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title: "Repair and Renovation of Corn Exchange Clocktower"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a765"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "DORCHESTER TOWN COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-28"
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# Repair and Renovation of Corn Exchange Clocktower

Buyer: DORCHESTER TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a765

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## Summary

Dorchester Town Council has initiated a tender process titled "Repair and Renovation of Corn Exchange Clocktower" under the construction industry category. This project is located in Dorchester, United Kingdom, and is currently at the tender stage. Key activities include repairs to the lead spire, roof timbers, structural metalwork, and replacement of external and internal stonework. The tender, valued at £150,000 (gross £180,000), is open for submissions until 12th June 2026. The contract period is expected to run from 1st August 2026 to 31st March 2027. The procurement method is a below threshold open competition.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for construction companies with experience in renovation and structural work, particularly those skilled in traditional materials like lime mortar. Businesses capable of delivering high-quality workmanship in heritage conservation will find this contract appealing. The open competition method allows for broader participation, making it ideal for small to medium-sized enterprises seeking to expand their portfolio in public sector projects. Interested parties should ensure readiness for electronic submissions, directed to the contact point at Dorchester Town Council for expressions of interest and required documentation.

## Notice

Dorchester Town Council are seeking expressions of interest from suitably experienced and qualified construction companies to provide construction services. The scope of service withing the works for repairs and renovation of the clocktower: - Repairs to the lead spire. - Repairs to rafter ends, roof timbers, bell chamber floor and structural metalwork. - Repairs and replacement to facing stonework externally and internally, in lime mortar. - Repairs/replacement and addition of rainwater goods. - Repair/strengthening to bell fastenings. - Restoration of clock, clockdials, and bells with specialist subcontractors. Associated works and scaffolding (scaffolding design provided).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050216-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | £150,000 |
| 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 | DORCHESTER TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | DORCHESTER |
| Post town | Dorchester |
| Postcode | DT1 1JF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK64 Dorset |
| Local authority | Dorset |
| Electoral ward | Dorchester West |
| Westminster constituency | West Dorset |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 10:51 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050216-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050216-2026
  28th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16899
  Clocktower Expression of Interest Form (must be completed).
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16901
  Clocktower elevation drawings
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16902
  Clocktower elevations 2 drawings
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16903
  Structural interventions within clocktower
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-16904
  Structural interventions sections

## Notice URLs

- https://www.dorchester-tc.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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