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Liskeard Town Council is seeking tenders from suitably qualified and experienced contractors to provide a Christmas Lighting Display in Liskeard Town Centre for three years (2026, 2027 & 2028). The scheme of work involves design, supply, installation, maintenance, removal and storage of leased Christmas lights and decorations annually. The Council is looking for new designs and ideas, possibly with a Cornish theme, and is interested in eco-friendly displays, e.g. energy efficient LEDs, solar options, etc. 1. Background Liskeard is an old market town located in South East Cornwall with a population of approx. 10,000, which also services a large hinterland of local villages of a further approx. 30,000 people. The town centre is all located within a conservation area. Several of the buildings are Grade II listed or slate hung and there are limited heights. 2. Tender Requirements Tenderers are invited to use their experience and their product ranges and design knowledge to present a scheme for Liskeard that enhances the town centre during the festive period. The scheme should create a focal point on The Parade/Barras Street where the town Christmas tree will be located, together with the entry points to the town, Windsor Place, Dean Street, Greenbank Road, Pike Street and Baytree Hill. The pedestrianised shopping area in Fore Street should also be included (see photographs in Appendix B). Key points: • Your proposal should demonstrate that you have taken into consideration the geography of the town and its limitations. • Consideration should also be given to the possible use of existing infrastructure (eye bolts and wall brackets), their suitability, undertaking load testing and any new or replacement fittings which may be required. • You will be expected to apply to Cornwall Council for any road closures that may be required to undertake the works along with any closure management required. • Full insurance cover will need to be provided for installation, including operatives, duration of installation season and the taking down of the lights. • Risk Assessments and Method Statements will be required covering all elements of your works. • Electrical testing and certification will be required. • All lights must comply with the appropriate UK and European standards and be annually tested and certified with all repairs necessary included in the contract price. • You will need to submit to Cornwall Council an Application to Hang Seasonal Lighting over the Highway (In accordance with s178 of the Highways Act 1980) • You need to provide all access equipment. • You will need to provide ongoing maintenance and repair during the course of the Christmas period. Any faults must be rectified within 48 hours unless evidence is provided of the need for an appropriate extension. The successful contractor must offer an emergency repair service in the event of a health and safety issue with the Christmas lights. • The quotation needs to include removal from site, storage and testing in readiness for the following season. • The lights should be illuminated 24/7 from mid-November, with the Christmas tree to be switched on as part of a 'Lights Up' event in the town on Saturday 28 November 2026 (the contractor is not required to attend this). • You may be asked to undertake a detailed presentation at a meeting of the Town Council on Tuesday 26 May at 7.30pm. The essential streets to be decorated are: • The Parade / Barras Street - including Christmas tree • The start of Greenbank Road • Pike Street • Market Street • Fore Street • Bay Tree Hill • Windsor Place • Dean Street - as it meets the town centre Other desirable elements: • Walkways from carparks • In previous years, small Christmas trees have been mounted on some shops by volunteers, and we are now looking for an innovative alternative. Quotations should be broken down into individual streets as listed above with prices being specified against each line. A call out charge or hourly rate for call outs should be specified, along with any additional costs which may be incurred that are not included in the contract. The Christmas tree can be included as part of your tender as either a full, supply, installation and dressing, or for the dressing of the tree with decorations only working with another contractor for supply and installation. A set of drawings/mock ups of the proposed lighting designs should be included. The dates for the lights to be erected, turned on and removed must be agreed with the Council on an annual basis. Details of existing infrastructure and unmetered power supplies can be found in appendix C. 3. Site Visits A site visit is highly recommended, for prospective contractors to familiarise themselves with the locations, requirements, and any working restrictions. A Council representative is available to meet contractors at a mutually agreeable time by arrangement with the Yvette Hayward, RFO & Deputy Town Clerk office@liskeard.gov.uk or 01579 559 561. Tenderers shall be deemed to have visited the site and to have satisfied themselves as to the nature of any operational limitations of the site that affect execution of works. 4. Tender Clarifications Any queries or correspondence relating to this document should be directed to Yvette Hayward, RFO & Deputy Town Clerk office@liskeard.gov.uk or 01579 559 561. Any question or request for clarification considered to be of material significance, will be published with the response, in an anonymous format, on the Council website 'Tenders' page Tenders - Liskeard Council 5. Contract Price Pricing must be a fixed price and be fully inclusive of all overheads, general risks, liabilities and obligations. All items are to be individually priced expressed to two decimal places. Tenders should note that due to financial constraints it may be necessary to reduce or remove elements of the proposed works. Any such adjustments shall be notified to the tenderers prior to the award of contract. Your organisation must bear all costs associated with the bidding process itself, including any site visits, and attendance at clarification meetings. All pricings should be exclusive of VAT. Quotations should remain open for an initial acceptance for a minimum of 60 calendar days. All pricing is to remain fixed for the duration of the contract unless otherwise agreed. A maximum of £60,000 is assigned to this tender for the three-year contract.

Liskeard Town Council is seeking consultants to undertake a demand and implementation assessment of Liskeard and district sports pitches and related recreational facilities. This will include analysis of the need and demand for sports pitches and supporting infrastructure; site assessment; and financial assessment to include Section 106 monies and grant funding opportunities. Tender documents can be accessed from via the Town Council's website - https://www.liskeard.gov.uk/tenders-3

Liskeard Town Council is seeking tenders from suitably qualified and experienced contractors to undertake refurbishment of the ladies and gents toilet facilities at The Public Hall, 3-5 West Street, Liskeard. The works are to commence August 2023. You are required to provide your required contract period which will be entered into the JCT Minor Works 2016 contract under clause 2.2. The site may be inspected by arrangeent with Charlotte Kelshall of Le Page Architects on 01752 849880. The schedule of works costed against each item, cash flow forecast and outline programme and completed 'form of tender' is to be sealed in a marked envelope and returned to Le Page Architects, Plumer House, Tailyour Road, Crownhill, Plymouth, PL6 5DH not later than 12 noon on Wednesday 26 July 2023. Alternatively, tenders maybe returned via email to ckelshall@lepagearchitects.com in a clearly headed email.

Liskeard Town Council is seeking tenders from suitably qualified and experienced contractors to provide a Christmas Lighting Display in Liskeard Town Centre for three years (Christmas 2023, 2024 and 2025). The scheme of work involves design, supply, installation, maintenance, removal and storage of leased Christmas lights and decorations annually. The Council is looking for new designs and ideas, with a Cornish theme, and is interested in eco-friendly displays, e.g. energy efficient LEDs, solar options, etc. The lights need to go up in the first half of November and be taken down in January. The Council's representative(s) is available to meet contractors for site visits at a mutually agreeable time by arrangement with the Facilities Manager, Jacqui Orange facilities@liskeard.gov.uk or 01579 559 562 Please submit all the Tender documents by email by 09:00 on Monday 21 August 2023 and send to office1@liskeard.gov.uk with the following wording ONLY in the subject box "Liskeard Christmas Lights Tender - Strictly Confidential" Full details of the contract requirement are on our website.

Liskeard Town Council is seeking tenders from suitably qualified and experienced contractors to undertake a feasibility study that will inform the repair and refurbishment of The Guildhall, Pike Street, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 3JA. The Guildhall is notable for its architecture and history within Liskeard and as such its repair and refurbishment needs to celebrate the buildings orginal features and rejunveate the interior space in a way that is sensitive to the exisiting building and secures a sustainable use for its future. The successful architect will work with the Council and key stakeholders to develop proposals for the repurposing of the interior, focussing on the creation of new community and/or commercial facilities that will incorporate full disabled access to the first floor (RIBA Stage 3). To apply please visit www.liskeard.gov.uk.

The work forms part of a project to repurpose the exisiting Mayors Parlour and adjacent Members Room into one single contemporary meeting space for the use of the Town Council and community organisations. Please complete the 'Form of Tender' and return via post to Studio Winter, The Guildhall, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 3JE. The deadline for receipt of tenders is noon Monday 13 May 2024. To arrange a site visit please contact the Facilites Manager at facilities@liskeard.gov.uk or call 01579 345407.

Liskeard Town Council is seeking fixed price tenders from suitably qualified and experienced contractors to take this exciting project forward from community consultation to final design and completed installation. The aim is to create a high-quality concrete skatepark for all age groups, riding disciplines and levels of ability. The new facility will replace the existing skatepark located at Rapsons Park, Heathlands Road, Liskeard, PL14 4EY. It is planned for the skatepark to be completed and opened by Spring 2026 subject to planning permission being granted and funding being in place. Please note, that if external funding is not forthcoming then the project will not proceed. The Council's Facilities Manager is available to meet contractors for site visits at a mutually agreeable time by arrangement. Please contact Jacqui Orange facilities@liskeard.gov.uk or 01579 345407 (weekdays 9am-1pm) / 07926 571882. Further information and tender pack available at www.liskeard.gov.uk/notices/tenders The deadline for receipt of tenders is 12noon Friday 30 August 2024 .

Liskeard Town Council would like to appoint an appropriately experienced consultant to work with the Liskeard Town Council Town Vision Steering Group to prepare a Vision and Implementation Plan for the future of Liskeard. Utilising the collective local knowledge and previous studies and reports, along with the consultant team's expertise, a Liskeard Vision and Implementation Plan document should be prepared; bringing together a holistic vision for the town, which reflects its unique characteristics and ambitions and provides practical recommendations to address issues identified over many years. Invitation to Tender and full details available from https://www.liskeard.gov.uk/tenders-3/

Liskeard Town Council is seeking tenders from suitably qualified and experienced contractors to undertake cleaning, decorating and minor repairs to former courtroom at the historic Grade 2* listed Guildhall. Liskeard is an historic market town in South East Cornwall with a population of around 11,000 (with another 30,000 in the rural hinterland). The main shopping centre is characterised by small independent retailers. The Town Council owns and manages the Grade 2* Listed Guildhall on the junction of Fore Street, Pike Street and Market Street. This imposing building was originally built as a meat market and courtroom in 1859. The former market space on the ground floor is now four separate retail units within an attractive open arcade consisting of a greengrocer, dog groomer, beautician, and games/DVDs store. However, the former courtroom on the first floor, having gone through several changes of tenancy, most recently as an MMA gym, is vacant and requiring attention. The former courtroom is accessed via an external staircase leading directly from Fore Street. The hall itself measures 116m2 with a balcony, toilet, and changing room. The high panelled ceiling, wooden floors and large amounts of natural light make this a flexible, attractive space. The Town Council has been awarded a grant from Cornwall Council's Town Delivery Fund to undertake essential cleaning and repairs to the historic former courtroom with the aim of creating a unique space for local businesses and community organisations alike to trial a presence in the town centre and/or innovative approaches. The Council is also interested in exploring pop-ups, temporary eateries, events, markets, exhibitions, and festivals (e.g. beer festival). The overall aim to restore life and vitality to the town centre and attract residents and visitors. The work will include inspecting and repair of sash windows, cleaning the lime plaster ceiling, covings, cross ribs and walls and decoration, decorating all interior joinery and metal balustrading on balcony, inspecting wall mounted infra-red heaters, decorating the external stairwell and historic cast iron gate, fabricating a new curved frame for opening above the cast iron gates and installing lighting and signage.

External Repairs to The Guildhall, Liskeard, PL14 3JE. Liskeard Town Council is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced contractors to undertake external repairs to the rainwater goods and joinery on the north (Pike Street) elevation of the historic Grade 2* listed Guildhall. The deadline for receipt of tenders is 1pm Friday 29 August 2025. The estimated value of this contract is £20,000.

Liskeard Town Council is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced contractors to undertake external repairs to the clerestory roof and redecorate the internal gallery space. The historic Grade II listed building currently houses the town's museum and Tourist Information Centre.

Liskeard Town Council is seeking suitably qualified and experienced contractors to undertake repairs to the Public Hall, 3-5 West Street, Liskeard, Cornwall, PL14 6BW