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title: "Procurement of Contractor to complete the design and construction of a new office development (CAT A, B & C) and associated external works and service connections"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MUSE DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED ON BEHALF OF BLACKPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2021-06-21"
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# Procurement of Contractor to complete the design and construction of a new office development (CAT A, B & C) and associated external works and service connections

Buyer: MUSE DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED ON BEHALF OF BLACKPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b568424e-1c7f-4033-b4ee-8b5c04af5e98

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Muse Developments Limited on behalf of Blackpool Borough Council, aims to contract a contractor for the design and construction of a new office development within Blackpool town centre, Lancashire. This project falls under the construction works category and is currently in the Tender stage, with the tender period ending on 2nd August 2021. Key aspects of the project include the construction of a 220,000 square foot office building, the creation of a high-quality public realm, and necessary infrastructure works. The contract is set to commence on 4th October 2021 and continue until 31st August 2024.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for construction firms looking to expand their portfolio, especially those experienced in large-scale commercial developments, public realm improvements, and sustainability practices. Businesses that specialise in general contracting, fit-out services, landscaping, and utilities management would find this project particularly relevant, as it encompasses a diverse range of construction activities and requires adherence to stringent environmental standards such as achieving a BREEAM rating of 'Excellent' and Net Zero Carbon performance.

## Notice

The Works represent part of the wider master plan to regenerate the Talbot Gateway area located within Blackpool town centre, Lancashire to deliver a high quality town centre environment including new public realm / spaces and a high quality mix of commercial, leisure and retail uses. The Client will be undertaking major investment in the remediation of the Site and is working in partnership with Blackpool Council to deliver the remediation of the development site prior to the main office development works commencing. The requirements for the office development are fully detailed within the RIBA Stage '4' Reports included within the tender documents and generally comprises: * A new 220,000 square foot (GIA), 7 storey office building comprising the shell / core construction with both Category 'A' and 'B' fit out works with the requirement to achieve a BREEAM rating of 'Excellent and Net Zero Carbon performance criteria * The creation of a high quality public realm comprising hard / soft landscaping works including the pedestrianisation of King Street; way finding signage, high quality street lighting, public seating etc. * Site wide infrastructure works including the diversion of existing below ground utility services, construction of new sub-stations and the provision of new utility services; new foul and surface water drainage etc The procurement process is being conducted under the competitive tender with negotiation process. Muse Developments Ltd intend to shortlist 4 bidders to receive and complete the Invitation to submit initial tender for this project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88c208c0-a46e-4af3-b8eb-0702e39bb24f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Oct 2021 - 31 Aug 2024 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MUSE DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED ON BEHALF OF BLACKPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M3 5EN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Ordsall |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 21 Jun 2021 at 11:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88c208c0-a46e-4af3-b8eb-0702e39bb24f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88c208c0-a46e-4af3-b8eb-0702e39bb24f
  21st June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=2ec32c39-7dd2-eb11-810c-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.blackpool.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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