--- title: "Refurbishment of the Town Pump, Cornhill, Dorchester" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d77c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d77c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d77c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d77c.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DORCHESTER TOWN COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-30" --- # Refurbishment of the Town Pump, Cornhill, Dorchester Buyer: DORCHESTER TOWN COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d77c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d77c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d77c.json) ## Summary Dorchester Town Council is currently managing a public procurement process titled "Refurbishment of the Town Pump, Cornhill, Dorchester." This tender, specifically aimed at the construction industry, involves the sensitive refurbishment of a Grade II listed structure. The project encompasses careful dismantling and reconstruction using traditional conservation methods and includes both structural correction and the creation of new architectural features. Situated in Dorchester, the tender is under the 'works' category within the 'Below threshold - open competition' method, with the procurement process in the tender stage. Interested parties have until 14th August 2026 to submit their proposals, and the contract period is set to start on 1st October 2026, concluding by 12th October 2026, with possible extensions to December should the conservative needs require. The procurement is legally anchored in the UK legislation 2023/54. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in heritage construction and refurbishment, specifically those with experience in masonry, stone conservation, and architectural restorations. Given the demand for conserving historically significant buildings, businesses adept in employing traditional techniques for structural improvement and decorative restoration should find this contract promising. The project, with a budget of up to £80,000, is especially suitable for SMEs that offer high-quality craftmanship and innovative solutions for unforeseen heritage conservation challenges. Companies seeking to establish or expand their footprint in heritage work within the UK, particularly those focusing on conservation-led projects, would find this procurement a strategic opportunity for growth. ## Notice Dorchester Town Council is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to undertake the sensitive conservation-led refurbishment of the Grade II listed Town Pump located on Cornhill, Dorchester. The works comprise the careful dismantling and removal of the existing base (stone and concrete), reconstruction of the plinth using Portland Stone, temporary lifting and resetting of the stone column to correct a 50mm westward lean, cleaning / repair / conservation of existing stonework using traditional techniques, installation of a new drinking-water spout incorporating a lion-head mask based upon and eighteenth-century design, formation of a discreet drainage detail at the base for a dog drinking basin, and installation of a separate Portland Stone drinking bowl. The works will be undertaken in accordance with the approved conservation philosophy and all statutory approvals. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: The contract includes an option for the Council to instruct additional or varied works (including variations in scope and value) as may be necessary to complete the conservation and refurbishment of the Grade II listed Town Pump, or to address unforeseen heritage or structural issues identified during the works. The exercise of any such option will be at the Council's sole discretion. Renewal: To vary the scope of works to accommodate unforeseen conservation requirements. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072136-2026 | | 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 | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 12 Oct 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 | 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 - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 45212300 - Construction work for art and cultural buildings - 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest - 45262500 - Masonry and bricklaying work - 45453100 - Refurbishment work - 71313400 - Environmental impact assessment for construction ## Release History - 30 Jul 2026 at 11:23 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072136-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072136-2026 30th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19905 Scope of Service and EOI - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19906 Plans and Drawings 1A - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19907 - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-19908 ## Notice URLs - https://www.dorchester-tc.gov.uk/ - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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