Refurbishment of Ground Floor Toilets & Cloakroom at Cornerstone Arts Centre, Didcot
South Oxfordshire District Council, a local government authority, is seeking a contractor to refurbish the ground-floor toilets and cloakroom at the Cornerstone Arts Centre, a municipal arts and community venue in Didcot, Oxfordshire. The works cover upgrades to the male, female and disabled toilets, including localised damp-proofing, PVC wall cladding, replacement flooring and ceiling finishes, minor electrical works, IPS cleaning and pressure testing, sink-area improvements, removal of redundant fittings and painting and decorating. The cloakroom scope includes removing the existing counter, creating a new facility in an understairs alcove with storage, a modified counter and electric roller shutter, together with associated electrical and decorative works; the contractor must also complete all items required by the specification and drawings. No contract value or duration is stated. The critical requirement is that the successful contractor demonstrates competence, compliance with applicable legislation and health and safety regulations, and provides a suitably trained and experienced workforce, plus all labour, materials and equipment.
Buyer: South Oxfordshire District Council. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 25 Sept 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £74k
- Bids close: 4 Nov 2026
- Location: Oxfordshire
- Procedure: Below threshold - open competition
- Contract period: 5 Jan 2027 to 19 Feb 2027
- Category: Overhaul and refurbishment work (45453000)
From the official notice
South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) is seeking to appoint a suitably competent Contractor to carry out internal refurbishment works to national building specifications and standards, at The Cornerstone Arts Centre located in Didcot, Oxfordshire. The Cornerstone is a municipal multi-purpose arts and community venue, owned and managed by SODC. It is located in the heart of Didcot town centre, adjacent to the popular Orchard Shopping Centre. The premises is staffed from 10:00 to 23:00, Monday to Saturday. It is open to the public on these days, with ticketed shows taking place in the evenings and other community-based hire functions throughout the day. It is principally closed on Sundays, though may open on an infrequent basis for shows if required. The premises was constructed in 2007/08 and comprises of three storeys, accommodating a ground floor café and various exhibition rooms, toilets, cloakroom, offices, auditorium and smaller multi-functional rooms. The premises is constructed on an incline so that there is a lower ground, upper ground and 1st floor areas. The floors are linked via a staircase that ascends from lower ground floor to the upper floors. The stair is open to the lower ground floor café and exhibition spaces. The café and exhibition spaces are popular with the local community and visitors alike, attracting busy lunchtime trade as well as during evening performances and events. The ground floor toilets and cloakroom require upgrading to improve general d...
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 4 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £74k.
Who can apply?
The buyer has marked it as suitable for small and medium-sized businesses.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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