Construction work

Tender description

This contract is for works at Durham History Centre (DHC), including Newbuild extension and refurbishment of Grade II listed manor house. DHC will bring into one central location the story of the history and heritage of the county, as told through historic records, photographs and objects. Plans to create a new history centre for County Durham, approved by councillors in January 2019, will transform access to, and preservation of, County Durham’s recorded heritage, and will bring Mount Oswald Manor House back into use. Adding a high quality, visually appealing extension which will complement the existing building. The Durham History Centre will bring together the Durham County Record Office, Local Studies Reference Collection, Durham Light Infantry Collection, Historic Environment Record, Registration Services and the Historic Registration Service in one redeveloped facility addressing a number of service needs. This contract is for Works at Durham History Centre (DHC), including Newbuild extension and refurbishment of Grade II listed manor house. This project is to be funded primarily by Durham County Council capital funds. In addition, the Council has submitted an application for funding to National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF), European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and Wolfson Foundation (funding confirmed) to support the delivery of the scope and achievement of the strategic objectives for this project. Should the Council be unsuccessful in obtaining all/some funding the project may be modified accordingly, (unless an alternative funding source is identified). Progression of this procurement exercise and any award of this contract opportunity will be conditional on confirmation of sufficient funds being available and/or modification of the project requirements. Documents are available from www.nepo.org within the supplier area search for reference DN 493115. The documents must be downloaded from this portal system.