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title: "Refurbishment of Top Lodge Visitor Centre Barn into an Artist Studio"
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# Refurbishment of Top Lodge Visitor Centre Barn into an Artist Studio

Buyer: FORESTRY COMMISSION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bd1cebe3-c3a0-4b94-98cc-b38f8965422b

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## Summary

The Forestry Commission is currently soliciting tenders for the refurbishment of the Top Lodge Visitor Centre Barn into an artist studio. This project involves significant renovation work, including the removal of existing flooring, installation of damp proof membranes, roof repairs, insulation, and electrical system setup. The tender was published on 20th April 2018, with a deadline for suppliers to express their interest by 5:00 PM on 11th May 2018. The value of the contract is £30,000 and it falls under the works category within the refurbishment industry. The location for the project is in the East Midlands region of England.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the construction and renovation sectors. Businesses with expertise in refurbishment work, especially those familiar with listed buildings and artistic studio standards, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The open procurement method suggests that this is an accessible opportunity for a diverse range of contractors to participate in a project that not only enhances public facilities but can also significantly contribute to their portfolio of completed works.

## Notice

The Forestry Commission is inviting tenders for the supply, delivery and installation of a refurbishment of a grade II listed single storey barn into an artist studio. The project briefly comprises of, remove existing block paved floor, supply and install (S&I) a fully damp proof membrane concrete floor with screed finish. Re-fix existing roof tiles to existing roof where breakages or daylight can be viewed, S&I kingspan (or similar) 100mm insulation to ceiling, plaster board over and decorate in matt white paint. S&I electrical system from existing fuse board including lighting. S&I internal pvc glazed doors that shall act as the main entrance point to 10.No. arches. S&I half round 112mm guttering to both eaves. S&I kitchenette. Please express your interest in this tender to Simon Mills at the Sherwood office by email by the 11th of May 2018 to allow us to notify you of any questions and answers we may receive. Additional information: Suppliers must express their interest in this tender by 17:00 Friday 11th May 2018. To express an interest please email: Simon.mills@forestry.gsi.gov.uk Suppliers must download the attached tender documents by the same date.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fd11048-9639-42e5-834e-9edaf103d8b3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 11 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 May 2018 - 27 Jun 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| 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 | FORESTRY COMMISSION |
| Locality | CLIPSTONE, MANSFIELD |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG21 9JL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF15 North Nottinghamshire |
| Local authority | Newark and Sherwood |
| Electoral ward | Edwinstowe & Clipstone |
| Westminster constituency | Sherwood Forest |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2018 at 09:05 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fd11048-9639-42e5-834e-9edaf103d8b3
- 20 Apr 2018 at 07:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fd11048-9639-42e5-834e-9edaf103d8b3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fd11048-9639-42e5-834e-9edaf103d8b3
  20th April 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/31e9f1d9-020b-42c2-87ba-cd773eaf6a24
  Invitation to Tender
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/38ed27b6-3651-4443-a972-7e724ee5e926
  Appendix A - Specification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/0a3fbae0-bcc4-4520-8728-d4e07ed92fd8
  Utility Survey
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f3dee4cb-4c84-487e-be2f-a12ef56e18d2
  Site Layout
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/aa6ae84e-9365-44df-bb98-8d4084a87ff5
  Existing Layout

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