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Saffron Walden SEN Provision

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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28 Jul 2026 at 14:54

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Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process was conducted by Essex County Council for the project titled "Saffron Walden SEN Provision," involving the design and construction of a new standalone building at Saffron Walden County High School. The project falls under the industry category of construction work for school buildings, specifically located in the East of England, United Kingdom. The process employed a selective procurement method with a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender stage has concluded with the award phase being active as of 20th May 2026. The contract period spans from 20th May 2026 to 14th August 2027, with the final award being published on 28th July 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, particularly those with expertise in educational facilities. Given the significant contract value of approximately £2,065,917.56, both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to compete in such projects due to their capacity to respond flexibly to specific project needs within the public sector framework. Larger suppliers such as R G Carter Southern Ltd, the award recipient, demonstrate the scale and capabilities desirable in fulfilling these specialised works. Participation in such a tender could enable business growth by establishing or expanding partnerships with local government entities like Essex County Council.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Saffron Walden SEN Provision

Notice Description

Design and Build of a New Standalone Building for SEN Provision at Saffron Walden County High School, CB11 4UH

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fce51be-f2cf-41ac-afd6-953d690d7d6b
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
£2,065,917 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,065,917 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
19 May 2026 - 14 Aug 2027 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
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1QH
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

R G CARTER SOUTHERN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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