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ESCC-UCKFIELD COLLEGE INSTALLATION OF 1 MOBILE CLASSROOM

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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20 Aug 2025 at 10:21

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by East Sussex County Council, located in Lewes, England, involved the installation of a mobile classroom at Uckfield College. Classified under the construction work industry category, it was conducted using a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The award stage was completed, with the contract awarded on 10th July 2025 to Lowrie Brothers Limited. The procurement timeline included a tender period ending on 2nd July 2025, with the contract running from 24th July to 3rd September 2025. The project, valued at £215,523, took place in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presented a significant opportunity for SMEs in the construction sector to gain a foothold within public sector contracts. With East Sussex County Council’s focus on suitability for SMEs, companies with relevant expertise and existing framework agreement credentials were well-placed to compete for such projects. Engaging in this tender could lead to further opportunities within the region, particularly for those specialising in educational infrastructure and temporary accommodation solutions. Businesses that could benefit from developing relationships with local councils and expanding their portfolio in public works would find this contract valuable for growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ESCC-UCKFIELD COLLEGE INSTALLATION OF 1 MOBILE CLASSROOM

Notice Description

MOBILE CLASSROOM INSTALLATION

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-016d34f3-510f-4e4e-98dd-b8eac6a24ade
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea3c0228-5513-48e1-8c7d-6dafec497eed
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£215,523 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£215,523 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
23 Jul 2025 - 3 Sep 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@eastsussex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOWRIE BROTHERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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