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02 Jul 2026 at 11:01

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Sheffield City Council, titled "CARTERKNOWLE JUNIOR SCHOOL - EMERGENCY ROOF WORKS," involves the design and construction of temporary roof edge protection, a temporary over-roof structure, and the removal and replacement of suspended ceilings with new temporary coverings. This project falls under the industry category of roof repair and maintenance work and is located in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom. The procurement was executed using a direct procurement method, specifically a direct award, with the tender stage now marked as complete. The contract was awarded to William Birch & Sons Ltd., with key dates including a contract start date of 25th June 2026 and an end date of 14th January 2028. The award was officially announced on 2nd July 2026.

This tender provides noteworthy opportunities for businesses involved in construction, specifically those skilled in roof repair and maintenance. The total contract value of £863,013 represents a significant project that can drive business growth. While the procurement was concluded through a direct award to a large-scale supplier, SMEs may consider looking into similar opportunities or partnerships that arise in the public sector in the future. The nature of the work required indicates that businesses with expertise in temporary roofing solutions and ceiling installations would be well-suited to compete in this sector for upcoming projects.

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Notice Title

CARTERKNOWLE JUNIOR SCHOOL - EMERGENCY ROOF WORKS

Notice Description

The project is the design and construction of temporary roof edge protection, a temporary over-roof structure and the removal of suspended ceilings and installation of new temporary ceiling coverings.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0f84363b-6b12-4da8-aa02-0223f1fb0788
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46441ac8-80e1-48ff-9d43-0ff626badc09
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45261900 - Roof repair and maintenance work

45261910 - Roof repair

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£863,013 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£863,013 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 14 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHEFFIELD CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2HH
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WILLIAM BIRCH & SONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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