WP4061 The provision of Walsall Connected Gateway and Adult Learning Centre - NEC 4 Design and Build Contracts

WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Award

19 Jun 2026 at 07:59

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Walsall Connected Gateway and Adult Learning Centre is led by Walsall Metro Borough Council, focusing on NEC 4 Design and Build Contracts within the construction industry. Located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom, the project involves various contracts including professional services and demolition works. It falls under a selective procurement method as a direct award via the Pagabo Framework's Major Works - Lot 2. The procurement stage is currently at the award stage, with the contract officially active from 30th April 2025, set to conclude by 18th February 2028. The contract is valued at £35,361,039, with additional contingency for unforeseen costs.

This tender creates growth opportunities for construction companies, especially SMEs, due to the project's scale and requirement for diverse construction services. Businesses with expertise in design and build contracts, particularly those with experience in framework agreements, are well-suited to compete. Kier Construction Limited has been awarded the contract, highlighting the potential for businesses capable of handling significant long-term projects in the region. The procurement presents a strategic chance for entities specialising in comprehensive construction work to expand their portfolio and regional presence.

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Notice Title

WP4061 The provision of Walsall Connected Gateway and Adult Learning Centre - NEC 4 Design and Build Contracts

Notice Description

This award covers all contracts associated with the Connected Gateway and Adult Learning College (ALC) including: Professional Services, ALC Enabling Works, Park Street Demolition and the Main Build. The project has been procured as a Direct Award via the Pagabo Framework, Major Works - Lot 2. In addition to the contract value the Council has a contigency available to cover unforeseen requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2dc6c18c-20fb-4485-b424-4dd38f266495
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
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,361,039 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£35,361,039 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
29 Apr 2025 - 18 Feb 2028 2-3 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
WALSALL METRO BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WALSALL
Postcode
WS1 1TP
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG38 Walsall
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Walsall
Electoral Ward
St Matthew's
Westminster Constituency
Walsall and Bloxwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KIER CONSTRUCTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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