--- title: "Refurbishment Works at Princess Street Offices" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0648d0" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0648d0" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0648d0.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0648d0.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WORKINGTON TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2026-02-05" --- # Refurbishment Works at Princess Street Offices Buyer: WORKINGTON TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0648d0 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0648d0) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0648d0.json) ## Summary Workington Town Council is currently at the tender stage of procuring refurbishment works for its Princess Street Offices. The council has issued an open competition tender seeking qualified and experienced contractors to carry out the refurbishment, which includes structural works, doors and access installations, roofing, internal finishes, and mechanical and electrical upgrades. Based in Workington, United Kingdom, this procurement is part of the "works" category and has a tender submission deadline of 2nd March 2026, with the enquiry period ending on 27th February 2026. The contract is set to begin on 23rd March 2026 and end on 1st August 2026, offering a contract value estimated at £70,000 with a gross amount of £91,000. This opportunity presents significant potential for business growth, particularly for contractors specialising in refurbishment, construction, or building services. The procurement method is designed for competition below the threshold, which encourages participation from small and medium-sized enterprises, who may find themselves well-suited for this contract. Businesses offering high-quality service delivery, compliance with health and safety standards, and strong environmental practices will particularly stand out, given these are key award criteria alongside pricing and social value commitments. With a focus on minimising disruption and maintaining high standards, contractors capable of delivering efficient workmanship in compliance with UK building regulations are encouraged to apply. ## Notice 1. General Requirements Workington Town Council invites suitably qualified and experienced contractors to submit a tender for refurbishment works to one of the Council's buildings located on Princess Street. The Council is seeking a contractor committed to high quality workmanship, sound construction practice, compliance with building regulations, and the safe and efficient delivery of refurbishment works while minimising disruption to the surrounding area. 2. Overview of Required Works The refurbishment project includes the following categories of work: Structural Works * Construction of new internal block walls (100 mm thick in cement-sand mortar). * Installation of necessary steel beams, padstones, and structural supports. * Creation of multiple wall openings of varying dimensions, including temporary propping and shoring, lintel installation, removal of waste, and reinstatement. Doors, Access & Openings * Installation of new doors, including insulated cavity closers and compliant lintels. * Formation of new openings in brick, cavity, and timber walls. * Making good all finishes around new openings. Roofing Works * Preparation and priming of existing roof surfaces. * Installation of a twin layer bitumen roofing system with fascia, soffits, and necessary edge detailing. * Replacement of any rotten or saturated timbers discovered during works. * Installation of insulation and vapour control layer where specified. * Installation of a fixed glazed rooflight. Internal Finishes * Plastering of new and existing walls (approx. 15 mm finish with final skim). * Application of PVA and related preparatory treatments. * Installation of internal door sets, ironmongery, and associated joinery. Mechanical & Electrical 1. Provisional allowance for electrical upgrades or adjustments. 2. Additional services may be specified during pre start meetings. Additional Rooms & Facilities * Refurbishment and fit out of two shower rooms, including: o Shower trays, screens, thermal shower bars o WC and basin installations o Polysafe flooring o Wall panels in shower areas * Creation of drying room. All works must comply with current UK building regulations and industry best practice. ### Planning Information Contractors are able to submit questions or request site visits up to the date the tender is required to be returned. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010586-2026 | | 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 | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | 6 Feb 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 23 Mar 2026 - 1 Aug 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £70,000 | | Lots value | £70,000 | | 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 | WORKINGTON TOWN COUNCIL | | Locality | WORKINGTON | | Post town | Carlisle | | Postcode | CA14 2RS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria | | ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland | | Local authority | Cumberland | | Electoral ward | St Michael's | | Westminster constituency | Whitehaven and Workington | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45453100 - Refurbishment work ## Release History - 5 Feb 2026 at 15:13 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010586-2026 - 5 Feb 2026 at 12:26 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010436-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010586-2026 5th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010436-2026 5th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-11588 ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.workingtontowncouncil.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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