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title: "WELSHPOOL TOWN COUNCIL HERITAGE ARCHITECT - TENDER SPECIFICATION"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-132890"
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source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WELSHPOOL TOWN COUNCIL"
published: "2023-09-08"
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# WELSHPOOL TOWN COUNCIL HERITAGE ARCHITECT - TENDER SPECIFICATION

Buyer: WELSHPOOL TOWN COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-132890

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## Summary

The Welshpool Town Council is seeking a Heritage Architect for a procurement process to carry out a full Heritage and Structural survey of the Grade 2 listed Town Hall. The Council aims to renovate the building for future use by engaging diverse audiences and celebrating local history. This tender, currently in the award stage, with a value of £28,000, requires applicants to submit a method statement by July 19, 2023, outlining how they intend to deliver the project within specified timescales.

This opportunity presents businesses in the architectural and building-surveying services sector with a chance to contribute to the revitalization of a historic building with significant architectural interest. Businesses with experience in community and heritage assets projects, capable of collaborating with stakeholders and delivering projects within specified timelines, are well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement process aims to boost the local economy by providing job opportunities and enhancing community engagement through the transformation of Welshpool Town Hall.

## Notice

Welshpool Town Council requires a full Heritage and Structural survey to be carried out, with a report and full costings; to carry out this work the Council is seeking an individual or team with a proven track record of delivery and working collaboratively with the (yet to be selected) Stakeholder Consultation/ Business Planning Consultant. Welshpool Town Council owns the Town Hall which is a Grade 2 listed building in need of considerable renovation; however, to achieve this a full consultation regarding its potential use for the Town and an evidence-based business plan is required. This will be based upon the findings from the Stakeholder Consultation and the work of the appointed architect.Background and ContextWelshpool Town Council comprises 15 Councillors with a range of skills and interests, with the aim of improving the environment of Welshpool, the town we live or work in.Welshpool Town Hall was built in 1874 and extended in 1881, but is seen as a sign of past glory, is sad and tired. Currently it is used by market stall holders, some community groups, the Coroner's Court, and privately hired for parties and celebrations; Town Council meetings are also held there. The whole building extends over 4 floors and is approximately 3,500 sq. m.Purposeit is expected that Welshpool Town Hall, once renovated and revitalized will celebrate how heritage can inform and enrich our future. It will boost the local economy and reach out to local and wider communities. The Town Hall can be a hub for engaging diverse audiences, celebrating the history of Welshpool and Montgomeryshire. Renovation of Welshpool Town Hall will provide a further boost to the ongoing regeneration of the town, and beyond with benefits through jobs, training and volunteering as part of the project. An ongoing programme of activities will enable residents to be part of the Town Hall's transformation.Scope of the WorkFull structural survey of the buildingLiaison with Consultation contractorDetails of works that can be undertaken to preserve and protect the building for the futureCollaborate with Stakeholder Consultation contractor to develop proposals for use in line with stakeholder responsesDraft drawings for stakeholder presentation and validationDraft and Final Plan working closely with Business PlannersSelection and interviews will be held 25th /26th July with contracts signed and work commenced early August; if invited for interview you will be contacted no later than noon on 21st July. The work must be completed by the end of 2023, it is therefore imperative that the Stakeholder validated Plans are completed and provided in MS Word, electronic format to Welshpool Town Council no later than Thursday 30th November.ValueThe maximum amount available for this work including all costs is 28,000 (excl. VAT)The Council will not be responsible for any costs incurred by bidders in relation to the tendering process, and is not bound to accept any tender received.Payment will be made on satisfactory completion of agreed milestones.Method StatementApplicants are expected to submit a method statement to demonstrate how that they intend to meet the brief within the proposed timescales.This method statement should outline the following:A short synopsis of how the applicant intends to deliver the project including clear timescalesConfirmation of maintenance of confidentiality and avoidance of conflicts of interestDetails of insuranceHow you intend to work with and deliver this work to the Town CouncilExamples including names of three referees for similar contracts for community / heritage assetsFor further information you can speak to Anne Wilson on 01938 553142 or Alison Davies on 07834 209161Application to be submitted by e mail only to anne@welshpooltowncouncil.gov.uk by Thursday 19th July 2022 at 12 noon.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=132890 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Sep 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Jul 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Aug 2023 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WELSHPOOL TOWN COUNCIL |
| Locality | WELSHPOOL |
| Post town | Shrewsbury |
| Postcode | SY21 9PG |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL41 Mid Wales |
| Local authority | Powys |
| Electoral ward | Welshpool Llanerchyddol |
| Westminster constituency | Montgomeryshire and Glyndwr |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DOUGLAS HUGHES ARCHITECTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest
- 71221000 - Architectural services for buildings
- 71251000 - Architectural and building-surveying services

## Release History

- 8 Sep 2023 at 11:53 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=132890
- 4 Jul 2023 at 15:04 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=132890

## Notice URLs

- http://www.hughesarchitects.co.uk
- https://www.welshpooltowncouncil.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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