin, England. The tender period ends on 23rd April 2021, with a contract start date expected on 1st June 2021, and a contract duration until 5th June 2023. The procurement method is marked as 'limited', with a competitive quotation approach due to it being below the threshold, and a tender value set between £200,000 and £250,000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for architectural firms and consultants looking to expand their portfolio in community-focused projects. Businesses with experience in working with historic buildings, project management, and a clear understanding of client requirements will find this tender particularly suitable. The successful applicant will be responsible for leading refurbishment efforts, thereby enhancing Bodmin's infrastructure and community use spaces, which can lead to future collaborative opportunities within the local government and associated organisations.

## Notice

Bodmin Town Council Expression of Interest for appointment of Architect for the Shire House, Shire House Suite and Shire Hall and Turret Clock Tower. Bodmin Town Council are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Architect or Lead Consultant to act as Principal Designer and lead a project team to undertake these projects. The appointed Lead Consultant will be expected to liaise with the BTC team to assist in the development of the design brief, consider the requirements for the structures and their future use, developing the project through from inception to completion. The Project work will include the works include refurbishment and upgrading the Shire House (grade II*Listed) and Suite to create a modern economic community asset maximising all of it space for the purpose of rental, community projects, meetings, functions and allow the building to operate as a focal point for the town. The Shire Hall and Mount Folly (grade II* Listed) requires refurbishment and upgrading. The Building is the Councils main staff office. The offices require refurbishment to provide a 21st century Town Council administrative hub, council chamber and public meeting space enhancing potential usage for presentations, Exhibitions, consultations and displays maximising hire revenue potential. Turret Clock Tower (grade II Listed) refurbishment to prevent water ingress. * Assist with the development of a detail project brief and programme. * Undertake and co-ordinate Surveys of the properties to produce condition surveys. * Consider the existing Risk Assessments, Health and Safety reviews, and surveys. * A review and upgrade of the M&E Systems. * Programme to follow RIBA plan of work or similar project framework. * Tender and contract Administration and site and construction management to completion * Production of CDM compliant H&S files and Maintenance schedules Appointment will be made following an interview process. Interviews and Appointment After shortlisting the appointment will be made following an interview on the basis of the following criteria :- * Understanding/interpretation of the Brief. * Previous relevant experience * How their Practice would approach and manage the project and being clear on the individuals they would be involve. * Timing, programme. * Fee basis for the development of the project to completion. * Demonstration and understanding of Brief and Client requirements * Experience of working in a sensitive setting with Historic and vernacular buildings. * Experience of similar projects and buildings including historic fabric and materials. * Demonstration of adequate resourcing to deliver the required projects. * Demonstration of ability to administer the contracts. * Demonstration of ability to communicate and engage with Clients and public. * Demonstrate ability to work with Multi-disciplinary teams. * Fee Proposal If required to arrange a site visit prior to submission, please contact Estates Manager.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0dae16cc-e5b0-4835-99e8-f51b1ab312d8 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2021 - 5 Jun 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| 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 | BODMIN TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | BODMIN |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL31 2DQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly |
| ITL 3 | TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly |
| Local authority | Cornwall |
| Electoral ward | Bodmin St Petroc's |
| Westminster constituency | North Cornwall |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 23 Mar 2021 at 16:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0dae16cc-e5b0-4835-99e8-f51b1ab312d8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0dae16cc-e5b0-4835-99e8-f51b1ab312d8
  23rd March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3432a201-e4d6-4849-8bee-9e55c0c6e766
  Expressions of interests requested from interested consultants

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