Refurbishment of Leigh Market Hall
The contract covers the refurbishment of Leigh Market Hall for Wigan Council, a local authority serving the Wigan area. The works include infrastructure improvements to the roof, heating, lighting and ventilation, new public toilets, a more prominent Albion Street entrance, a flexible social space for events, improved internal layout and legibility, and complete redecoration of stalls, signage and branding. The appointed contractor will work under a standard JCT PCSA to produce a RIBA Stage 4 design pack and contractor’s proposals, and will be responsible for coordinating, completing and constructing all design elements needed to deliver the scheme. The estimated contract value is £4 million, with the delivery timeframe not specified in the available details. Works will be delivered at Leigh Market Hall in Leigh, within the UKD36 region of the United Kingdom. The critical qualification is the ability to undertake the contractor-design responsibility and deliver the required RIBA Stage 4 design and construction works under the JCT PCSA.
Buyer: Wigan Council. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 16 Sept 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £4m
- Bids close: 2 Nov 2026
- Location: Greater Manchester North West
- Procedure: Below threshold - open competition
- Contract period: 2 Feb 2027 to 31 Mar 2028
- Category: Construction work (45000000)
From the official notice
Wigan Council would like to appoint a Contractor to carry out the refurbishment of Leigh Market Hall. The scope of the scheme includes: infrastructure improvements, particularly to the roof, heating, lighting and ventilation; introduction of public toilets; a new entrance from Albion Street to provide more visibility and profile; a flexible social space to be used for events to animate the market; changes to the internal layout to improve legibility; and complete internal redecoration including stalls, signage and branding. The Contractor will be appointed under a standard JCT PCSA to deliver a RIBA Stage 4 design pack and contractors proposals. The Contractor shall take responsibility for the completion, coordination and construction of all design elements necessary for delivery of the works.
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Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 2 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £4m.
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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