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title: "Agricola Tower & Guard House, Chester Castle, Masonry & Roof Conservation"
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# Agricola Tower & Guard House, Chester Castle, Masonry & Roof Conservation

Buyer: ENGLISH HERITAGE-ESTATES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3780cff5-708b-4d62-924e-3083bf8bb505

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by English Heritage-Estates, focusing on the project titled "Agricola Tower & Guard House, Chester Castle, Masonry & Roof Conservation." This project falls under the works category, specifically related to masonry work, and is located in Chester Castle, United Kingdom. The tender is currently at the active stage and has an open procurement method, following an open procedure below the threshold. Interested parties must submit their bids by 14 September 2018, with the contract expected to commence on 22 October 2018 and conclude on 1 February 2019.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in masonry, roofing, and construction services, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies specialising in lead and slate materials, as well as contractors experienced in heritage conservation projects, will find this to be a fitting opportunity to showcase their expertise and potentially expand their market presence. Engaging in this project could also enhance visibility and foster future collaborations with public sector organisations.

## Notice

The project aims to address defects identified through a condition survey to the Agricola Tower and Guard House of Chester Castle. Replacement of the flat lead roof to the Tower is required, in addition to provision of improved rainwater goods discharging from the Tower and Guard House. It is also expected to undertake a programme of masonry repairs and repairs to other identified condition defects at the same time to make best use of access. The repairs are essential to ensure that the castle fabric will not deteriorate further. It is also the intention to increase visitor numbers to the castle which will be aided by these proposals. Additional information: Express interest via the English Heritage e-procurement system to obtain tender documents Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb1f1fd8-761e-474b-afe9-efec83fd59fc |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Sep 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Oct 2018 - 1 Feb 2019 |
| 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 | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 14712000 - Lead
- 44930000 - Slate
- 45262522 - Masonry work

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2018 at 10:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb1f1fd8-761e-474b-afe9-efec83fd59fc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb1f1fd8-761e-474b-afe9-efec83fd59fc
  21st August 2018 - 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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