--- title: "Invitation to Submit Proposals Hope Gap Steps" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-65e81ffb-fce4-4d36-8fc8-a11ed1a42f7a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-65e81ffb-fce4-4d36-8fc8-a11ed1a42f7a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-65e81ffb-fce4-4d36-8fc8-a11ed1a42f7a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-65e81ffb-fce4-4d36-8fc8-a11ed1a42f7a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SEAFORD TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2026-01-28" --- # Invitation to Submit Proposals Hope Gap Steps Buyer: SEAFORD TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-65e81ffb-fce4-4d36-8fc8-a11ed1a42f7a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-65e81ffb-fce4-4d36-8fc8-a11ed1a42f7a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-65e81ffb-fce4-4d36-8fc8-a11ed1a42f7a.json) ## Summary Seaford Town Council is initiating a procurement process under the planning stage titled "Invitation to Submit Proposals Hope Gap Steps" within the engineering and construction works industry category. This initiative pertains to coastal-defence works located in the South East of the United Kingdom. The process invites proposals for the repair or replacement of the Hope Gap steps, focusing on long-term durability and resilience. Key milestones include the engagement end date on 16th February 2026, with submission deadlines for proposals also set for 16th February 2026, by 5:00pm. Potential suppliers are encouraged to attend site visits scheduled on the 3rd, 4th, and 11th of February to gain a better understanding of the project requirements and site constraints. This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specializing in engineering, construction, and coastal-defence solutions. Companies experienced in managing eco-sensitive areas, regulatory compliance for structural works, and adaptation to coastal conditions will find this project particularly suitable. Given Seaford Town Council's emphasis on achieving best value, businesses capable of offering innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable solutions stand to benefit. While this process focuses on option appraisals at present, successful contractors may position themselves advantageously for future construction procurement, subject to separate approvals under the Procurement Act 2023. ## Notice Seaford Town Council are seeking expressions of interest and detailed proposals from suitably qualified and experienced contractors to design and cost options to repair or replace the Hope Gap steps, with the aim of returning them to safe public use. Due to the anticipated high costs of the project, proposals must focus on achieving best value over the full lifespan of the steps, taking into account durability, maintenance requirements and long-term resilience. Scope of Proposal Proposals should include, but not be limited to, the following: * Design and costed options for repair and/or replacement of the steps * Consideration of ecological and geological impacts * Identification of required permissions, consents and statutory approvals * A proposed methodology for undertaking the site works * A programme for delivery, including identification of the optimum times of year for construction * Where possible, suggested sources of external funding that may be available to support the works Site Constraints Tenderers should note that: * This stretch of coastline is classified as "No Active Intervention" within the Shoreline Management Plan * At high tide, waves frequently break at the base of the cliff * Any proposed solution must be capable of withstanding regular exposure to sea water * It is considered highly likely that some or all options may require additional coastal protection, such as a sea wall or similar measures. Proposals should therefore include the design and cost of such protection, where applicable Site Visits Seaford Town Council will be available to accompany site visits on the following dates: * Tuesday 3 February * Wednesday 4 February * Wednesday 11 February Submission Details * Deadline for submission: 5:00pm on Monday 16 February 2026 * Proposals should be submitted to: projectsandfacilities@seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk or posted to 37 Church Street, Seaford, BN25 1HG * Please note that all proposals and quotations received will be presented to Full Council for discussion and evaluation in due course, prior to any further decisions or actions being taken Seaford Town Council (STC) are seeking proposals and option appraisals only. STC is under no obligation to appoint any supplier, to select a preferred proposal, or to proceed to construction works. Any decision to progress to delivery, and any procurement of construction works, would be subject to separate approval and a separate procurement process in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eba17202-cf6b-46dd-9202-dd7f97e3d1c8 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Jan 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 16 Feb 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SEAFORD TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | SEAFORD | | Post town | Brighton | | Postcode | BN25 1HG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | | ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC | | Local authority | Lewes | | Electoral ward | Seaford Central | | Westminster constituency | Lewes | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45220000 - Engineering works and construction works - 45243000 - Coastal-defence works ## Release History - 28 Jan 2026 at 12:08 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eba17202-cf6b-46dd-9202-dd7f97e3d1c8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eba17202-cf6b-46dd-9202-dd7f97e3d1c8 28th January 2026 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b259754b-7551-4a15-9b75-777581683993 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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