Procurement
REFURBISHMENT OF PRINCESS STREET OFFICES
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Link to Find A Tender notice of preliminary market engagement notice.
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Link to Find A Tender notice of Tender
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General Requirements
Workington Town Council invites suitably qualified and experienced contractors to submit a tender for refurbishment works to one of the Council’s buildings located on Princess Street.
The Council is seeking a contractor committed to high‑quality workmanship, sound construction practice, compliance with building regulations, and the safe and efficient delivery of refurbishment works while minimising disruption to the surrounding area.
Overview of Required Works
The refurbishment project includes the following categories of work:
Structural Works
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Construction of new internal block walls (100 mm thick in cement–sand mortar).
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Installation of necessary steel beams, padstones, and structural supports.
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Creation of multiple wall openings of varying dimensions, including temporary propping and shoring, lintel installation, removal of waste, and reinstatement.
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Doors, Access & Openings
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Installation of new doors, including insulated cavity closers and compliant lintels.
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Formation of new openings in brick, cavity, and timber walls.
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Making good all finishes around new openings.
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Roofing Works
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Preparation and priming of existing roof surfaces.
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Installation of a twin‑layer bitumen roofing system with fascia, soffits, and necessary edge detailing.
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Replacement of any rotten or saturated timbers discovered during works.
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Installation of insulation and vapour control layer where specified.
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Installation of a fixed glazed rooflight.
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Internal Finishes
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Plastering of new and existing walls (approx. 15 mm finish with final skim).
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Application of PVA and related preparatory treatments.
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Installation of internal door sets, ironmongery, and associated joinery.
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Mechanical & Electrical
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Provisional allowance for electrical upgrades or adjustments.
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Additional services may be specified during pre‑start meetings.
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Additional Rooms & Facilities
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Refurbishment and fit‑out of two shower rooms, including:
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Shower trays, screens, thermal shower bars
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WC and basin installations
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Polysafe flooring
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Wall panels in shower areas
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Creation of drying room.
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All works must comply with current UK building regulations and industry best practice.
Location Details
Works relate to a Council‑owned building located on Princess Street, Workington.
Site visits will be arranged upon request.
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Budget: approx.. £70,000.
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For the full tender document - please download here.
Submit proposals and for questions/clarifications:
Emma Chapman
Chief Officer/RFO
Workington Town Council
Town Hall
Oxford Street
Workington
CA14 2QG
emma.chapman@workingtontowncouncil.gov.uk
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​Deadline for submission - Monday 2nd March 2026​​
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