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title: "ESPH SB De La Warr Pavilion - Forestage Elevator (ESPH703)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050f32"
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buyer: "ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-08"
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# ESPH SB De La Warr Pavilion - Forestage Elevator (ESPH703)

Buyer: ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050f32

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## Summary

Rother District Council is initiating a tender process titled "ESPH SB De La Warr Pavilion - Forestage Elevator (ESPH703)" for the design and supply of a new forestage elevator at the De La Warr Pavilion, a Grade I listed venue in Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex. This procurement falls under the category of works related to "Stage construction works" and "Lift installation work," with an estimated value of £120,000 gross. The procurement method is an open competition below the threshold, and the process is currently in the tender stage. Key dates include the end of the enquiry period on 21st May 2025 and the closing date for tender submissions on 5th June 2025. The successful contract is set to commence on 14th July 2025 and conclude on 31st January 2026.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in mechanical and stage construction works, particularly those who can offer quality solutions that meet the refurbishment needs of historic buildings. SMEs are especially encouraged to partake, given the open competition format, which allows businesses to showcase their capabilities in delivering high-quality and cost-effective solutions. With an award criteria evenly balanced at 50% quality and 50% cost, firms with experience in similar projects and a strategic approach to pricing stand a good chance of competing successfully. Interested parties can obtain further details and submit their tenders electronically via the specified e-sourcing platform.

## Notice

Rother District Council ('the Council') are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Contractor for the design and supply of a new forestage elevator (often referred to as the 'piano lift') at the De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill, East Sussex. The De La Warr Pavilion is a Grade I listed arts and music venue, constructed in 1935. It is currently undergoing a refurbishment programme, a part of which is the supply and installation of a new forestage elevator. Full information on the Council requirements are included in the tender documentation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019862-2025 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Jul 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | £120,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | BEXHILL-ON-SEA |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN39 3JX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Rother |
| Electoral ward | Bexhill Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bexhill and Battle |
| Delivery location | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 42416120 - Goods lifts
- 42416130 - Mechanical lifts
- 45237000 - Stage construction works
- 45313100 - Lift installation work

## Release History

- 8 May 2025 at 15:46 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019862-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019862-2025
  8th May 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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