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Tender: Furness Abbey 900+ Visitor Centre Refurbishment – Roof, Glazing and Internal Alterations

Released 3 months ago

Closed25 Sep 2026

Est. valueEstimate£130K to £340K

LocationUnited Kingdom

AgencyEnglish Heritage

SourceIn-Tend

CategoryConstruction

Submissions closedClosed Fri, 25 Sept 2026

About

Refurbishment contractor needed to carry out external and internal works at the Furness Abbey 900+ Visitor Centre, including removal of GRP roof coverings and replacement in zinc, new brise soleil shading to clerestory windows, replacement of existing external doors and clerestory glazing, new downpipes and hoppers, alterations to existing drainage services, and installation of bat and bird boxes. The scope also covers refurbishment of WCs with replacement fittings, formation of a new educational room and storage, alterations to services including lighting, heating, fire and security alarms and provision of a CCTV system, and internal redecoration.

Insight

This tender could suit contractors experienced in zinc roofing, glazing/fenestration, building-services upgrades and fit-out works; key considerations include coordinating roof replacement, integrating new MEP and security/CCTV systems, and accommodating the specified bat and bird box installations.

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