Award

Design and Construction of a new Police Station at Dovercourt

THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX

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12 Aug 2025 at 13:06

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex has completed the procurement process for the design and construction of a new police station in Dovercourt, Harwich, Essex, under the supervision of their office located in Northfleet. This selective procurement was conducted through a call-off from a framework agreement, focusing on multi-functional buildings construction work. The tender's principal classification is registered under CPV code 45211350. The contract was awarded on 18 June 2025, to Pentaco Construction Ltd for a total value of £4,032,459.02. The procurement involved a two-stage process with the construction works having a significant phase from 22 August 2024 to 30 April 2026. The tender concluded on 8 May 2024. The location of the work is in the East of England, with a postal code CO12 4JE, emphasising the project's relevance to the surrounding community.

This tender represents a notable business opportunity, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as evidenced by the successful tender by Pentaco Construction Ltd, an SME. Companies in construction, specifically those specialising in emergency services building work, would find this tender relevant due to the nature of the project and the necessity for expertise in constructing multi-functional facilities. The opportunity to engage in a substantial public sector project can serve as a platform for growth, enabling companies to showcase their capability in managing complex construction projects. The process also demonstrates how businesses can leverage framework agreements to secure significant contracts within the public sector, paving the way for further business opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design and Construction of a new Police Station at Dovercourt

Notice Description

The design and construction of a new Police Station, together with external works, drainage and car parking at Dovercourt, Harwich, Essex. This was a 2-stage procurement. The key date and awarded date reflect the dates of the contracts at each of the 2 stages. Award values: PCSA and enabling works PS219,699.68 Construction works PS3,742,759.33

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-76d7cedc-6d27-47c5-a96e-624893acd4a2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bad07d4f-47d6-4575-a7e7-44b77b0c99f8
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45211350 - Multi-functional buildings construction work

45216120 - Construction work for buildings relating to emergency services

45216125 - Emergency-services building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,032,459 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£3,962,459 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
21 Aug 2024 - 30 Apr 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHFLEET
Postcode
DA11 8BD
Post Town
Dartford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ43 Kent Thames Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Gravesham
Electoral Ward
Northfleet & Springhead
Westminster Constituency
Gravesham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PENTACO CONSTRUCTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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