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26-09 Green Innovation Corridor - Springfield Campus Blocks A & B (Principal Contractor)

UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON ENTERPRISE LIMITED

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10 Mar 2026 at 08:25

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Wolverhampton Enterprise Limited, in collaboration with the City of Wolverhampton Council, has completed the award stage for a procurement process concerning the refurbishment and extension of Blocks A and B at the Springfield Campus. This project, valued at £9.9 million, falls under the construction industry category specifically for construction structures and materials. The procurement process utilised a selective method through a call-off from the Constructing West Midlands Capital Works Framework. Located in the West Midlands, England, the contract spans from 1 February 2026 to 1 November 2026, with the initial tender period concluding on 30 January 2026. The awarded contractor, G F Tomlinson Birmingham Limited, was selected on 30 January 2026, with formal publishing occurring on 10 March 2026.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those specialising in engineering and infrastructure development. Organisations that can offer services related to the construction of structures, refurbishment, and material supply, especially small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), can find potential growth through participation in projects of this calibre. The collaborative focus between the University and local authorities further enhances visibility and expansion prospects for contracting parties. The awarded contractor, a SME, exemplifies how smaller-sized firms can successfully compete and secure lucrative contracts, helping them expand their portfolio and presence in the industry.

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Notice Title

26-09 Green Innovation Corridor - Springfield Campus Blocks A & B (Principal Contractor)

Notice Description

In partnership with the City of Wolverhampton Council, the University is undertaking the refurbishment and extension of Blocks A and B at the Springfield Campus to accommodate Engineering, University of Wolverhampton Racing Team (UWR) University of Wolverhampton Aerospace and (UWA) functions, alongside the potential delivery of a Welcome Centre that will serve as the southern gateway to the Green Innovation Corridor. Utilising the Constructing West Midlands (CWM) Capital Works Framework, Lot 1, a fast-track mini-competition was undertaken.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2ac06408-797f-4886-8a18-1718b75aa604
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc484913-bad0-4b2c-92d6-ef58791338ec
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44000000 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£9,900,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 1 Nov 2026 6-12 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
UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON ENTERPRISE LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WOLVERHAMPTON
Postcode
WV1 1LY
Post Town
Wolverhampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG39 Wolverhampton
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Wolverhampton
Electoral Ward
St Peters
Westminster Constituency
Wolverhampton West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

G F TOMLINSON BIRMINGHAM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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