Stotfold Cemetery - Toilet and Storage

Stotfold Town Council is seeking experienced contractors for the renovation of the Cemetery Toilet Block, a project with an estimated budget of 190,000 to 210,000 GBP including VAT. The scope of work includes the installation of two unisex WCs, one of which must be DDA compliant, the creation of a DDA compliant access path, and the installation of solar panels and battery storage to support trace heating. Because the facility is a non-designated heritage asset, the contractor is responsible for managing the planning application and ensuring all masonry work utilizes appropriate lime mortar and matching bricks. The project also requires addressing significant structural defects, including roof damage and failing lintels, as identified in a building condition survey. The successful contractor will serve as the Principal Designer and Principal Contractor, assuming responsibility for all Building Control and professional fees. Critical site constraints include the presence of asbestos-containing materials and the identification of the site as a bat roost, necessitating a Bat Mitigation Class Licence and specialized asbestos handling. Tenders are due by November 2, 2026, and will be evaluated based on price (33%), experience (22%), methodology (22%), submission quality (12%), and programme (11%). Mandatory requirements for consideration include a completed site visit, evidence of 10 million GBP public liability insurance, and competence in asbestos-related works. Payment will be based on verified completed work with a 10% retention held until the end of a 12-month defects period.