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Pre-Engagement Tender for the Refurbishment of the Princess Elizabeth Pavilion (Building 2), Moredon Sporting Hub

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Pre-Engagement Tender Pack Refurbishment of Princess Elizabeth Pavilion (Building 2) Client: Central Swindon North Parish Council Project Reference: CSNPC-MSH-B2-2025 Prepared by: Andrew Briggs - Head of Operations Date: June 2025 1. Project Summary Central Swindon North Parish Council is seeking indicative costings from competent contractors for the refurbishment and repurposing of the Princess Elizabeth Pavilion (Building 2), a mid-20th century structure of local heritage interest. Originally opened by Princess Elizabeth in the 1950s, the building formerly functioned as a cricket pavilion. The Council now intends to modernise and convert it into a multi-use office facility with an open plan council chamber, kitchenette, disabled WCs, and supporting spaces. This pre-engagement exercise is part of an early stage budget approval process and not a formal tender. 2. Project Objectives • Refurbish and modernise the building for year-round council and community use. • Retain key architectural elements while addressing current building regulations. • Improve accessibility and internal layout. • Address potential asbestos issues and legacy infrastructure concerns. 3. Site and Building Overview • Location: Moredon Sporting Hub, Swindon • Building Age: Constructed in the 1950s • Structure Type: Single-storey brick building with pitched tiled roof • Condition: Average. Signs of age-related wear, especially roof and interior. • Planning Consideration: Heritage significance due to royal opening and local historical relevance. • Asbestos Risk: Confirmed presence - see Section 9. 4. Scope of Proposed Works Refer to Proposed Floor Plan Drawing No. 1308_02. Key scope elements: • Internal Refurbishment: o Full strip out of internal partitions and services (Electrical / Mechanical) as required. o Creation of open plan Council Chamber space (~6.5m x 8.5m) o Three offices, kitchenette, accessible WCs o All mechanical & electrical (M&E) renewals • External Works: o Removal of security fencing. o Reinstatement of windows and doors o New entrance doors with ramps for DDA compliance o Roof repairs including tile replacement and insulation upgrades o Render application. • Compliance Upgrades: o Fire safety o Disabled access o Thermal efficiency & use of renewable energy. o Asbestos survey and removal 5. Project Constraints • The building is of local heritage value; sensitivity to original façade features required. • Confirmed asbestos presence; removal and management required before works begin. • Site access must be coordinated with existing sporting hub operations. • Budget approval pending - works will proceed to full tender once approved. 6. Submission Requirements Interested parties should provide the following: 1. Indicative Quote o An indicative cost estimate, broken down by major work elements. o Include contingencies for asbestos, roofing, M&E 2. Programme Outline o Estimated construction timeline (start to practical completion) 3. Relevant Experience o Examples of similar refurbishment or historic building projects o Contractors will be expected to comply with CDM 2015 Regulations, and relevant Health & Safety, building, and environmental legislation during works. 4. Assumptions and Exclusions o Clearly state any assumptions made in pricing o List exclusions (e.g. landscaping, furniture, specialist surveys) 7. Available Documents • Existing Floor Plan - Drawing No. 1308_01 • Proposed Floor Plan - Drawing No. 1308_02 • Asbestos Reinspection Report - HBE, Report No. J024539 (Nov 2018) • Site location plan. • Photos All documents are available on request or for inspection. 8. Asbestos Summary A reinspection asbestos survey was carried out by HBE on behalf of Swindon Borough Council (Report Ref: J024539, dated 30 Nov 2018), covering the Moredon Recreation Ground Changing Room & Pavilion. Findings: Location Material Type Asbestos Type Status Recommendation Shower Area 002 Toilet cistern Amosite Presumed - inaccessible Manage and inspect Electrical Cupboard 006 Flashguards (textile) Chrysotile Presumed - inaccessible Manage and inspect Shower Area 008 Toilet cisterns Amosite Presumed - inaccessible Manage and inspect Plant Room 010 Switchgear boxes Presumed Chrysotile Inaccessible Manage and inspect periodically Store 015 Unknown Presumed Inaccessible Presume ACMs - arrange access Roof Void - Attic Unknown Presumed Inaccessible Presume ACMs - arrange access 9. Next Steps: • Site Visits available upon request. • Deadline for Expressions of Interest and Indicative Submissions: 30th June 2025 Contractors must include asbestos management and/or removal costs in their pricing. • Council Review & Budget Decision: July 2025 • Formal Tender Launch (subject to approval): Q3 2025 Please email submissions or questions to: Ops@centralswindonnorth-pc.gov.uk CC: Mr Andrew Briggs

Timeline

Pretender :

Not Identified

Published Date :

3rd Jun 2025 2 months ago

Deadline :

3rd Jun 2026 in a 10 months

Contract Start :

1st Dec 2025

Contract End :

1st Dec 2025

Keywords

building erection

structural construction

new buildings

superstructure

commercial building works

residential construction

masonry

architectural building

shell construction

general building

electrical installation

building wiring

electrical systems fitting

internal power grid

circuit installation

electrical infrastructure

lighting and power setup

cable routing

electrical connection works

electrical network installation

insulation work

thermal insulation installation

energy loss reduction

heat barrier fitting

building envelope insulation

plumbing work

sanitary installation

pipe fitting

drainage system assembly

sanitary fixture installation

mechanical installation work

machinery mounting

plant equipment installation

mechanical system setup

plastering work

render application

gypsum finish work

wall smoothing plaster

installation of doors and windows

frame fitting

threshold installation

glazing component setup

floor and wall covering work

surface finish installation

flooring and wall surfacing

interior surface finishing

painting work

glazing installation

interior painting

window glazing fitting

decorative surface coating

glass fitting

building completion work

final touch trades

finishing trades

building handover preparation

completion of interiors/exteriors

asbestos abatement

hazardous material removal

friable asbestos extraction

asbestos remediation

building hazardous cleanup

certified asbestos disposal

asbestos demolition support

protective hazmat removal

asbestos fiber cleanup

hazardous dust elimination

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Details

Notice Type :

Open opportunity

Tender Identifier :

IT-378-246-T: 2024 - 001

TenderBase ID :

310724019

Low Value :

£100K

High Value :

£1000K

Region :

North Region

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Buyer Information

Address :

Liverpool Merseyside , Merseyside , L13 0BQ

Website :

N/A

Procurement Contact

Name :

Tina Smith

Designation :

Chief Executive Officer

Phone :

0151 252 3243

Email :

tina.smith@shared-ed.ac.uk

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