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title: "PS-17-44 - Dean Castle Restoration Project (16-087-SC-SF)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000494456"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2018-11-26"
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# PS-17-44 - Dean Castle Restoration Project (16-087-SC-SF)

Buyer: EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000494456

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## Summary

The Dean Castle Restoration Project, managed by East Ayrshire Council, is a public procurement undertaking in the works category, with a total budget of £5.2 million. Located in Kilmarnock, Scotland, the project aims to restore the stonework of the castle buildings and modernise internal exhibition areas. The procurement process follows a selective method under a restricted procedure. Significant dates include the contract award on 12 November 2018, with a contract value of approximately £3.35 million signed on 12 November 2018, and the completion of the tender stage earlier on 8 August 2017.

This project presents substantial opportunities for construction firms and related businesses, particularly those specialising in heritage restoration and conservation. Companies with expertise in stonework, internal refurbishments, and those interested in community engagements or apprenticeship programmes would be well-positioned to compete in this tender. The successful contractor is expected to contribute to local employment and learning initiatives, aligning with the council's commitment to community benefits and sustainable development practices.

## Notice

The Project is being funded from an overall budget allocation of 5.2 million GBP funded from various sources including Historic Scotland, Heritage Lottery Fund and East Ayrshire Council. The project comprises the essential stonework restoration to the external fabric of the Castle buildings, internal modernisation and re-display of museum collections and exhibition areas. The funding will also support a range of apprenticeship and learning programmes around the stonework restoration and collection conservation aspects of the project. Works will be subject to strict conservation principles.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Project is being funded from an overall budget allocation of 5.2 million GBP funded from various sources including Historic Scotland, Heritage Lottery Fund and East Ayrshire Council. The project comprises the essential stonework restoration to the external fabric of the Castle buildings, internal modernisation and re-display of museum collections and exhibition areas. The funding will also support a range of apprenticeship and learning programmes around the stonework restoration and collection conservation aspects of the project. Works will be subject to strict conservation principles. Scheme design has currently reached the end of RIBA Plan of Work 2013 stage 3, and the project has progressed to Historic Scotland Arch 3 stage. Building warrant, planning permission and listed building consent is the responsibility of the Council and will be in place prior to contract start date. The Works relate to the refurbishment of the existing Keep, Palace, Gatehouse, Covered Walkway, Courtyard and former Laundry found at the rear of the complex. A programme of works of up to 4 years to the noted buildings is envisaged with sectional completion. The external building refurbishment will require the installation of free standing contractor designed scaffolding facilitating a safe working environment limiting the impact of climate. It is anticipated that the existing cement pointing will be removed and reinstated with lime mortar. External works will also include roofing, guttering, rot repairs, drainage, courtyard refurbishment and provision of small sensory garden. Internal refurbishment is required to the noted buildings including mechanical and electrical works with minor asbestos removal. The noted works will include the provision of new display cabinets. An interpretive display scheme is planned outwith this contract but will require access and service provision. Protection and security will be required for retained artefacts within the buildings. The educational and cultural aspect of the project requires the employment of masonry apprentices and public display of construction crafts. Interface will be required with the Principal Designer and design team including the Clerk of Works and appointed specialist stone and lime mortar Quality Control assessor.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV338327 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | 12 Jun 2017 |
| Award date | 12 Nov 2018 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £3,354,802 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | KILMARNOCK |
| Post town | Kilmarnock |
| Postcode | KA3 7BU |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |
| Local authority | East Ayrshire |
| Electoral ward | Kilmarnock East and Hurlford |
| Westminster constituency | Kilmarnock and Loudoun |
| Delivery location | TLM33 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire, TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CENTRAL BUILDING CONTRACTORS (GLASGOW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45212314 - Historical monument or memorial construction work
- 45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest
- 45454100 - Restoration work

## Release History

- 26 Nov 2018 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV338327
- 7 Jul 2017 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL288873
- 5 May 2017 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY282122

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY282122
  PS-17-44 (16-087-SC-SF) - Dean Castle Restoration Project (16-087) - The Dean Castle project sits with the context of the recently awarded Dean Castle Country Park 'Parks for People' funding that will redesign the park in line with the research and conclusions developed in the Conservation Management Plan (CMP). The vision for the Dean Castle and Country Park Development Project is to create a 5 star visitor attraction, helping to maximise the opportunities for visitors to participate in, appreciate and value their local heritage.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL288873
  PS-17-44 - Dean Castle Restoration Project (16-087-SC-SF) - The Project is being funded from an overall budget allocation of 5.2 million GBP funded from various sources including Historic Scotland, Heritage Lottery Fund and East Ayrshire Council. The project comprises the essential stonework restoration to the external fabric of the Castle buildings, internal modernisation and re-display of museum collections and exhibition areas. The funding will also support a range of apprenticeship and learning programmes around the stonework restoration and collection conservation aspects of the project. Works will be subject to strict conservation principles.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV338327
  PS-17-44 - Dean Castle Restoration Project (16-087-SC-SF) - The Project is being funded from an overall budget allocation of 5.2 million GBP funded from various sources including Historic Scotland, Heritage Lottery Fund and East Ayrshire Council. The project comprises the essential stonework restoration to the external fabric of the Castle buildings, internal modernisation and re-display of museum collections and exhibition areas. The funding will also support a range of apprenticeship and learning programmes around the stonework restoration and collection conservation aspects of the project. Works will be subject to strict conservation principles.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.east-ayrshire.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000494456
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

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