---
title: "Former Crown Court - External Weatherproofing Works"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ea882438-0613-43a9-b497-adf52a5b222c"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ea882438-0613-43a9-b497-adf52a5b222c"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ea882438-0613-43a9-b497-adf52a5b222c.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ea882438-0613-43a9-b497-adf52a5b222c.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WAKEFIELD COUNCIL CUSTOMER SERVICE"
published: "2018-07-06"
---

# Former Crown Court - External Weatherproofing Works

Buyer: WAKEFIELD COUNCIL CUSTOMER SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ea882438-0613-43a9-b497-adf52a5b222c

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ea882438-0613-43a9-b497-adf52a5b222c)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ea882438-0613-43a9-b497-adf52a5b222c.json)

## Summary

Wakefield Council Customer Service is currently managing a contract for the external weatherproofing works of the former Crown Court building, a grade II* listed civic structure in Wakefield, Yorkshire and the Humber. The procurement method employed for this project is a limited competitive quotation, aimed at addressing significant structural and weatherproofing issues identified during comprehensive surveys. The tender period concluded on 20th October 2017, and the awarded contract, valued at £837,947.75, commenced on 25th June 2018 and is set to end on 15th February 2019. This opportunity has been re-issued following an earlier procurement exercise, indicating the persistence of the requirements associated with this historic building.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in historical building preservation and waterproofing. Businesses that specialise in construction, roofing, and restoration services would be particularly well-suited to compete, as the project entails addressing complex issues related to the building's age and previous water damage. Engaging in this contract not only strengthens a business's portfolio through high-profile heritage work but also promotes sustainable practices by preserving the integrity of a significant architectural site.

## Notice

The former Crown Court Building is a grade II* listed civic building which has been an official court building for the city since 1810 until its closure in 1992. The project comprises of full works to the shell of the building and making the external fabric secure and weatherproof. Comprehensive surveys were undertaken during the period of October 2015 - March 2016 by Thomas Ford & Partners which have identified aspects such as timber deterioration, structural bearings and poor plaster conditions however, there is always a risk of unforeseen works being discovered during repairs due to the age and deterioration of the building. Externally the surveys have identified considerable damage to all roofs, missing slate tiles, lead flashing damaged or stolen, rotting roof timbers and severely damaged gutters and down pipes. There is structural damage to parapets, some brickwork and window lintels. Also, considerable internal damage has been caused by constant water ingress. ***This opportunity has been re-issued following an earlier procurement exercise, reference DN240101*** The tender documents are available for interested suppliers to download from the YORtender system (www.yortender.co.uk) using reference DN298689. Bidders are required to register on this site in order to access the documentation Please use the discussion function on YORtender to raise any questions relating to this scheme.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fed8c34e-7bc3-4291-9b55-f4d15234ccbc |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 May 2018 |
| Contract period | 24 Jun 2018 - 15 Feb 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £837,947 |
| 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 | WAKEFIELD COUNCIL CUSTOMER SERVICE |
| Locality | WAKEFIELD |
| Post town | Wakefield |
| Postcode | WF1 2EB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE45 Wakefield |
| Local authority | Wakefield |
| Electoral ward | Wakefield North |
| Westminster constituency | Wakefield and Rothwell |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AURA CONSERVATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 45261420 - Waterproofing work
- 92522200 - Preservation services of historical buildings

## Release History

- 6 Jul 2018 at 10:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fed8c34e-7bc3-4291-9b55-f4d15234ccbc
- 26 Sep 2017 at 14:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43cf98fc-63f6-499e-9733-b521424275cb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fed8c34e-7bc3-4291-9b55-f4d15234ccbc
  6th July 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/43cf98fc-63f6-499e-9733-b521424275cb
  26th September 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ea882438-0613-43a9-b497-adf52a5b222c. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ea882438-0613-43a9-b497-adf52a5b222c.json.