CWC26123 - Wolverhampton Art Gallery - MEND
Estimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
7 April 2027
208 days remaining
Published
1 October 2023
Type
Works
Overview
CWC is looking for a contractor to carry out works in the Wolverhampton Art Gallery. The works comprise of;
• Restoration of Stonework to address public safety. • Repairing roof and chimneys to address leaks in the roof which impact on structural integrity and poses potential risk to exhibition areas and valuable collections.
• Upgrading and Refurbishing the Air Handling Units to improve efficiency and performance and replacing the obsolete building management system enhancing energy efficiency, reducing carbon footprint and boosting sustainability. • Upgrading the electrical infrastructure to meet current standards and improve reliability
AI Analysis
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Wolverhampton City Council is hiring a contractor to repair and upgrade the Wolverhampton Art Gallery, covering stonework, roof, HVAC, building management and electrical systems.
Requirements
- No specific requirements listed in the notice — check the full tender documents.
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Restore stonework to address public safety concerns
- Repair roof and chimneys to stop leaks and protect structural integrity of exhibition areas and collections
- Upgrade and refurbish air handling units to improve efficiency and performance
- Replace the obsolete building management system to enhance energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprint
- Upgrade the electrical infrastructure to meet current standards and improve reliability
How to Read This Tender
- 1Read the 'Scope of Work' section carefully – it lists each building element (stonework, roof, HVAC, BMS, electrical) that must be addressed.
- 2Check the tender documents for any mandatory certifications (e.g., CSCS, ISO 9001, heritage conservation credentials) even if they are not mentioned in the short description.
- 3Look for the 'Evaluation Criteria' – many public‑sector contracts weight health & safety, past experience on heritage buildings, and sustainability outcomes.
- 4Note any deadlines for site access, phasing of works, and required insurance limits; missing these can disqualify a bid.
- 5Watch out for hidden costs such as waste disposal, specialist scaffolding, or temporary relocation of artworks.
Tips for Small Businesses
- Consider partnering with a specialist subcontractor for stonework or HVAC if those capabilities are outside your core business.
- Highlight any social value you can deliver (e.g., local apprenticeships, use of locally sourced materials) as SMEs often receive extra points.
- If the contract value is high, you can submit a joint venture proposal with another SME to share risk and meet the multi‑discipline requirements.
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Key Dates
Published
1 October 2023
Submission deadline
7 April 2027
Notice type
Contract Notice
Source
council:wolverhampton-council
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