--- title: "Stage 1 of 2 Pre-Qualification for St Nicholas Church Arundel South Aisle Roof Repair" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-3e2d0235-ef28-4896-ad91-9998b8c6e23e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3e2d0235-ef28-4896-ad91-9998b8c6e23e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3e2d0235-ef28-4896-ad91-9998b8c6e23e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3e2d0235-ef28-4896-ad91-9998b8c6e23e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "VALLIS & HALL CONSERVATION ARCHITECTS" published: "2026-06-26" --- # Stage 1 of 2 Pre-Qualification for St Nicholas Church Arundel South Aisle Roof Repair Buyer: VALLIS & HALL CONSERVATION ARCHITECTS Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3e2d0235-ef28-4896-ad91-9998b8c6e23e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-3e2d0235-ef28-4896-ad91-9998b8c6e23e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-3e2d0235-ef28-4896-ad91-9998b8c6e23e.json) ## Summary This procurement process, managed by Vallis & Hall Conservation Architects, is for the pre-qualification phase of a two-stage tender for the repair of the south aisle roof of St Nicholas Church in Arundel, a Grade I listed building. The process is currently in the tender stage with a deadline of 10th July 2026 for pre-qualification questionnaire submissions. The contract is set to begin on 21st September 2026 and end on 26th February 2027, with a total value estimated at £250,000. This falls under the industry category of roofing works. The procurement method is a competitive procedure with negotiation, aimed at shortlisting qualified contractors with experience in historic and ecclesiastical building conservation. This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs with expertise in conservation works, particularly those experienced in sand-cast lead work and oak rafter repairs. Businesses that have a robust understanding of conservation methods and can demonstrate high-quality craftsmanship will find this tender particularly appealing. Companies successful in the pre-qualification stage will be invited to submit a full tender, offering a pathway to growth through high-profile restoration work. Given the specialised nature of the project, it is best suited to firms with a track record in similar projects and those that can effectively meet the specific requirements outlined in the pre-qualification questionnaire. ## Notice This notice is for participation in the pre-qualification selection process as the first stage for a competitive tender. The outcome of the PQQ process shall be a shortlist of 4-5 top scoring contractors. The works are to carry out the replacement of a lead roof to the south aisle the Grade I listed St Nicholas Church in Arundel. Associated works will include conservation repairs to the oak roof structure and box gutters, repointing adjacent flint walls, repairs and redecoration to cast iron rainwater goods and associated scaffolding for internal and external access. Please complete the attached questionnaire and return by 12pm on Friday 10th July to graeme@vallisandhall.com Additional information: The outcome of the pre-qualification process shall be to generate at a shortlist of 4-5 contractors to be invited to the second stage and submit tenders for the works. The shortlist shall be established from the highest scoring contractors using the qualification criteria set out within the questionnaire. The information supplied will be checked for completeness and compliance with the instructions before responses are evaluated. Failure to provide the required information, make a satisfactory response to any question, or supply documentation referred to in responses, within the specified timescale, may mean that you are not invited to participate further. In the event that none of the responses are deemed satisfactory, St Nicholas Parochial Church Council ("The Employer") reserves the right to terminate the procurement and where appropriate re-advertise the procurement. You should be explicit and comprehensive in your responses to this PQQ as this will be the single source of information on which responses will be scored and ranked. The Employer expressly reserves the right to request you to provide additional information supplementing or clarifying any of the information provided in response to the requests set out in this PQQ. The Employer may seek independent financial and market advice to validate information declared, or to assist in the evaluation. Please note that the most important aspect is experience of similar work on historic and ecclesiastical buildings, an understanding of conservation philosophy and good craftsmanship. Sand cast lead work and oak rafter conservation repairs are to be carried out so a true understanding of these materials must be demonstrated. The Employer may disqualify you if you fail to: 1. Provide a satisfactory response to any questions in the PQQ or inadequately or incorrectly complete any question or have not provided the required information; 2. Submit your completed PQQ before the deadline The potential providers who are not disqualified in accordance with the above grounds shall be evaluated on the qualification criteria. This takes into account the economic and financial standing of participants and experience of conservation works demonstration technical knowledge and quality of the work. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dd81ca4-a60d-4e4e-88df-38a95abd377f | | 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 | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 20 Sep 2026 - 26 Feb 2027 | | 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 | VALLIS & HALL CONSERVATION ARCHITECTS | | Locality | CHICHESTER | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO19 8TX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | | ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) | | Local authority | Chichester | | Electoral ward | Chichester Central | | Westminster constituency | Chichester | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) ### Codes - 44112400 - Roof ## Release History - 26 Jun 2026 at 11:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dd81ca4-a60d-4e4e-88df-38a95abd377f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6dd81ca4-a60d-4e4e-88df-38a95abd377f 26th June 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c76c71b1-35be-45db-a3bc-2d268f1d1d37 Pre-Qualification Questionnaire - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/22bbd3c3-2581-48e8-8126-7027dbfc4bef Overview Photograph of the St Nicholas from the north - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8a5132bc-f4f8-4cdc-af0d-17de71c7cfa1 Photograph of the south aisle works area - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c1d8df5a-2465-4510-8d06-d89fafd38ac3 Condition of the South Aisle Lead - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2ad612e1-dc66-4f6f-ad9b-645ac4d067da South Aisle Roof Repair Plan. 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