--- title: "Alterations and Refurbishment Works at Ruthin Town Hall" ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-153244" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-153244" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-153244.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-153244.json" source: "Sell2Wales" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "RUTHIN ARTISAN MARKETS CIC" published: "2025-07-09" --- # Alterations and Refurbishment Works at Ruthin Town Hall Buyer: RUTHIN ARTISAN MARKETS CIC Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-kuma6s-153244 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-153244) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-153244.json) ## Summary The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, initiated by Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC for the "Alterations and Refurbishment Works at Ruthin Town Hall" project. The project is seeking a qualified contractor to undertake various construction tasks, including demolition and accessibility improvements, at the Grade II Listed Ruthin Town Hall. The main procurement category is works, with activities ranging from demolition to the installation of a Changing Places facility. Interested parties should note the tender submission deadline of 8th August 2025, and all works must comply with the current building regulations and heritage conservation requirements. This project is primarily funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and the Welsh Government Community Facilities Programme, positioned in Ruthin, Wales. The invitation creates a substantial opportunity for businesses experienced in building renovations, particularly those accustomed to working on heritage or listed structures, to expand their portfolio. Companies with skills in project management, third-party supplier coordination, and adherence to stringent health and safety standards are particularly well-suited for this contract. Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC is open to consortia bids, highlighting the potential for collaborative business ventures to pool resources and expertise. This project allows businesses to showcase their quality, experience, and value in a tender process where the lowest bid might not necessarily be decisive; instead, the emphasis will be on delivering the most economically advantageous tender. ## Notice Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC is seeking a suitably qualified contractor Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to carry out demolition and access improvement works at the Grade II Listed Ruthin Town Hall. The contract forms part of a wider programme of capital works funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, with the goal of improving accessibility, safety and functionality for public use.The works will include the removal of the existing external access ramp and the demolition of a raised internal floor section to facilitate level access. The contractor will be required to coordinate with Terry Lifts for the installation of a DDA-compliant platform lift, which has already been purchased by the client and is to be installed on site during the contract period.The scope also includes the demolition and restructuring of existing toilet facilities and the construction of a fully accessible Changing Places facility, meeting current national specifications and guidance. This will involve internal demolition, drainage adjustments, fitting of new sanitaryware, grab rails, specialist equipment and compliant flooring and wall finishes.The works also include the demolition of an internal wall (currently part of the ladies toilet) to create a new doorway linking the Town Hall and Market Hall, as well as the supply and installation of new flooring in the refurbished areas.All work must comply with current building regulations, DDA accessibility standards, and any applicable conservation requirements due to the listed status of the building. Contractors must ensure health and safety measures are in place throughout the works and must hold appropriate insurances and qualifications.The appointed contractor will be expected to work in coordination with Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC, Denbighshire County Council and appointed third parties to ensure timely and safe completion of the project.The attached QS documents will detail fully aspects of the work, however please note that only the works listed above are currently required.Glazing works are already completed for example, please call and speak to Bernadette for a walk through if needed, the access lift is already purchased and will be installed by Terry Lifts but they will need to be liaised with as works progress in order to allow an allocated installation date.NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=153244.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. This project is part-funded by the Welsh Government Community Facilities Programme and DCC and forms part of a wider programme to improve accessibility and community use at Ruthin Town Hall. The successful contractor will be expected to work collaboratively with Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC, Denbighshire County Council, Unit3 Design Studio (architects), Consult23 (Cost Consultants), and other appointed contractors and suppliers, including Terry Lifts.Due to the listed status of the building, the contractor must take care to preserve historical features and comply with any conservation requirements. The site will remain partially operational during works, and careful coordination will be required to minimise disruption.A full specification and scope of works will be provided to shortlisted contractors. Site visits can be arranged prior to submission of tenders, and are strongly recommended.All works must be completed within the funding period and budget constraints. Ruthin Artisan Markets CIC reserves the right not to award the contract to the lowest bidder but to the most economically advantageous tender based on quality, experience, and value.(WA Ref:153244)Download the copy of the online SPD document here (to be completed online through postbox submission): https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=153244The buyer considers that this contract is suitable for consortia bidding. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Sell2Wales | | Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=153244 | | Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Jul 2025 | | Submission deadline | 8 Aug 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Not specified | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | RUTHIN ARTISAN MARKETS CIC | | Locality | RUTHIN | | Post town | Llandudno | | Postcode | LL15 1BE | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL3 North Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL33 Conwy and Denbighshire | | Local authority | Denbighshire | | Electoral ward | Ruthin | | Westminster constituency | Clwyd East | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work - 45111100 - Demolition work - 45310000 - Electrical installation work - 45311100 - Electrical wiring work - 45332000 - Plumbing and drain-laying work - 45332200 - Water plumbing work - 45332400 - Sanitary fixture installation work - 45410000 - Plastering work - 45430000 - Floor and wall covering work ## Release History - 9 Jul 2025 at 15:18 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=153244 ## Documents - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=JUL525402&idx=11 25th July 2025 - showing lift shaft removal - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=JUL525402&idx=10 25th July 2025 - Entry Ramp Layout - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=JUL525402&idx=9 25th July 2025 - Wheelchair Lift Spec - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=JUL525402&idx=8 25th July 2025 - Sanitary Ground Floor Layout - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=JUL525402&idx=7 16th July 2025 - Proposed Ground Floor Plan - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=JUL525402&idx=6 16th July 2025 - Demolition Plan (Ground Floor) - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=JUL525402&idx=5 16th July 2025 - Building Zone Plans - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=JUL525402&idx=1 9th July 2025 - Tender Document - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=JUL525402&idx=2 9th July 2025 - Appendix A - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=JUL525402&idx=3 9th July 2025 - Appendix B - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=JUL525402&idx=4 9th July 2025 - Appendix C ## Notice URLs - http://www.ruthinmarkethall.com - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=153244The - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=153244.The - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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