Scope
Description
Project Description
Launceston Town Council purchased a former bank and is converting it to an in-town library hub. The initial stage of the project was completed earlier this year and now all necessary permissions and consents, are in place with Cornwall Council.
This next stage is to move the project forward by undertaking the work as specified in the above-mentioned permissions. Information about these permissions may be found in the attached document. (Word/pdf)
The new Library Hub is located in the former Barclays Bank, 6 Broad Street Launceston Cornwall PL15 8AF.
This tender stage falls into 2 parts beginning with Expressions of Interest. The criteria for suppliers to progress to the full tender stage are contained within the attached document 'Phase 2 EOI(2) Launceston Library Hub'
Total value (estimated)
- £1,272,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 17 September 2025 to 17 September 2027
- Possible extension to 17 March 2028
- 2 years, 6 months, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
Whilst there is no anticipated extension, this is a complex project and unforeseen challenges may occur.
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work
- 45300000 - Building installation work
- 45400000 - Building completion work
- 51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment
- 51300000 - Installation services of communications equipment
- 51700000 - Installation services of fire protection equipment
- 71200000 - Architectural and related services
- 71300000 - Engineering services
- 71500000 - Construction-related services
Contract locations
- UKC - North East (England)
- UKD - North West (England)
- UKE - Yorkshire and the Humber
- UKF - East Midlands (England)
- UKG - West Midlands (England)
- UKH - East of England
- UKI - London
- UKJ - South East (England)
- UKK - South West (England)
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
27 June 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
11 July 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
1. https://launceston-tc.gov.uk/
2. Council Authorised Representative for Tender Enquiries and Expression of Interest returns-
Christopher Drake - Chris@launceston-tc.gov.uk
3. Postal Address for Launceston Town Council:
Christopher Drake, Town Clerk, Launceston Town Council, Town Hall, Western Road, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15 7AR. Please mark envelope as Library Hub Expression of Interest
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
The evaluation will be judged against the following criteria, as well as completion of the business questionnaire at the end of the attached document. Failing the business questionnaire will automatically result in exclusion from the tender list.
Selection Criteria:
The expressions of interest will be scored against the following criteria:
Proven experience - Undertaking of design and conversion of buildings
Experience of Public Consultation
Financial Capability
Proven experience to supply and oversee all works undertaken
Evidence of excellent Health & Safety
Availability to complete full tender by 05/09/2025
Business Questionnaire
Commitment to Accessibility
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Documents
Associated tender documents
Phase 2 EOI(2) Launceston Library Hub.docx
Expression of Interest Form to Complete
Phase 2 EOI(2) Launceston Library Hub.pdf
Expression of Interest Form to Complete (pdf)
Contracting authority
Launceston Town Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PTLH-9924-HNTH
Launceston Town Hall, Western Road
Launceston
PL157AR
United Kingdom
Region: UKK30 - Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government