Krol Corlett wins Birkenhead Market contract
Wirral Council has awarded the Knowsley-based company a £610,800 pre-construction services agreement to line up the trading hall’s move to the former TJ Hughes building.
Krol Corlett was one of five companies invited to bid on the contract, and “offered the most comprehensive programme of work and most advantageous tender” of the three that applied, according to a council report.
Under the PCAS contract, Krol Corlett will help craft the design of the market and conduct enabling works. It is expected that the contractor will then go on to be awarded the main contract for the £3.5m refurbishment and fit-out of the space.
Regarding the appointment, Krol Corlett managing director Daniel Tebay said: “This is a cornerstone project for the ongoing transformation of Birkenhead town centre and, as a Wirral resident, I know how important the market is to Birkonians.
“We’re midway through the transformation of the market hall in Accrington and appreciate exactly what stallholders and the public want from such a key asset,” he continued.
“Our skilled local tradespeople will ensure the very best workmanship and I’m looking forward to bringing my family along to enjoy the new market when it opens.”
Wirral Council Leader Cllr Paula Basnett spoke about the significance of the project.
“The new market will play an important role in the future of Birkenhead town centre so we want to see a destination which builds on the very best of what we have already and creates an attractive and welcoming place to visit and shop in,” she said.
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In addition to Krol Corlett, the project team for the market includes BDP and Turner & Townsend.
