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 involves addressing structural defects identified in a building condition survey, creating two unisex WCs with one being DDA compliant, and installing a DDA compliant access path. Additionally, the project requires the installation of solar panels, a battery, and trace heating. Because the facility is a non-designated heritage asset, the contractor must use appropriate lime mortar and matching bricks for all masonry work. The successful bidder will serve as the Principal Designer and Principal Contractor, managing the necessary planning applications and building regulations submissions. The project involves significant environmental and safety considerations, including the management of asbestos-containing materials and the protection of bat roosts, as identified in ecological and asbestos surveys. Tenders must be submitted by November 2, 2026, and will be evaluated based on price, experience, methodology, submission quality, and the proposed programme. Mandatory requirements for award include evidence of public liability insurance of at least 10 million GBP, proof of asbestos handling competence, and confirmation of a site visit. The anticipated period of performance is from January 1, 2027, to December 31, 2027, with a 10 percent retention held for 12 months following completion and a 10-year guarantee against structural defects.