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title: "Southport Pier Opening Up Works"
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# Southport Pier Opening Up Works

Buyer: SEFTON COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e0c12812-ec0e-4a26-a009-ba310771850a

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## Summary

The Sefton Council is inviting tenders for the "Southport Pier Opening Up Works" project, which involves carrying out opening up & survey works to establish the scope and quantum for the future Southport Pier Refurbishment Works. The procurement stage is an award with a contract value of £400,000 GBP. The tender deadline was on 6th October 2023, with the contract period starting on 20th November 2023 and ending on 26th January 2024. This opportunity falls under the construction works category and is located in England.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses involved in construction works, especially those experienced in structural repairs and renovations. Since the Sefton Council specifically mentions SME suitability, small and medium-sized enterprises are encouraged to participate in this open procedure tender. Businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the construction industry, particularly in pier refurbishments and structural surveys, are well-suited to compete for this contract.

## Notice

Project Objectives - To carry out opening up & survey works to establish the scope and quantum for the future Southport Pier Refurbishment Works. Scope The works encompass the selection of 4No sections of Pier that best represent the differing levels of deterioration (seaward, landside, lakeside). * The design, supply and installation of temporary works. * The taking up of existing timber decking and bearers. * Allow safe access for surveys on the condition of the structural elements of the pier to take place. * Ascertain the extent of works that may be required in total. * Take responsibility for the timely completion of surveys. * Take responsibility for instructing the extent and scope of surveys. Particular consideration will be required to Surveys to be sufficiently intrusive and extensive to inform: * Extent of repairs required to cast iron columns (to allow a lifespan of 60 years). * Extent of repairs required to all cast iron / steel section above & below decking. * Structural requirements / amendments required to support the weight of a passenger train. * Structural requirements / amendments required to remove / replace timber noggins & metal packers on pillars (& any other 'temporary' structural fixes). * Repairs / replacement of hidden flanges. * Extent of radius work correction required to edges of steel.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7148fc3-4221-4366-9212-bdd65e771f73 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Sep 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Oct 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Nov 2023 - 26 Jan 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| 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 | SEFTON COUNCIL |
| Locality | BOOTLE |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L20 3NJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton |
| Local authority | Sefton |
| Electoral ward | Derby |
| Westminster constituency | Bootle |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 15 Sep 2023 at 12:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7148fc3-4221-4366-9212-bdd65e771f73

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a7148fc3-4221-4366-9212-bdd65e771f73
  15th September 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=f8d7d0f1-ba53-ee11-8124-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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