--- title: "Conservation Repair Works - Former Post Office, Lowestoft" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9f599111-518d-4145-a2ca-b08499c94c1b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9f599111-518d-4145-a2ca-b08499c94c1b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9f599111-518d-4145-a2ca-b08499c94c1b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9f599111-518d-4145-a2ca-b08499c94c1b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "EAST SUFFOLK DISTRICT COUNCIL" published: "2021-09-08" --- # Conservation Repair Works - Former Post Office, Lowestoft Buyer: EAST SUFFOLK DISTRICT COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9f599111-518d-4145-a2ca-b08499c94c1b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9f599111-518d-4145-a2ca-b08499c94c1b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9f599111-518d-4145-a2ca-b08499c94c1b.json) ## Summary East Suffolk District Council is currently undertaking the planning stage of a procurement process for the "Conservation Repair Works" at the Former Post Office located on London Road North, Lowestoft. The project aims to restore this Grade II Listed building, with expected work commencement in December 2021 and completion by the end of March 2022. The indicative budget for the project is set at £590,000, with a key milestone of engagement ending on 30th September 2021. Businesses interested in this tender can find early engagement documents published on Contracts Finder. This tender represents a significant opportunity for specialist contractors experienced in conservation and restoration work, particularly those who have a strong background in projects involving listed buildings. Companies offering services in stone work repairs, roofing, and sustainable sourcing will find this procurement particularly suited to their capabilities. The involvement in this project not only allows for market expansion but also encourages local workforce engagement, which could enhance the bidders' competitive edge in the tendering process. ## Notice East Suffolk Council wishes to procure the services of specialist and suitably experienced contractor/s to undertake conservation repair works to the exterior of the Grade II Listed Former Post Office, 51 London Road North, Lowestoft. A full schedule of requirements will be made available when the RFT is live October 2021, however an emerging list of works required include the following: * construction of scaffold around the listed building * repair and refurbishment of the existing windows to the Listed building (circa 44 windows at first and second floor. This element may form a separate contract with an earlier start than the main contract. To be confirmed.) * install new timber framed windows / doors at ground floor * repair and replacement of the existing roof tile, removing concrete tiles and replacing with Welsh slate * possible relocation of the existing access ramp, together with new steps and new metal railings * stone work repairs and some replacement - extent to be confirmed * appropriate cleaning of stone facade * repair and reinstatement of cast iron rainwater goods * installation of suitable bird protection measures - extent to be confirmed * Jetting out and CCTV survey of existing above ground rainwater goods Please note the works are required to commence on site beginning of December 2021 with all works to be completed by the end of March 2022. Tenderers need to be able to meet these timescales. Pass/fail - demonstration of suitable experience, at least two projects, within the last 3 years. Stone work repairs, roofing, work on Listed buildings. Specialist accreditations required? Pass / Fail - ability to undertake the project within the timeframes stipulated Quality - sustainability - location as a minimum - engaging the local workforce a bonus. Responsible sourcing of materials. Indicative project budget: PS590,000 We will be holding a 'Meet the Buyer' event on 30th September 2021 to discuss the project, provide networking opportunities and speak to the Project Team. If you would be interested in attending, please email jerene.irwin@chaplinfarrant.com to register your interest. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df9aba07-2cc7-47f0-b6d3-8905bfe95557 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Sep 2021 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 30 Sep 2021 | | 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 | EAST SUFFOLK DISTRICT COUNCIL | | Locality | LOWESTOFT | | Post town | Norwich | | Postcode | NR33 0EQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk | | ITL 3 | TLH63 East Suffolk | | Local authority | East Suffolk | | Electoral ward | Kirkley & Pakefield | | Westminster constituency | Lowestoft | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45213000 - Construction work for commercial buildings, warehouses and industrial buildings, buildings relating to transport ## Release History - 8 Sep 2021 at 08:30 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df9aba07-2cc7-47f0-b6d3-8905bfe95557 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df9aba07-2cc7-47f0-b6d3-8905bfe95557 8th September 2021 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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