Scope
Reference
2025-445
Description
The BFI requires a Contractor to deliver BFI Southbank Escape Routes Upgrade (Works) and is therefore undertaking a competitive process under a Closed Tender Procedure.
Recent fire risk assessments and condition surveys of the BFI Southbank building have highlighted several concerns regarding the condition of designated escape routes. A number of these routes are currently in poor condition, primarily due to the age-related deterioration of exit doors and damage caused by water ingress. This has affected not only the surface finishes but also some of the underlying structural metal elements.
To address these issues, essential repair and upgrade works are required. With these we aim to prevent further deterioration, restore the integrity of the escape routes, and enhance the overall appearance of the building.
Appendix E sets out the full Scope of Works for all different areas of the building.
Appendix F sets out the basic design for the most complex locations.
The contract will be awarded for 5 months and the budget for the works is up to £250,000 - £300,000
Contract 1. BFI Southbank Escape Routes Upgrade
Supplier
Contract value
- £215,963.02 excluding VAT
- £259,155.62 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Award decision date
20 October 2025
Earliest date the contract will be signed
26 November 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 27 November 2025 to 26 March 2026
- 4 months
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45300000 - Building installation work
Information about tenders
- 3 tenders received
- 3 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 3 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 2 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - limited competition
Supplier
MCD Heritage Ltd
- Companies House: 12631050
Unit 56, Bolney Grange Business Park Stairbridge Lane,
Bolny
RH17 5PA
United Kingdom
Region: UKJ28 - West Sussex (North East)
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. BFI Southbank Escape Routes Upgrade
Contracting authority
British Film Institute
- Charity Commission (England and Wales): 287780
21 STEPHEN STREET
LONDON
W1T 1LN
United Kingdom
Contact name: Vicki Akinosho
Email: vicki.akinosho@bfi.org.uk
Region: UKI31 - Camden and City of London
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government