--- title: "Tender for Newark Castle Gatehouse Project for Newark and Sherwood District Council" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f5f5e8d7-6c54-4bf1-a81b-45dcf6e2fd15" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f5f5e8d7-6c54-4bf1-a81b-45dcf6e2fd15" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f5f5e8d7-6c54-4bf1-a81b-45dcf6e2fd15.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f5f5e8d7-6c54-4bf1-a81b-45dcf6e2fd15.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NEWARK & SHERWOOD DISTRICT COUNCIL" published: "2024-09-25" --- # Tender for Newark Castle Gatehouse Project for Newark and Sherwood District Council Buyer: NEWARK & SHERWOOD DISTRICT COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f5f5e8d7-6c54-4bf1-a81b-45dcf6e2fd15 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f5f5e8d7-6c54-4bf1-a81b-45dcf6e2fd15) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f5f5e8d7-6c54-4bf1-a81b-45dcf6e2fd15.json) ## Summary Newark & Sherwood District Council has issued a tender for the redevelopment of Newark Castle Gatehouse. This project involves the construction of a new entrance pavilion, multifunctional events facility, landscaping, and the installation of external lighting. The works also include modifications to provide better accessibility, such as reinserted floors and a rooftop viewing deck. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with submissions due by 30th October 2024. The contract period is set to run from 25th November 2024 to 25th November 2026. The project falls under the construction and landscaping industry categories and has a budget of £2.9 million. The procurement method being used is an open procedure (below threshold) which is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises. This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for construction firms specialising in heritage conservation, landscaping, and accessibility improvements. Companies experienced in electrical and mechanical services, as well as those with expertise in creating multifunctional spaces, will find this tender particularly beneficial. Furthermore, businesses that value long-term projects and have the capability to comply with the specified timelines and budget will be well-suited for this opportunity. The comprehensive scope of works offers a diverse range of activities, ensuring that multiple types of businesses could collaborate and compete effectively to win this contract. ## Notice The Council wishes to invite tenders for the supply of works in respect of works to form new gatehouse approach, alterations to existing castle, creation of new pedestrian access, construction of new entrance pavilion and multi-functional events facility and landscaping and external lighting works at Newark Castle. The aims of this contract are: * The Gatehouse shall become more accessible through reinserted floors, roof, and roof top viewing decking. * The new entrance pavilion shall create an accessible visitor reception / access control point. This shall include an accessible platform lift to the first-floor level of the Gatehouse and North West Tower. * There will be ground floor alterations, to provide inclusive level access from the Entrance Pavilion to the North West Tower. * A new boundary entrance gate and Gatehouse approach to be erected to provide access through to the Gatehouse from Beast Market Hill * A multi-functional building is to be constructed beneath the gatehouse stairs to enable educational and engagement activities. * At first floor level the floor of the North West Tower is to be reinstated to its original medieval level with a connecting walkway to the roof of the Entrance pavilion. * Mechanical and electrical services shall be comprehensively installed across the site to enhance interpretation and visitor experience. A new control point shall be developed within the multi-function building. * Step free access shall be improved through an external path which joins up to the top of the multifunction building and the gatehouse entrance. * Landscaping works including planting around site, terraced garden, development of Watergate gardens. * External lighting will highlight key architectural features, improve existing lighting, and enhance footpath and wayfinding lighting. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ebfe57f-640f-4330-8314-9557198f4edc | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 25 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | 30 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 25 Nov 2024 - 25 Nov 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,900,000 | | 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 | NEWARK & SHERWOOD DISTRICT COUNCIL | | Locality | MELTON MOWBRAY | | Post town | Leicester | | Postcode | LE13 1GH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland | | Local authority | Melton | | Electoral ward | Melton Warwick | | Westminster constituency | Melton and Syston | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work - 45112700 - Landscaping work ## Release History - 25 Sep 2024 at 09:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ebfe57f-640f-4330-8314-9557198f4edc - 9 Sep 2024 at 15:08 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37f39820-a911-40a2-8d6c-4200d2155cef - 28 Aug 2024 at 12:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18ccf055-5ae8-4b20-af1b-e80165f243c7 - 25 Aug 2024 at 20:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89bee78a-44ad-472c-9ed9-5d48d34828be ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ebfe57f-640f-4330-8314-9557198f4edc 25th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/37f39820-a911-40a2-8d6c-4200d2155cef 9th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18ccf055-5ae8-4b20-af1b-e80165f243c7 28th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/89bee78a-44ad-472c-9ed9-5d48d34828be 25th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/SupplierPostLoginHome Link to ProContract ## Notice URLs - http://www.newark-sherwooddc.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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