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title: "GB-Colchester: Heritage Highlighted Project"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fb5b2eb1-e97e-46d1-b11b-798e712f89bd"
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buyer: "COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2019-06-13"
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# GB-Colchester: Heritage Highlighted Project

Buyer: COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fb5b2eb1-e97e-46d1-b11b-798e712f89bd

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## Summary

Colchester Borough Council is currently seeking to commission a contractor for the "Heritage Highlighted Project," which involves the installation of external lighting for notable heritage sites, specifically Colchester Castle and the Town's Roman Wall in Colchester, Essex. This open tender process, which is classified under public lighting installations, is active and invites interested parties to submit their proposals by the deadline of 4th July 2019. The estimated value of the contract ranges from £100,000 to £500,000, with the contract period scheduled to commence on 29th July 2019 and conclude by 20th December 2019.

This procurement opportunity presents substantial growth potential for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in historical monument construction and lighting systems. Companies with expertise in heritage conservation and modern lighting solutions are particularly well-suited to compete in this tender. Engaging with this project could enhance visibility and expand market reach in the public works sector, particularly for businesses looking to showcase their capabilities in heritage-related activities.

## Notice

Colchester Borough Council (the Authority) wishes to commission a contractor to undertake the Installation of external lighting to two Heritage Assets, namely Colchester Castle and the Towns Roman Wall located within Colchester, Essex. The works include liaison with Archaeological Specialists, UKPN, and a Specialist lighting installation contractor. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fc818ad-7cc1-4df1-97b8-263e62d585b0 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jun 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jul 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 28 Jul 2019 - 20 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £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 | COLCHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO3 3WG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Colchester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 45 - Construction work
- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 31527260 - Lighting systems
- 45212314 - Historical monument or memorial construction work
- 50232110 - Commissioning of public lighting installations

## Release History

- 13 Jun 2019 at 13:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fc818ad-7cc1-4df1-97b8-263e62d585b0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fc818ad-7cc1-4df1-97b8-263e62d585b0
  13th June 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Colchester:-Heritage-Highlighted-Project/56AR95257S
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