Speculative Notice – NATIONAL

1 Authority Details

1.1

Authority Name and Address

1.2

Address from which further information may be obtained

As in 1.1

2 Contract Details

2.1

Title

Feasibility and Predesign services for the refurbishment of Cyfarthfa Furnaces

2.2

Description of the goods or services required

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council are seeking expressions of interest from experienced and reputable suppliers for a feasibility study and investigative work that considers stabilisation of the furnace

structures as well as opening of a section of the furnaces to members of the public as a visitor attraction. The furnace site is considered to be all of the land owned by Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council, including the furnace structures, area in front of the furnaces and area of land on top of the furnaces.

The Contracting Authority requires an inspection of the furnace structures and investigations of the site to provide key details on condition and information that will facilitate the design of repairs, refurbishment and landscaping.

This will enable the Contracting Authority to determine appropriate actions and next steps for the design stage. This stage of work focuses only on establishing the information for the design and development of a

feasibility report, costs and investigations. The Scope includes consulting with all stakeholders and in

particular engaging with Cadw to facilitate inspection, any intrusive works and discussions around potential options for repair and refurbishment

NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=125815.

2.3

Notice Coding and Classification

3 Administrative Information

3.1

Reference number attributed to the notice by the contracting authority

3.2

Estimated Start of the Award Procedure

4 Other Information

4.1

Additional Information

This project forms part of an overall objective to enhance the appeal of the Cyfarthfa ironworks and its associated industrial heritage as a major tourist attraction in the coming years. The blast furnaces, comprises

six surviving furnaces and one large arch in the location of a former furnace and stretch of retaining wall.

The Contracting Authority aims to go to tender in November for the services required. Interested parties should express an interest in Sell2Wales, the interest list will be contacted in approximately 2 weeks to confirm intention to tender.

(WA Ref:125815)

4.2

Download Additional Documentation

4.3

Publication date of this notice