--- title: "Installation of Retractable Raked Seating System" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9b832219-1efe-4379-a64b-962098174601" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b832219-1efe-4379-a64b-962098174601" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b832219-1efe-4379-a64b-962098174601.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b832219-1efe-4379-a64b-962098174601.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DORCHESTER TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2020-12-16" --- # Installation of Retractable Raked Seating System Buyer: DORCHESTER TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b832219-1efe-4379-a64b-962098174601 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9b832219-1efe-4379-a64b-962098174601) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9b832219-1efe-4379-a64b-962098174601.json) ## Summary The Dorchester Town Council is seeking tenders for the installation of a retractable raked seating system in the Corn Exchange, Dorchester, as part of a facilities upgrade for performances. This project falls under the works category, with a budget estimated between £50,000 and £60,000. The open procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 11th January 2021. Interested bidders are required to adhere to specific structural standards and guidelines detailed in the tender document. This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses in the manufacturing and installation of seating systems, particularly those specialising in theatre or auditorium furnishings. Companies with experience in bespoke seating solutions, upholstered products, and compliance with rigorous building standards will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in this project may also pave the way for future collaborations with public entities focused on facility enhancements. ## Notice Raked seating Value of contract: PS50,000 - PS60,000 As part of an overall upgrade to the facilities for performances at the Municipal Buildings, Dorchester Town Council wishes to install a retractable raked seating system in the Corn Exchange. The specification would be to provide and install a high quality recessed system providing seating for a minimum of 144 audience members on the raked system itself, with options to provide further seating in front of the rake which can be used as required and stored separately when not needed. The system should provide upholstered individual seats (as opposed to bench seating), be power-operated and partial opening must be possible to allow flexible use of space. Costings for fascia panels, storage trolleys, rails and any other ancillary items must be included. Layout drawings and information on point and wheel loadings for the system should be supplied. Standards to be complied with: Structural standards and Design Guidelines: BS6399 Design loadings for buildings BS5950 Structural use of steelwork in buildings BS4360 Specifications of weldable structural steel EN 10147 Galvanised structural steel Steels to comply with: BS EN 10147 Grade S350GD+Z/ZF (390N/mm2) Front & rear beam sections Other components comply to one of following: BS EN 10025:1993-S275 BS EN 10219-1:1997 S355JsH BS 970 Part 3:1991 070M20 Upholstery fabric and foam comply with... BS EN 1021-1:2006 (cigarette) BS EN 1021-2:2006 (match) BS 5852: 2004 Section 4 Ignition Source 5 BS7176: 2007 Medium Hazard. The under structure is to consist of steel components, welded and/or bolted together. NB: columns to incorporate adjustable cantilevers. Fully welded system will not be considered. Guidance system is to be of all steel construction. Platform to platform interface to have nylon pads in row-to-row contact area, to minimise noise when the unit is partially loaded. Contact with building floor to be with hard polyurethane tyre nylon wheels, with needle roller bearings, minimum 4 per column. Guarantee period for retractable unit must be minimum of 10 years. If you are interested in tendering for this project please complete the Expression of Interest form. Any queries please contact Mark Tattersall, Artistic Director at Dorchester Arts T: 07875 634173 Email: mark@dorchesterarts.org.uk Additional information: If you are interested in this contract please download and complete the expression of interest form and return it to Mark Tattersall, Artistic Director, Dorchester Arts T:- 07875 634173 Email:- mark@dorchesterarts.org.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee845953-b383-46fd-8fa6-c222f4d6224e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Dec 2020 | | Submission deadline | 11 Jan 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Jul 2021 - 10 Sep 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £60,000 | | 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 | DORCHESTER TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | DORCHESTER | | Post town | Dorchester | | Postcode | DT1 1JF | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products ### Codes - 39111200 - Theatre seats ## Release History - 16 Dec 2020 at 11:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee845953-b383-46fd-8fa6-c222f4d6224e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ee845953-b383-46fd-8fa6-c222f4d6224e 16th December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/28a83bbb-f6eb-417c-9688-9c8a2e36f54a Expression of Interest Form to be completed ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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