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CA17152 - The Mercian QMGS Trust Refurbishment of Science Laboratories S1 and S5

THE MERCIAN TRUST

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20 Apr 2026 at 07:45

Summary of the contracting process

The Mercian Trust has recently awarded a contract for the refurbishment of science laboratories S1 and S5 as part of the Mercian QMGS Trust project. The procurement, classified under "Refurbishment work," used an open procedure method and has proceeded to the award stage with completion status. The project is located in Walsall, England, with a contract period beginning on 1st June 2026 and concluding by 28th August 2026. The award was officially published on 20th April 2026, with an awarded value of £143,124, making this a notable opportunity for those in the construction and refurbishment industry. This contract involves a JCT Minor Works Building Contract 2024 Edition, providing a structured and recognised framework for the work carried out.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the refurbishment industry, particularly those with expertise in laboratory settings. As the procurement method was open, it allowed various businesses to compete, facilitating growth and expansion for companies capable of providing refurbishment services. Metric Building Services Limited, headquartered in Cannock, has successfully secured the contract, showcasing the competitive advantage that established entities hold within this sector. With the need for specialised skills in laboratory refurbishment, businesses with a focus on such environments will find this award a beneficial blueprint to target similar public sector contracts.

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Notice Title

CA17152 - The Mercian QMGS Trust Refurbishment of Science Laboratories S1 and S5

Notice Description

The Mercian Trust Refurbishment of Science Laboratories S1 and S5,the contract is a JCT Minor Works Building Contract 2024 Edition. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17152. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17152 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-24cacade-5123-47bf-9bb5-7f9106a1123f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fd7359e-62c1-4aea-b86b-376c75b7ed52
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£143,124 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Apr 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Apr 20266 days ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 28 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE MERCIAN TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WALSALL
Postcode
WS1 2PG
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG38 Walsall
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Walsall
Electoral Ward
Paddock
Westminster Constituency
Walsall and Bloxwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

METRIC BUILDING SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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