---
title: "Pre-Market Engagement: Internal Refurbishment Works to the NAVE Building"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06838c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-15"
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# Pre-Market Engagement: Internal Refurbishment Works to the NAVE Building

Buyer: BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06838c

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## Summary

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council is initiating a pre-market engagement process for internal refurbishment works on the NAVE Building, intended for the Barnsley Youth Choir. This project falls under the industry category of construction work, specifically for art and cultural buildings, and is located in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a scheduled market engagement milestone due by 29th April 2026. This exercise aims to gauge market interest and assist in crafting a robust tender invitation package, considering current market conditions and shared experiences. Key legislative framework guiding the procurement is the UK Public General Act 2023/54, with the future notice date set for early May 2026.

Opportunities abound for construction firms with expertise in building construction and refurbishment, particularly those familiar with multifunctional buildings and facilities for leisure, sports, culture, and entertainment. Businesses specialising in these areas would find fitting prospects in this procurement exercise. The contractual period extends from October 2026 to July 2027, indicating a significant project tenure conducive to business growth. Companies looking to expand their footprint in South Yorkshire or enhance their portfolio in cultural infrastructures should engage with this upcoming tender, facilitated by an established public authority, Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council, known for its commitment to regional development.

## Notice

Barnsley Council is planning to progress a procurement exercise for internal refurbishment works of a building intended for use by the Barnsley Youth Choir for the home of the National Academy for Vocal Excellence (NAVE). The pre-market engagement exercise will allow the Council to understand the level of market interest and inform the production of a tender invitation package which takes account of current and anticipated market factors, and shared learning and experience.

### Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=104636&TID=100109795&B=

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034433-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 6 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Oct 2026 - 23 Jul 2027 |
| 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 | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BARNSLEY, SOUTH YORKSHIRE |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S70 2TA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE33 Barnsley |
| Local authority | Barnsley |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Barnsley North |
| Delivery location | TLE3 South Yorkshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45210000 - Building construction work
- 45211350 - Multi-functional buildings construction work
- 45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants
- 45212170 - Entertainment building construction work
- 45212300 - Construction work for art and cultural buildings

## Release History

- 15 Apr 2026 at 17:00 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034433-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034433-2026
  15th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=104636&TID=100109795&B=
- https://www.barnsley.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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