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Thomas More Catholic School - PCSA (con_31426)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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17 Apr 2026 at 18:57

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has awarded the contract for construction works at Thomas More Catholic School through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract, valued at £4,673,096.47, is classified under the industry category of construction work for school buildings and covers various regions across the United Kingdom, including London and the Midlands. The award was made to BAM Construction Ltd, with the contract period commencing on 9th April 2026 and concluding on 21st May 2027. The procurement process was completed prior to the tender period ending on 2nd April 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in school construction works. Although it has been awarded to BAM Construction Ltd, the high value and scope of such tenders highlight the growth potential for construction firms, particularly those with capabilities in handling significant contracts across multiple regions. The Department for Education's commitment to utilising framework agreements suggests ongoing opportunities for SMEs, focusing on developing relationships for future tenders and strengthening their portfolios in infrastructure and education projects.

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Notice Title

Thomas More Catholic School - PCSA (con_31426)

Notice Description

School construction works

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-25899283-9093-4988-ac7e-bb231d91f24d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e75ebee-3b97-4a10-9466-40d26c04f444
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45214200 - Construction work for school buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,673,096 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£4,673,096 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
8 Apr 2026 - 21 May 2027 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
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BAM CONSTRUCTION

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