Planning

Supply Chain Notice: WP008 Brickwork & Blockwork- Rock Barracks

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

18 Jun 2025 at 13:01

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is planning a procurement process for a works package related to the construction of multi-functional buildings at Rock Barracks, MOD Woodbridge, located in the East of England. This opportunity, titled "Supply Chain Notice: WP008 Brickwork & Blockwork- Rock Barracks," involves the subcontracting of a Contract Design Package for Steel Frame and Metal Stairs. The current stage is Planning, and it is scheduled to initiate as a tender later. The contract is estimated to be worth £1,500,000, with the construction period expected to run from 6 June 2028 to 1 April 2030. Business entities are encouraged to express interest, with a communication update anticipated by 11 December 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for construction firms, particularly those specialising in multi-functional buildings, to engage with a high-profile military project. Given the large scope and value, it is well-suited to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their portfolio and gain experience in governmental contracts. Companies with a capability to design and construct steel frames and metal staircases will find this potential contract particularly beneficial for growth in the industry. The strategic location in East of England also allows businesses in nearby regions to easily partake in this tender opportunity.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply Chain Notice: WP008 Brickwork & Blockwork- Rock Barracks

Notice Description

Kier Construction subcontract for the provision of Contract Design Package for Steel Frame and Metal Stairs. This works package will be constructed at the MOD Woodbridge, Rock Barracks. This is a future opportunity notice for suppliers to register their interest in being selected for addition to the tender list. Please note this is a pipeline notice only and there is no further information at this time. All values and dates in this notice are estimated only and we reserve the right to amend any of the information prior to issuing an invitation to tender.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/260333ca-eee6-4cb9-b9fd-840b18aa2433
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45211350 - Multi-functional buildings construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jun 2028 - 1 Apr 2030 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WITHAM, ESSEX
Postcode
CM8 3TH
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Braintree
Electoral Ward
Witham Central
Westminster Constituency
Witham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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