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title: "Invitation to submit a Pre-qualification Questionnaire for Main Building Contractor for Ely Museum's Unlocking the Potential of the Old Gaol Project"
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# Invitation to submit a Pre-qualification Questionnaire for Main Building Contractor for Ely Museum's Unlocking the Potential of the Old Gaol Project

Buyer: GLEEDS UK  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c44bdf23-c29c-4f83-8596-917dbf38642e

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## Summary

The Ely Museum CIO is seeking a Main Building Contractor for the "Unlocking the Potential of the Old Gaol Project" through a direct procurement method. This tender, which falls within the construction industry category, is currently in the Planning stage, with the tender period ending on 10th May 2019. The project aims to refurbish and structurally remodel the historic Old Gaol building, incorporating new access features and replacing existing services. The construction contract is valued at £850,000, with the intended contract period starting on 23rd August 2019 and concluding by 26th June 2020.

This procurement opportunity presents significant prospects for construction firms, particularly those with experience in historical site renovations and building adaptations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as they may possess the relevant skills and flexibility needed for such projects. Interested contractors need to submit a Pre-qualification Questionnaire to be considered among a shortlist of 4 to 5 contractors who will be invited to tender. This is an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in heritage refurbishment and construction services.

## Notice

Following Ely Museum CIO being awarded a Second Round National Lottery Heritage Fund grant, the Museum are seeking to appoint a Building Contractor via a restrictive traditional procurement route. In summary, the scheme includes the internal structural remodelling/ repairs/ refurbishment of the Listed Old Gaol building and existing single storey extension together with the alteration works to the single storey extension to form a two storey structure that will incorporate a new passenger lift to provide access to the upper floor the Old Gaol. Existing services throughout the building will be replaced with new installations. The Exhibition Fit-out contract to the gallery spaces will be a separate contract and will take place following the completion of the construction contract. It is intended to use a JCT Standard Intermediate Building Contract 2016 Additional information: Gleeds Cost Management Limited have been appointed by Ely Museum CIO to provide Cost Management Services covering the delivery phase of the Unlocking the Potential of the Old Gaol project. The purpose of this Contract Notice is to seek expressions of interests from building contractors with relevant previous experience to the project via the completion of a Pre-qualification Questionnaire that will be assessed to determine a tender short list of 4 to 5 contractors who will be invited to submit a tender. Please apply directly to the buyer to obtain a copy of the Pre-qualification Questionnaire using the following contact Email address: Tim.Fory@gleeds.co.uk Closing date: 10th May 2019

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ea48533-bfce-4139-abec-4bf95e140093 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 10 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Aug 2019 - 26 Jun 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £850,000 |
| 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 | GLEEDS UK |
| Locality | CAMBRIDGE |
| Post town | Cambridge |
| Postcode | CB3 0RA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | Cambridge |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Cambridge |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 92520000 - Museum services and preservation services of historical sites and buildings

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2019 at 07:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ea48533-bfce-4139-abec-4bf95e140093

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ea48533-bfce-4139-abec-4bf95e140093
  15th April 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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