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title: "ESPH SB RDC Architecture + Urbanism Lot 5 Further Competition - Lead Architect for De La Warr Pavilion (ESPH608 JB) - AWARD"
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# ESPH SB RDC Architecture + Urbanism Lot 5 Further Competition - Lead Architect for De La Warr Pavilion (ESPH608 JB) - AWARD

Buyer: ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d1e73661-eaf8-46fc-a08c-bec629769f68

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## Summary

Rother District Council has completed the award stage for the contract titled "ESPH SB RDC Architecture + Urbanism Lot 5 Further Competition - Lead Architect for De La Warr Pavilion (ESPH608 JB) - AWARD". The project, situated in Bexhill, East Sussex, seeks architectural services for the renovation and regeneration of the De La Warr Pavilion. The works will address conservation issues, improve environmental systems, enhance access and visitor flow, and upgrade both internal and external facilities. Classified under the "Architectural and related services" industry category (CPV code 71200000), the project was procured through the Architecture and Urbanism Framework Lot 5, targeting suppliers in civic, cultural, and societal infrastructure. The contract period spans from 23 October 2023 to 31 December 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in architectural and urban design services, particularly those with expertise in conservation, environmental sustainability, and public realm improvements. SME and VCSE firms are well-suited to compete, offering innovative solutions for complex renovation projects. By participating, businesses can enhance their portfolio with a high-profile project, gain exposure, and contribute to the cultural and environmental rejuvenation of a historically significant site. Rother District Council's investment underscores their commitment to local development, opening a pathway for firms looking to expand their influence in public sector projects.

## Notice

Rother District Council are looking to appoint an architect as lead designer for the renovation and regenreation of the De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill, East Sussex. The lead designer will be responsible for: o Conservation works to address all areas of deterioration identified in the condition and structural reports, and surveys o Building fabric works to improve long term maintenance of the Pavilion o Development of new environmental systems, working towards net carbon ambitions and to reduce running costs o Provision of improved access into and around the building for artists and audiences o Repairs and restoration to the South Staircase window, also addressing wider issues with metalwork and windows throughout the site o Building fabric repairs to the flat roof to address water ingress and resultant corrosion o Conservation of the entrance canopy, which suffers differential movement at the expansion joint o Review of external signage, which often suffers breakages o Restoration of the auditorium o Providing ancillary services to the auditorium, including cloakroom, WCs and bars o Upgrading backstage facilities to the auditorium, which are currently inadequate for the status of acts performing there o Improving visitor flow and entrance routes, particularly from the south terrace, where most visitors arrive from due to Rother District Council's substantial investment in remodelling Bexhill seafront o Considering gallery reconfiguration to improve visitor flow and identity of galleries o Developing and maximising commercial operations Caf?, Bars, Retail and event spaces o Improvements to the local public realm around the Pavilion and better connection to Bexhill Town Centre o Development of additional footprint to accommodate desired outputs o Consideration and use of adjacent buildings to house DLWP facilities Full details are in the Request For Proposal issued from this portal. This procurement is being conducted via the Architecture and Urbanism Framework Lot 5 Civic, Cultural & Societal Infrastructure. Only suppliers registered on this Lot and expressed are invited to bid.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff0ca496-bacc-4954-9b94-32b39f5e8604 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Sep 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Nov 2023 |
| Contract period | 22 Oct 2023 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,638,590 |
| 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 | ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | EAST SUSSEX |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN39 3JX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Rother |
| Electoral ward | Bexhill Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bexhill and Battle |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HAWORTHTOMPKINS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71200000 - Architectural and related services

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2024 at 14:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff0ca496-bacc-4954-9b94-32b39f5e8604

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff0ca496-bacc-4954-9b94-32b39f5e8604
  22nd July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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