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title: "IA2516 Staffordshire History Centre - Construction Contractor"
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buyer: "STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# IA2516 Staffordshire History Centre - Construction Contractor

Buyer: STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e693de1a-4ea6-493b-9295-293e35f90dce

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## Summary

Staffordshire County Council is inviting tenders for the construction of the new Staffordshire History Centre, located in Stafford, UK. This project falls under the construction industry category, specifically addressing works related to cultural buildings, exhibitions, and heritage sites. The tender is currently at the Selection Questionnaire (SQ) stage of a two-stage open tender process. Key dates include the tender deadline on 13 January 2022, with the contract anticipated to commence on 1 July 2022 and run until 31 August 2023. The total estimated value of the contract is £3.5 million, and it follows a selective procurement method.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in construction, particularly those with expertise in cultural heritage projects and public buildings. Businesses with a solid track record in previous construction works and a focus on quality will be well-suited to compete in this tender process. Engaging in this project could enable contractors to enhance their portfolios, establish stronger relationships with public sector clients, and contribute to the cultural landscape of Staffordshire.

## Notice

Staffordshire County Council is looking to create a new History Centre for Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent. The vision is for a rejuvenated service based on the site of the existing Staffordshire Records Office and William Salt Library, in Stafford. The ambition is for an Archives and Heritage service to be fit for the future that will engage in new ways with an expanded audience; to create a welcoming destination for all of those with and interest in local history. For full detail on the project requirements please register an interest and download the full tender documentation. Please note this is a two-stage open tender process, where the Council is looking to appoint one contractor. Stage 1 is the Selection Questionnaire (SQ) stage that contains number of Pass/Fail questions and 100% weighting assessing quality. All questions will concentrate on bidders past experience. This stage is open to all bidders to apply. At the end of the SQ stage 6 bidders will be shortlisted to go through to the Invitation to Tender (ITT) Stage 2. Stage 2 will have 60% weighting against Quality and 40% weighting against Price. All ITT documents (stage 2) are currently in draft format and have been provided for information only and will be finalised and issued to shortlisted bidders to commence stage 2.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/314924fc-19f0-49bb-a257-81d58b9550a3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2022 - 31 Aug 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,500,000 |
| 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 | STAFFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | STAFFORD |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST16 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Stafford |
| Electoral ward | Forebridge |
| Westminster constituency | Stafford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45212300 - Construction work for art and cultural buildings
- 45212310 - Construction work for buildings relating to exhibitions
- 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

## Release History

- 2 Dec 2021 at 16:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/314924fc-19f0-49bb-a257-81d58b9550a3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/314924fc-19f0-49bb-a257-81d58b9550a3
  2nd December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
  Reply via the Proactis Supplier Network

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