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title: "Construction of Livestock Buildings and Associated Works at Dowerfield Farm, Dorset"
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# Construction of Livestock Buildings and Associated Works at Dowerfield Farm, Dorset

Buyer: DORSET COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6e565584-3fc9-4a48-ba74-c00108cae098

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## Summary

Dorset County Council is procuring the construction of livestock buildings and associated works at Dowerfield Farm, Dorset, with a total contract value of £300,000. This project falls under the category of agricultural buildings construction work (CPV 45213240) and requires the demolition of existing structures, site preparation, and construction of new buildings, among other tasks. The tender was published on 5th July 2017, with a tender period ending on 7th August 2017. The contract is expected to commence on 1st September 2017 and conclude by 31st December 2017, and the procurement method used is an open procedure.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for construction firms specialising in agricultural projects, particularly those experienced in the erection of livestock buildings. Companies that provide demolition, civil engineering, and drainage services may also find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. The completion of the works within an eight-week timeframe will require efficient project management and resource allocation, highlighting the importance for potential bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and the capacity to deliver on time.

## Notice

Construction of new livestock building with ancillary works. The works comprise of: demolition of existing buildings, site preparation, excavations, foundations; supply and erection of the livestock buildings, roof sheeting, side cladding, rain water goods: supply and installation of gates and sheeted doors and concrete panel walling; external concrete aprons, internal works, trench works, drainage and lighting. The works are anticipated to be completed within 8 weeks. The procurement documents and ability to submit a tender are available from the following website: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=369b6ff8-735d-e711-80e3-005056b64545&p=696a9836-1895-e511-8105-000c29c9ba2

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e139dafd-0f1c-4bef-bca5-d445e063e0a5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Aug 2017 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2017 - 31 Dec 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £159,926 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DORSET COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | DORCHESTER |
| Post town | Dorchester |
| Postcode | DT1 1XJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK64 Dorset |
| Local authority | Dorset |
| Electoral ward | Dorchester West |
| Westminster constituency | West Dorset |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | W E PHILLIPS & SONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45213240 - Agricultural buildings construction work
- 45213241 - Barn construction work
- 45213242 - Cowsheds construction work

## Release History

- 29 Aug 2017 at 08:34 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e139dafd-0f1c-4bef-bca5-d445e063e0a5
- 5 Jul 2017 at 13:03 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e139dafd-0f1c-4bef-bca5-d445e063e0a5
- 5 Jul 2017 at 12:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e139dafd-0f1c-4bef-bca5-d445e063e0a5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e139dafd-0f1c-4bef-bca5-d445e063e0a5
  29th August 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dorsetforyou.com/
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=369b6ff8-735d-e711-80e3-005056b64545&p=696a9836-1895-e511-8105-000c29c9ba2

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