Columbine Community Centre - Roof Renewal Works, Walton On The Naze

Frinton & Walton Town Council is seeking tenders for the design, supply, and installation of a roof over-cladding or renewal solution at The Columbine Community Centre in Walton-on-the-Naze. The project, valued between 150,000 and 200,000 GBP excluding VAT, includes the installation of a replacement roofing system with minimum 0.7mm profiled steel sheeting and 260mm fibreglass insulation to meet Building Regulations Part L. A critical component of the scope is the full conversion of existing internal concealed rainwater goods to a new external gutter and downpipe system. The works are estimated to take place from December 17, 2026, to January 30, 2027, and must be executed while maintaining safe public access to the occupied building. The contract is reserved for UK suppliers, with a particular suitability for small and medium-sized enterprises. Participation requires a mandatory site visit and current health and safety accreditation such as CHAS, SafeContractor, or Constructionline. Award criteria are weighted at 50% for price, 25% for technical quality, 10% for the programme, 10% for health and safety compliance, and 5% for experience. Successful bidders must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including 10 million GBP for public, products, and employers' liability. Payment terms include monthly interim applications paid within 30 days, with a 5% retention held, half of which is released at practical completion and the remainder after a 12-month defects liability period. Tenders are due by November 6, 2026, at 12:00 pm.