Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13cd7-425b-7203-b18c-5d11e87c69c5/invitation-to-tender closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Invitation to Tender [Upcycle Kernow CIC](https://tendernation.io/buyers/upcycle-kernow-cic) Estimated value £284,650 Published 30 Jun 2024 Deadline Closed 9 Aug 2024 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender The Contractor is invited to tender for the proposed retrofit, to Upcycle Kernow CIC, Unit 1 Palms Oasis, New Portreath Road, Cornwall, TR16 4FX. To retrofit the building to reduce carbon emissions, improve thermal performance and energy efficiency. Aligns with Cornwall Council's Local Area Energy Plan (LAEP) and contributes to a sustainable future. Primary goal is to upcycle the building, originally a 1941 RAF support facility, into a light-filled, eco-friendly & efficient community space. The space will house various activities and facilities, incl wheelchair-accessible workshop space, kitchen, toilets and fire escape. Transform the building to meet modern standards, replace asbestos roof, and make workshop accessible to differently-abled people. Project is being commissioned by Upcycle Kernow CIC, a not-for-profit community interest company who aim to create an holistic, environmentally conscious & inclusive community space to addresses various societal & environmental challenges while promoting sustainability & community growth. It aligns with local and regional plans for addressing climate change, improving the quality of life for all residents and the wider communities that use the services. The vision is to become a model that inspires other communities to do the same. Planning approval has been received (PA23/07570). The Tender Pack can be found here: [dropbox.com](https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/8ayiqmo5txkswzndemgm2/AIyt0RDyMoFC8YR1qrQFKpc?rlkey=az5un1761ima64q95e4pflcjb&st=xzk5fyst&dl=0) Click on the link to be given option to sign in with google or your email - you do not need to do this. Click on the link at the bottom of sign in page which says 'or continue with download only' The Works Information for this tender will form part of the JCT Minor Works with Contractors Design Supplement Contract with contractor's design 2016 (MWCD 2016) In Kind & Match Funding - The contractor must support a level of collaborative working to allow for Volunteer Time as per the In Kind and Match Funding agreement of the SPF grant requirements. Volunteer time does not necessarily have to be onsite, but named volunteers will need access to the deconstructed materials as per the UpK's Site Waste Management Policy Building works have to be completed before or by the date given (28 Feb 2025) to comply with the SPF Grant specifications. Build time is defined by the grant funding contract so that the CIC has a period of time to achieve targets and outcomes as specified by the grant funders. This programme of works is significant to ensure grant requirements. Tender submissions requirements can be found in section 7 of the ITT and applications can be made IN FULL to Read full description ## CPV classification Construction work Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/199f8ff8-30df-48ba-bb8e-3886c9e4d138) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. [Track tenders free](https://tendernation.io/register) [Buyer profile Upcycle Kernow CIC: past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/upcycle-kernow-cic) [Sector More Construction work tenders](https://tendernation.io/sectors/construction-work) ## More tenders like this [Bannister Sports Centre Athletic Track Soft Market Testing Exercise · Harrow Council · 38 days left · 26 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1540d-d9e4-71cb-ad57-1603e9042fec/bannister-sports-centre-athletic-track-soft-market-testing-exercise) [Building Minor Works · Derbyshire Support and Facilities Services Limited · 26 days left · 13 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15408-9087-7003-bd47-df7bc19d7ff7/building-minor-works) [DGT Helipad Design and Construction · Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust · 28 days left · 16 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15408-969e-7140-a307-fe72fa7128be/dgt-helipad-design-and-construction) [Boiler Replacement Programme · Derbyshire Support and Facilities Services Limited · 26 days left · 13 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15408-9933-7015-97a0-37aa8d57c009/boiler-replacement-programme) [Construction of the Chiropractic Car Park, Treforest Campus · University of South Wales · 39 days left · 27 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15408-a995-70e5-b8b1-7c6a14e2e878/construction-of-the-chiropractic-car-park-treforest-campus) [Boiler chemical and Softener Services · Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust · 28 days left · 16 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1539a-d092-736b-88d2-6bdc251cddb6/boiler-chemical-and-softener-services)