Concrete Defect Repairs - Charter Walk Shopping Centre, Burnley, BB11 1PY
Burnley Borough CouncilEstimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
10 July 2026
Published
27 May 2026
Type
Not specified
Overview
Tenders are invited from contractors having the resources, sufficient capacity and experience working with Local Authority clients to remove existing spalled and defective concrete from structural soffits and associated repair works at Charter Walk Shopping Centre, Burnley. All works must be in accordance with the specification and written instructions in the tender documents.The contractor will also be responsible for the secure and safe segregation from public areas to all occupied units.
Post repair cleaning is required also.The full details of the Council’s requirement can be found in Appendix 1 The contract will likely commence July 2026, and we anticipate a contract period of 20 weeks. The Invitation to Tender (ITT) provides the instructions for tendering.
Key dates
- Commences
- July 2026
Submission
The associated tender documents listed below set out the nature and extent of the Council’s requirements, the conditions upon which the works are to be provided and includes those documents that require completion and submission to ensure a compliant tender response:• Specification – Appendix 1 • Method Statements – Appendix 2• Form of Tender document (“Tender Return Form.docx”)• Bona Fide tender and Non-Collusion Certificates - Appendix 4 & 5• Information pack documents including Pre Construction Information, Schedule of Works, photographs, site plan etc.
AI Analysis
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The UK government is seeking a contractor to repair concrete defects at Charter Walk Shopping Centre in Burnley. This is a maintenance and repair project to fix damage, deterioration, or structural issues in the concrete elements of the shopping centre building.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents.
- Likely to require: working at height qualifications (PASMA, IPAF or similar)
- Likely to require: public liability insurance (minimum £6-10 million typical for shopping centres)
- Likely to require: health and safety compliance and risk assessment capability
- Likely to require: experience with concrete repair techniques and materials
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Identify and assess all concrete defects across the shopping centre structure
- Repair concrete damage including cracks, spalling (surface breakdown), or structural deterioration
- Prepare concrete surfaces and apply appropriate repair materials or sealants
- Make good or replace damaged concrete sections as needed
- Complete all work while the shopping centre remains operational (likely requiring coordination with retail tenants)
- Ensure site safety and manage temporary barriers or exclusion zones
How to Read This Tender
- 1Look for the 'Specification' or 'Scope of Work' section in full tender documents — this will detail exactly which concrete areas need repair, their extent, and the repair standard required.
- 2Check the 'Method Statement' requirements — you'll need to explain *how* you'll do the repairs, including safety measures, access equipment, and timescales.
- 3Identify the 'Contract Value' and 'Duration' clearly — concrete repair costs vary hugely depending on defect severity, so the budget will signal project scale.
- 4Search for 'Access Restrictions' — shopping centres have strict rules about when work can happen (evenings/Sundays only, or closed periods). This affects your costs and planning.
- 5Flag any 'Quality Standards' mentioned — concrete repairs typically must meet British Standards (BS EN 1504 series). Check what finish and longevity the client expects.
Tips for Small Businesses
- Concrete repair is specialist work — if you're not a concrete contractor, consider partnering with one as a subcontractor or joining a consortium bid. This broadens your service offer without needing all expertise in-house.
- Shopping centre contracts value 'minimal disruption' highly. Emphasise in your bid how you'll work around customer footfall, manage noise/dust, and coordinate with the shopping centre management. This can be a key differentiator.
- Get detailed photos and condition reports now if possible. Budget for a pre-contract survey so your price is accurate — underestimating concrete work is a common SME pitfall that kills margins.
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Key Dates
Published
27 May 2026
Submission deadline
10 July 2026
Source
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