--- title: "External Refurbishment Works to Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool - AWARD" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-76341b75-8229-4a8c-9bca-0b9dcf6e8550" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-76341b75-8229-4a8c-9bca-0b9dcf6e8550" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-76341b75-8229-4a8c-9bca-0b9dcf6e8550.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-76341b75-8229-4a8c-9bca-0b9dcf6e8550.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NATIONAL MUSEUMS LIVERPOOL" published: "2024-02-21" --- # External Refurbishment Works to Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool - AWARD Buyer: NATIONAL MUSEUMS LIVERPOOL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-76341b75-8229-4a8c-9bca-0b9dcf6e8550 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-76341b75-8229-4a8c-9bca-0b9dcf6e8550) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-76341b75-8229-4a8c-9bca-0b9dcf6e8550.json) ## Summary The National Museums Liverpool has awarded a contract for the External Refurbishment Works to the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool. The total cost of the project is anticipated to be between £1.8m to £2.4m excluding VAT. The procurement method used was an open procedure. The tender period ended on 13th March 2023, with a contract period starting on 9th November 2023 and ending on 31st March 2024. This contract presents an opportunity for construction companies well-versed in stone and construction works to showcase their expertise. The project aims to refurbish and repair the iconic grade II* listed building, providing opportunities for businesses to contribute to the preservation and enhancement of cultural heritage sites. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate in this tender process, offering a chance for growth and collaboration with the National Museums Liverpool. ## Notice National Museums Liverpool (NML) is seeking to appoint an experienced contractor to carry out exterior refurbishment and repair works to the Walker Art Gallery (WAG) in Liverpool. The works include: ? Repair and partial replacement of eroded stone balustrades and cornices; ? Selective repair (including replacement/ consolidation of corroded stone in parts) and cleaning of stonework, and repointing of parts of elevations; ? Installation of small sections of handrail and access steps on roof for health and safety purposes; ? Replacement of timber duck boards to enable safe access at roof level for maintenance purposes, and replacement with UPVC equivalent. (Note this does not form part of the structure or fabric of the building, but simply sits on the roof). ? Repair and partial replacement of corroded metal railings; ? Boring out and expanding existing drainage holes on top of cornice to enable better drainage and prevent water holding and associated damage, and associated new and refixed leadwork. This project is funded by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport. The total cost of the capital project, including all elements such as direct works by NML, the design development, and the enabling and main build, is anticipated to be between ?1.8m to ?2.4m excluding VAT; or ?2.16m to 2.88m including VAT. Full details, technical requirements and scope of works are detailed in the accompanying suite of documents and appendices. Bidders must be able to deliver all works required for the project, either themselves or through their direct supply chain. The appointed Contractor will be responsible for the supply and installation of all works outlined within the Tender Documents. The successful contractor will work with the Lead Projects Coordinator in the Major Projects Team in NML, and the client Design Team from Walker Sime (Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor, Contract Administration), Curtins Consulting (Principal Designer and Engineering services), Hawthorn Design Practice (Heritage Designer), and representatives acting on behalf of NML as required to ensure an integrated approach to delivery. The Walker Art Gallery is a grade II* listed building showcasing world-class exhibitions and unique medieval to contemporary permanent collection. The building is located within the William Brown Street Conservation Area, and forms part of the renowned frontage of public buildings which line the north side of William Brown Street. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/471ccd8a-a1fc-4e9c-b760-48a444b2646e | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Feb 2024 | | Submission deadline | 13 Mar 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 4 May 2023 | | Contract period | 9 Nov 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,400,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £1,400,000 | | 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 | NATIONAL MUSEUMS LIVERPOOL | | Locality | MERSYSIDE | | Post town | Liverpool | | Postcode | L3 8EN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside | | ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool | | Local authority | Liverpool | | Electoral ward | City Centre North | | Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | KROL CORLETT CONSTRUCTION | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 44900000 - Stone for construction, limestone, gypsum and slate - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 21 Feb 2024 at 13:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/471ccd8a-a1fc-4e9c-b760-48a444b2646e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/471ccd8a-a1fc-4e9c-b760-48a444b2646e 21st February 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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