Single-Party Framework Agreement for Design and Build Refurbishment and Fit-Out Works at Blessington Library and Arts and Cultural Space

Wicklow County Council intends to establish a Single-Party Framework Agreement for the design and construction of refurbishment, alteration and fit-out works at Blessington Library, The Mall, Blessington, Co. Wicklow, to be awarded under a restricted procedure. The Framework will support the phased development of the existing first-floor library and the additional second-floor accommodation to provide enhanced library facilities, three artist studios and flexible arts, cultural, exhibition and community spaces.

Initial Contract: Design and Build of Phase 1 Refurbishment and Fit-Out Works, bringing the approx. 244 m² second-floor unit into safe and functional use, integrated with the existing library. Scope includes surveys and design, upper-floor fit-out, roof and internal fabric works, mechanical, electrical and heating upgrades, fire safety and accessibility works, existing library alterations, and testing, commissioning and handover.

Individual contracts are expected to range between €50,000 and €800,000 excluding VAT. The estimated maximum cumulative value of works under the four-year framework is €2 million excluding VAT, with no guarantee of volume or value. Contracts: PW-CF9 (Framework) and PW-CF2 (Design and Build).

Stage 1 is a Suitability Assessment Questionnaire. A minimum of five Qualified Candidates will be shortlisted and invited to tender at Stage 2.