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title: "Safeguarding Works to Burslem Indoor Market, Retail Units & Residential Apartments"
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# Safeguarding Works to Burslem Indoor Market, Retail Units & Residential Apartments

Buyer: STOKE-ON-TRENT CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-680c713a-2044-4339-814b-311172c3b427

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## Summary

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is overseeing a procurement process for safeguarding works on the historic Burslem Indoor Market and associated properties, including retail units and residential apartments in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent. The project, classified under the industry category of multi-functional buildings construction work, aims to make the structure safe and weather-tight by undertaking repairs to the external building fabric. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with an end date of 29 November 2024. The contract period is set from 6 January 2025 to 31 March 2025. The total project value is £250,000, and the procurement method is open procedure (below threshold), making it accessible for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in construction, refurbishment, and building maintenance to grow their portfolio with a high-profile project. Companies with experience in managing Grade II listed buildings, handling asbestos removal, and conducting complex repairs will be well-suited to compete. The diverse scope of works, from mechanical and electrical tasks to health and safety compliance, offers varied avenues for specialists within the construction industry to secure a portion of this multifaceted project. Business growth can be bolstered through association with such a notable civic restoration, enhancing reputation and providing a substantial reference for future projects.

## Notice

The historic Stoke-on-Trent indoor market has been Grade II listed - 20 years after it closed its doors. Burslem indoor market opened in 1879 but closed in 2003 following a ceiling collapse and has remained empty ever since. The building, which is owned by Stoke-on-Trent City Council, has been listed at Grade II by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport on the advice of Historic England, giving it greater protection and recognition. The council is 'looking into options' for the future use of the market that will enhance the historic building, relate to its former function and bring life back into the town centre. Feasibility studies are being undertaken to advise on potential future uses. The properties include Burslem Market Hall, associated residential apartments, and retail units 22 Queen Street, 26 Queen Street, 32 Queen Street and 34 Queen Street, located on Queen Street, Burslem, Stoke on Trent. The properties are Grade II listed building and are located within the Burslem Conservation Area. The aim of the project is to undertake repairs to the external building fabric including roofs, external walls and internal structure to make the structure safe, wind and weathertight. Works include the following: - Temporary works and associated scaffolding for all properties Burslem Market Hall: - Works to address water ingress issues and ensure the building is wind and weather tight including roofing, lead box gutter and external brickwork repairs, and repairs to internal wall finishes etc. - Works to address health and safety hazards to the interior and exterior of the building - Works to address disrepair to internal floor, roof and staircase structures - Asbestos removal and encapsulation works - Internal health and safety works - Works to install lighting and emergency lighting - Works to address statutory compliance issues. Retail Units: - Internal works - Mechanical and electrical - Fire risk assessment - Asbestos removal (34 Queen Street only) - New stairs access (34 Queen Street only) Residential apartments: - Remedial works and repairs to rainwater disposal installation - Chimney and brickwork repairs - Pitched roof repairs - Internal works - Mechanical and electrical - Internal and external doors - Fire risk assessment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2295d929-8e5f-4fd7-95a1-270063f50da6 |
| 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 | 31 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| 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 | STOKE-ON-TRENT CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | STOKE-ON-TRENT |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST4 1HH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent |
| Local authority | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Electoral ward | Hartshill Park & Stoke |
| Westminster constituency | Stoke-on-Trent Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45211350 - Multi-functional buildings construction work
- 45212170 - Entertainment building construction work
- 45212300 - Construction work for art and cultural buildings
- 45212310 - Construction work for buildings relating to exhibitions
- 45212320 - Construction work for buildings relating to artistic performances
- 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest
- 45213100 - Construction work for commercial buildings
- 45213200 - Construction work for warehouses and industrial buildings
- 45213250 - Construction work for industrial buildings
- 45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings
- 45262700 - Building alteration work
- 71500000 - Construction-related services

## Release History

- 31 Oct 2024 at 15:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2295d929-8e5f-4fd7-95a1-270063f50da6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2295d929-8e5f-4fd7-95a1-270063f50da6
  31st October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=2f0af032-0496-ef11-8132-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- https://www.stoke.gov.uk

## Provenance

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