RIBA Stage 1 Feasibility Study for William Aston Hall, Wrexham University

Buyer

Wrexham University

Value

£100,000

Closes

30 October 2026

Where

Wrexham, Wales

Type

Open tender

In plain English

Wrexham University is hiring architectural consultants to study whether William Aston Hall (a theatre and cultural venue) needs renovation or rebuilding. The consultant will examine the building, suggest improvements, and provide cost estimates and timescales. The maximum budget is £50,000 including VAT and the work must be finished by 19 February 2027.

What the buyer wants

• Conduct a RIBA Stage 1 Feasibility Study examining the existing hall's condition, audience experience, auditorium layout, technical theatre facilities, backstage areas, accessibility, heritage considerations, building services and operational needs • Develop and compare multiple options with cost ranges, phasing strategy and delivery risks • Optionally provide pricing for Stage 2 Concept Design (though this award is not guaranteed)

Likely requirements

Our reading of the notice. Always check the tender documents.

This contract requires specialist architectural or design consultancy expertise with RIBA accreditation or equivalent professional standing. Most general contractors, tradespeople and small builders will not have the required qualifications to lead this work, though architectural practices and consultant teams may bid.

How to bid

This is an open tender: any eligible business can respond directly to the buyer by the deadline, with no framework membership needed.

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