--- title: "Provision of Structural Engineering Advice & Services for the Maintenance & Refurbishment of the Blackpool Tower Steel Structure." ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a9766f69-683f-4137-add6-792b0ad811b1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a9766f69-683f-4137-add6-792b0ad811b1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a9766f69-683f-4137-add6-792b0ad811b1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a9766f69-683f-4137-add6-792b0ad811b1.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "BLACKPOOL COUNCIL" published: "2017-09-21" --- # Provision of Structural Engineering Advice & Services for the Maintenance & Refurbishment of the Blackpool Tower Steel Structure. Buyer: BLACKPOOL COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a9766f69-683f-4137-add6-792b0ad811b1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a9766f69-683f-4137-add6-792b0ad811b1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a9766f69-683f-4137-add6-792b0ad811b1.json) ## Summary Blackpool Council is inviting tenders for the provision of structural engineering advice and services specifically focused on the maintenance and refurbishment of the Blackpool Tower steel structure. This procurement process is currently in the Award stage, with the contract valued at £180,000, awarded to Ove Arup & Partners Ltd. The tender period ended on 30th May 2017, while the contract period extends from 1st September 2017 to 1st September 2019. The opportunity falls under the services category, specifically technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services, within the North West region of England. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in structural engineering and consultancy to expand their portfolio and gain a prestigious contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the buyer has expressed a preference for working with these types of organisations. Companies with expertise in structural inspections, maintenance strategies, and historical fabric management will be well-suited to compete for this project, ensuring the integrity and longevity of the iconic Blackpool Tower. ## Notice Blackpool Council requires professional services to provide Structural inspections and advice and supervision for the continuing maintenance and refurbishment of the listed Tower steel structure. The Council is seeking a Structural Engineering Consultant that will be able to carry out structural inspections and surveys of the existing steel structure, provide guidance and deliver works in relation to the listed and historic fabric. These services will range from advisory and feasibility work through to a full design and supervisory service. The contract of engagement will be the NEC3 professional services. In regards to the scope of works to be completed within this contract, there are 4 main areas which need to be considered. These are as follows: 1. Site visits to inspect the full tower via various access points every 6 months. 2. Yearly review of the Tower main legs using CCTV Cameras fed down the internal legs and via rope access. 3. Supervision of the works that were omitted from the original Blackpool Tower Painting contract. 4. Identification of Future work required. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d778d042-cdf1-4153-ab5a-8bb1f1f225f6 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Sep 2017 | | Submission deadline | 30 May 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 30 Aug 2017 | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2017 - 1 Sep 2019 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £200,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £180,000 | | 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 | BLACKPOOL COUNCIL | | Locality | BLACKPOOL | | Post town | Blackpool | | Postcode | FY1 1NA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool | | Local authority | Blackpool | | Electoral ward | Talbot | | Westminster constituency | Blackpool South | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | OVE ARUP & PARTNERS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services ## Release History - 21 Sep 2017 at 14:03 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d778d042-cdf1-4153-ab5a-8bb1f1f225f6 - 26 Apr 2017 at 14:49 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d778d042-cdf1-4153-ab5a-8bb1f1f225f6 - 24 Mar 2017 at 18:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d778d042-cdf1-4153-ab5a-8bb1f1f225f6 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d778d042-cdf1-4153-ab5a-8bb1f1f225f6 21st September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com Opportunity reference - DN234677 ## Notice URLs - http://www.blackpool.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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