Abington Library Refurbishment Works

The West Northamptonshire Council is seeking qualified suppliers to undertake a comprehensive refurbishment of the back area of Abington Library. The goal of the project is to transform an under‑utilised space into a modern, comfortable, and hireable private venue that can generate income for the council. The refurbishment will encompass a broad range of works aimed at improving the building’s functionality, safety, and aesthetic appeal.

The proposal requires the installation of a new flat roof and new, energy‑efficient external windows and doors, along with the supply and fitting of internal flooring, kitchen units, and updated heating, insulation, and electrical systems. The project also includes the construction of a covered linkway to facilitate safe access between the main library and the refurbished space, refurbishment of existing cloakrooms and kitchen areas, and the conversion of the neglected garden into an all‑weather, low‑maintenance hard‑pavement event area. An asbestos removal and demolition survey is currently underway and will inform the subsequent stages of the works.

All contractors must be able to act as Principal Contractors in accordance with CDM regulations 2015 and the Building Safety Act, ensuring compliance with all relevant safety and regulatory standards throughout the project. All work must comply with CDM 2015 and Building Safety Act requirements, with asbestos removal carried out following the forthcoming survey.

1.1. West Northampton Council (the Authority) is inviting local Suppliers to bid for the following works.
There is a separate room at the back of the library building that currently has limited use due to the poor state of repair with old furniture, worn flooring and out of date lighting.
Poor insulation, roofing in disrepair, old and draughty windows and inadequate heating, make it uncomfortable to use during cold winter months.
The proposal is to refurbish this space to provide up to date and comfortable hireable private space which will generate income.
The proposal will refurbish the whole back area.
Works will include for example, but be limited to;
• supply and installation of a new flat roof,
• supply and installation of new energy efficient external windows and doors,
• supply and installation of internal flooring,
• decoration,
• supply and fit kitchen units
• supply and fit new heating, insulation and electrics, providing an energy efficient solution.
• construct a covered linkway from the library to the back room to provide customer’s safe access.
• refurbishment of existing cloakrooms with new tiling and replacement roof and doors to provide safe and hygienic facilities.
• refurbish kitchen area to provide a safe and hygienic area.
• the currently neglected garden area is to be cleared to become a valuable outside space for events. Replace the current grassy area with attractive hard paving to create an all-weather surface which is low maintenance and safe to be used.
An asbestos Removal and Demolition survey is being undertaken and will be issued as soon as possible.
This Invitation to Tender (ITT) contains instructions and key information about the procurement process. This ITT constitutes the conditions of the procurement process and by participating, Suppliers agree to these conditions.
This procurement is conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023.
To be considered for this project your organisation must be either based or have an established substantive business operation within the borders of Northampton.
To qualify for participation in this procurement your organisation must have an annual turnover of no less than £600,000.
Your organisation must be able to undertake the roles and responsibilities of Principal Contractor as required under CDM regulations 2015 and the Building Safety Act.
Detailed requirements are included in the ITT document set.
A site visit is scheduled for the 2nd of July 2026 @ 10:00. No other dates are available.
To give equal treatment to all bidders, questions should not be asked on the day, as they will not be responded to. Questions and clarifications must be asked through the e-procurement portal.
The project is estimated to take circa 4 - 5 months to complete.
The pretender estimate for the works is circa £300,000

Communication: All documents and tender returns can be made via https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc Reference Abington Library refurbishment Works, Project reference WNC00000658
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted: En
Submission address and any special instructions: All documents and tender returns can be made via https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc Reference Abington Library refurbishment Works, Project reference WNC00000658
Tenders may be submitted electronically: allowed

Lot number: 1
Lot value (estimated)
300.000,00 AED excluding VAT
360.000,00 AED including VAT