Construction work

Tender description

Blackpool Council wishes to appoint a Construction Partner to carry out the construction of a new Conference and Exhibition Centre and refurbishment / remodelling of parts of the existing buildings at the Winter Gardens, Blackpool. The works to the existing buildings will be required to be undertaken whilst the building is occupied and operational. Contractors must demonstrate substantial experience and track record of working on/with Grade II* listed, multi-functional buildings, it is also a requirement that any sub-contractors appointed demonstrate the same relevant experience. Funding for all works in the project are still to be attained. Blackpool Council have prepared & submitted bids for Coastal Communities Fund and the Growth Deal. Grant funding submissions were made on time, all funding bid criteria has been met. The remaining finance will be funded by the Council. It is anticipated that the funding package will be in place by April 2017 to coincide with the award of the Contract. 1. The construction of a two floor steel framed building, including demolition. 2. Refurbishment of the existing Foyer including demolition. 3. Refurbishment and minor Remodelling of the Opera House and Empress Ballroom. 4. Demolition of the Foyer, East elevation of the Empress Ballroom, Existing out buildings To the North elevation. 5. External works to the new entrance on Leopold Grove including Terrazzo tiles, concrete paviors, tarmac footways. Full details are contained in the tender documents.