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# Structural Engineering Consultant Services - Former St Matthew's Church

Buyer: GIROSCOPE LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c29dc020-f7cc-4d7c-96dc-aa10362bc96f

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## Summary

Giroscope Limited is seeking a qualified Structural Engineering Consultant for the refurbishment of the former St Matthew's Church located on Boulevard, Kingston Upon Hull, HU3 2TA. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 1st December 2020. The project budget ranges between £5,000 to £10,000, with planning approval pending as of 20th November 2020. This project falls under the works category and will require services related to structural engineering consultancy, as per the CPV classification (71312000).

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in structural engineering and refurbishment projects, particularly those with experience in working on listed buildings. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector organisations (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as they stand to benefit from a contract that involves significant community heritage restoration and development of a multi-functional facility, which includes a café and event space. Engaging in this tender could enhance their portfolio and contribute positively to community projects.

## Notice

Giroscope Limited acquired the freehold of the former St Matthew's Church in 2018. Since then we have cleared the building, removed the pews and made emergency repairs where necessary. We have also reinstated the War Memorial window situated at the western end of the building, one of its key heritage features. We are looking for Structural Engineer services for the refurbishment of the building once planning permission has been secured. The building is Grade 2 listed, with its broach tower and War Memorial window being its two key features of heritage interest. The proposed works will involve installing mezzanine levels to both the southern and northern aisles of the former church. These mezzanines will have rooms constructed upon them with space for a gallery/walkway facing the nave. A small narthex will be constructed at the western entrance, situated underneath a walkway connecting the two mezzanines. This will double as a viewing area for the War Memorial window. The roofs of each aisle will be replaced with an insulated warm roofs allowing for roof lights to be installed. Stair and lift access will also be installed to the mezzanines. Below the mezzanines a toilet and kitchen area will be constructed. We will remove the organ at the NE corner of the church allowing access from the mezzanine to the tower and chancel. We will install a new heating system in the building incorporating underfloor heating to the nave. Other plumbing and electrical works will be carried out where necessary and appropriate. Other repairs and renewals will be made to the fabric of the building as part of this project. Planning Reference: 20/00935/FULL | Change of use from church (Grade II Listed) to mixed use community facility, including cafe, business/workshop space, meeting and teaching rooms, event space, education zone, community market. External alterations including the installation of conservation style roof lights to north and south side aisle roofs, installation of on-roof solar photovoltaic panels to main south facing roof, the dropping of a window sill to ground level in the east elevation of the tower to create a fire escape door, and creation of external ramps. | Former St Matthews Church Boulevard Kingston Upon Hull HU3 2TA. *Currently awaiting planning and Listed Building Consent decision due 20th November 2020. Additional information: please refer to our website for further information about this contract

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b1acf06-6210-49bc-9b4c-1c14d9ecc498 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Dec 2020 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,000 |
| 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 | GIROSCOPE LIMITED |
| Locality | HULL |
| Post town | Hull |
| Postcode | HU3 2SJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Local authority | Kingston upon Hull, City of |
| Electoral ward | St Andrew's & Docklands |
| Westminster constituency | Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71312000 - Structural engineering consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2020 at 14:38 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b1acf06-6210-49bc-9b4c-1c14d9ecc498
- 18 Nov 2020 at 14:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b1acf06-6210-49bc-9b4c-1c14d9ecc498

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b1acf06-6210-49bc-9b4c-1c14d9ecc498
  31st May 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.giroscope.org.uk

## Provenance

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