RBBC-AL-Horley Community Centre Modernisation (Main Contractor JCT Design & Build 2024 Edition)

What the buyer is asking for

This procurement is for a works contract valued at £1.6m in line with the Procurement Act 2023 Regulated Below Threshold procedure for works to modernise and refurbish the Horley Community Centre. As a works contract exceeding the statutory minimum values outlined in Section 85(3) of the Procurement Act 2023, a separate suitability assessment stage (Stage 1) is being utilized before the invitation to tender (Stage 2). The Council has a requirement to appoint an experienced contractor will be responsible for completing the design development of the proposals post RIBA Stage 4 and to deliver the physical works required to revitalise this important and valued community asset. The proposed project will see the existing building fully refurbished with some internal remodelling. This will involve (but is not limited to) minor demolition works of removing walls and creating new spaces to create partition wall/openings, replacement and upgrading of windows and doors, full replacement of toilets, creation of a new Changing Places Toilet and new wall, floor and ceiling finishes throughout. Externally works will involve relandscaping the existing forecourt to include resurfacing, planting, installation of fencing, planting and cycle stands, removal and replacement of a new entrance canopy with feature signage and roof installation of photovoltaic panels. Electrical works will involve a complete rewiring of the centre, full replacement of the existing IT and data systems, entire fire alarm system replacement, access control and intruder alarm. Mechanically, the refurbishment will include the overhaul of the existing heating system, mechanical ventilation, cooling, gas, water services, and drainage. The project has a Certificate for Lawful Development in place. For this project, the Council will be utilising the standard JCT Design & Build Contract (DB) 2024 Edition, ensuring that all contractual arrangements align with widely accepted industry standards. Further information provided within the ITT pack.

How this is scored

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• 30%qualityQuality
• 70%pricePrice

What you must already have

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• The conditions of participation are reflected within the ITT pack.

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Timeline

3 published dates · Europe/London

1. Tender notice published18 days ago

   3 Sept 2026, 17:58 BST
2. Clarification questions bytoday

   21 Sept 2026, 23:59 BST
3. Submission deadlinein 8 days

   30 Sept 2026, 12:00 BST

Commercial outcome and contract awards

Nothing awarded yet

Notice history

1 event · 1 release on Find a Tender

1. Tender notice3 Sept 2026, 17:58 BST083673-2026

Documents

• Please refer to the Invitation to Tender Pack (ITT) for further information relating to this procurement project. This also contains the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) and accompanying instructions and guidance including the full conditions of participation requirements. A two stage procurement process is being adopted where Tenderers will be required to submit their completed Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) as part of Stage One. Following evaluation of the PSQ responses, the identified four potential Tenderers with the highest scores will then be shortlisted to progress to Stage Two Invitation to Tender. As part of Stage Two, the shortlisted Tenderers will be required to submit their completed Tender response. This is shared via the Authority's E-Tender portal which is available via the above link provided. http://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing RBBC - RBBC-AL-
• Please refer to the Invitation to Tender Pack (ITT) for further information relating to this procurement project. This also contains the Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ) and accompanying instructions and guidance including the full conditions of participation requirements. In addition, it includes the Specification for full information relating to the Council's requirements. This is shared via the Authority's E-Tender portal which is available via the above link provided. http://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing RBBC - RBBC-AL-
• Tender notice on Find a Tender