Scope
Description
This UK2 notice is issued to inform the market of the Authority's intention to undertake preliminary engagement for the design and construction of a new community hall and the resurfacing of an adjoining car park. The purpose is to gather supplier feedback on design options, construction approaches, sustainability measures, and commercial considerations to inform the forthcoming procurement strategy. This is not a tender opportunity.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 June 2027 to 31 August 2027
- 3 months
Main procurement category
Works
CPV classifications
- 45212100 - Construction work of leisure facilities
- 45233251 - Resurfacing works
Contract locations
- UKH23 - Hertfordshire
Engagement
Engagement deadline
19 December 2025
Engagement process description
Engagement Process
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The Authority is conducting preliminary market engagement to inform the procurement strategy for the construction of a new community hall and resurfacing of the adjoining car park. Responses will help shape the scope, delivery model, and risk management strategy for the future design and build tender.
Scope of Engagement
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This engagement seeks supplier input on:
- Design and construction approaches (including modular options)
- Sustainability measures and innovative materials
- Delivery timelines and phasing strategies
- Commercial models and risk mitigation
- Market capacity and resource availability
Engagement Activities
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1. Questionnaire Submission:
Suppliers are invited to complete the attached questionnaire and return it by 5:00pm, 19 December 2025
2. No one-to-one meetings will be offered at this stage. Suppliers are free to visit the site at their leisure as it is a public playing field. The Council's website also contains more information about Primrose Hill and other features and services provided there (https://www.abbotslangley-pc.gov.uk/primrose-hill-changing-rooms/ , https://www.abbotslangley-pc.gov.uk/services/primrose-hill/ , https://www.abbotslangley-pc.gov.uk/primrose-hill-orchard-part-of-the-queens-green-canopy/ )
To Register an Expression of Interest
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To participate:
1. Email clerk@abbotslangley-pc.gov.uk with subject line: "UK2 Engagement - [Supplier Name]".
2. Submit the completed questionnaire by the deadline, 5:00pm, 17 December 2025.
Clarification Questions
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All clarification questions should be submitted via email to clerk@abbotslangley-pc.gov.uk no later than 5:00pm, 10 December 2025. Responses will be shared with all registered participants.
Instructions for Respondents
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Please complete the questionnaire below and return it by 5:00pm, 19 December 2025 to clerk@abbotslangley-pc.gov.uk . Responses will be treated confidentially and will not form part of any evaluation process.
Photographs and Plans
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Please refer to https://www.abbotslangley-pc.gov.uk/primrose-hill-changing-rooms/ to see location and photographs of the external view of the previous building which has now been demolished.
The Council seeks to replace the building with something of a similar look, feel and footprint. The Council would like the interior of the building to contain:
- a small kitchen with countertops, cabinets, and space for sink, oven, fridge, microwave;
- a single DDA compliant toilet, internal door access only
- main hall for gatherings
- convertible storage space off main hall for storage of tables and chairs when not in use, but useable as part of main hall when table and chairs are in use;
- cleaning materials storage space
- energy efficient solutions for lighting and heating
The Council would like the exterior of the building to comprise:
- single storey structure
- re-align orientation of building to align with car park
- hatchway from kitchen (to allow for kitchen to be hired on it's own for vendors to sell teas and coffees to park users) with a small patio area in front of the hatchway
- two DDA compliant entrances / exits, one facing play area and one facing playing field.
- roller shutters to protect doors and windows
The Council would like the car park to comprise:
- permeable surface to allow water to drain naturally
- timer based solar powered lampposts
- line markings for parking, including 2 disabled parking spaces
The Council is willing to consider:
- changing some or all of the windows sizes from the previous design to allow for more light;
- solar panels, air source heat pumps, and living roof options to help sustainability
- a longer footprint than the previous building to allow for more space inside the main hall
Although no one-to-one meetings will be offered at this stage, suppliers are free to visit the site at their leisure as it is a public playing field.
The Council's website also contains more information about Primrose Hill and other features and services provided there (https://www.abbotslangley-pc.gov.uk/primrose-hill-changing-rooms/ , https://www.abbotslangley-pc.gov.uk/services/primrose-hill/ , https://www.abbotslangley-pc.gov.uk/primrose-hill-orchard-part-of-the-queens-green-canopy/ )
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Contracting authority
Abbots Langley Parish Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXGD-1743-NYWY
Council Office, Langley Road
Abbots Langley
WD5 0EJ
United Kingdom
Contact name: Clerk
Telephone: +441923265139
Email: clerk@abbotslangley-pc.gov.uk
Website: http://www.abbotslangley-pc.gov.uk
Region: UKH23 - Hertfordshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government