--- title: "Architect for Redruth Former Library" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fc68107b-1424-4fc5-9b0a-b83755a5de3d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fc68107b-1424-4fc5-9b0a-b83755a5de3d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fc68107b-1424-4fc5-9b0a-b83755a5de3d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fc68107b-1424-4fc5-9b0a-b83755a5de3d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "REDRUTH FORMER LIBRARY CIC" published: "2023-08-04" --- # Architect for Redruth Former Library Buyer: REDRUTH FORMER LIBRARY CIC Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fc68107b-1424-4fc5-9b0a-b83755a5de3d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fc68107b-1424-4fc5-9b0a-b83755a5de3d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fc68107b-1424-4fc5-9b0a-b83755a5de3d.json) ## Summary The Redruth Former Library CIC is seeking an architect for the refurbishment of the Grade II listed Passmore Edwards Library and College buildings located in Redruth, England. The tender, titled "Architect for Redruth Former Library," is at the planning stage and has a tender period ending on 24th August 2023. The project includes internal refurbishment of the Library, refurbishment of the slate roof, and rebuilding a new link. The procurement method is an Open Procedure (below threshold), and the contract period is from 8th September 2023 to 1st September 2024. This tender opportunity presents a chance for businesses specialising in architectural design services to participate in the regeneration project of the Former Redruth Library. The project is suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to contribute to community, education, and cultural developments. Interested parties should note the Accelerated Open Procedure with a 15-day tender period due to the urgency to comply with external funding availability. ## Notice The Former Redruth Library at 2-4 Clinton Road, Redruth TR15 2QE was acquired by us, a local arts organisation, this year from Cornwall Council. Our organisation 'Redruth Former Library CIC' (Client) was formed in 2021 to purchase and transform the neglected Grade II listed Passmore Edwards Library and College buildings into a hub for community, education and culture called: "The Ladder". Opened in 1895, the building has always represented Passmore Edwards' commitment to creating spaces for social mobility; and we take its name from a quote from Edwards: "If I can fund the Ladder; the people will climb". We carry that mission forward into the 21st Century. In the year of the 200th anniversary of Passmore's birth, we want to build on his legacy to provide spaces which allow development and growth for the people of Redruth. The Buildings The former library is located at the end of Clinton Road, Redruth and forms a corner with Treruffe Hill. It comprises two listed buildings, the Library with the striking corner tower and the College. In between these two historic buildings is a modern link. The site was used up until March 2020 whereupon the Library relocated. Overall the two main buildings are sound but in need of internal and external refurbishment. There followed during 2020 the preparation of a Condition Report which described the failing fabric and finishes. Following a period with no occupancy we took on the building in 2021 with the aim of phased regeneration as the availability of funding permitted. THE LADDER - FORMER REDRUTH LIBRARY TENDER BRIEF FOR AN ARCHITECT Through consultation with the community we have started to build a community of arts, education and community organisations at The Ladder and have created a courtyard garden, cafe, rehearsal and performance spaces for the use and enjoyment of all. We now look forward to further refurbishment as follows:- Phase 2 - Internal refurbishment of the Library Phase 3 - Refurbishment of slate roof Phase 4 - Rebuilding a new link This Tender Opportunity Funding is now proposed through a joint Shared Prosperity and National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) venture which will include Phases 2 and 3 combined. At this stage Phase 4 only has funding for a Feasibility Study. The Shared Prosperity bid has been concluded and the NLHF application will soon be submitted for a single stage grant. The funding opportunities have shaped this tender opportunity as we endeavour to build a professional team for the Delivery of Phases 2/3 and Feasibility of Phase 4. Due to the urgency of the programme to comply with availability of external funding this is an Accelerated Open Procedure with a tender period of 15 days. Additional information: Interested parties please email for full tender package. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec540da1-6a25-41dd-a904-807fe7d5d099 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | 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 | 4 Aug 2023 | | Submission deadline | 24 Aug 2023 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 7 Sep 2023 - 1 Sep 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | REDRUTH FORMER LIBRARY CIC | | Locality | REDRUTH | | Post town | Truro | | Postcode | TR15 2QE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | ITL 3 | TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | Local authority | Cornwall | | Electoral ward | Redruth South | | Westminster constituency | Camborne and Redruth | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71220000 - Architectural design services ## Release History - 4 Aug 2023 at 08:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec540da1-6a25-41dd-a904-807fe7d5d099 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec540da1-6a25-41dd-a904-807fe7d5d099 4th August 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.theladderredruth.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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