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18 Jun 2026 at 08:18

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "CA18003 - Facilities Rooms James Watt Project" was conducted by Birmingham Metropolitan College (BMet), a prominent further and higher education provider in the West Midlands, England. The contract, classified under building alteration work (CPV: 45262700), involves the refurbishment of four toilet blocks at the James Watt Campus to enhance accessibility, sustainability, hygiene, and user experience while adhering to statutory requirements. This process utilized an open procurement method and has reached the award stage, with an active contract now in place. The award was finalised on 18th June 2026, with works scheduled to commence on 22nd June 2026 and conclude by 15th August 2026. The total contract value awarded was £708,809.

This procurement opportunity offers considerable growth prospects for businesses in the construction industry, particularly those with specialties in building alteration work and sustainable building practices. Ideal competitors for such tenders include SMEs capable of delivering construction and refurbishment projects that meet high standards of quality and compliance. The open procedure ensures that various businesses have the opportunity to bid, fostering a competitive environment and encouraging the engagement of skilled contractors who can support the college's mission to provide a modern and inclusive educational environment.

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Notice Title

CA18003 - Facilities Rooms James Watt Project

Notice Description

Birmingham Metropolitan College (BMet) is a leading further and higher education provider in the West Midlands region. The college operates multiple campuses, including the James Watt Campus in Great Barr and the Sutton Coldfield Campus. BMet is committed to enhancing its facilities to provide a safe, inclusive, and modern environment for students, staff, and visitors. This Invitation to Tender (ITT) invites competitive proposals from suitably experienced contractors for the construction works associated with the refurbishment of four toilet blocks at the James Watt Campus. The works will deliver significant improvements in accessibility, sustainability, hygiene standards, and overall user experience, while ensuring full compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18003. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18003 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9d8aaebd-5107-4bcf-84a1-289230422e70
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1aba0bf0-0fa2-4328-b111-f0a3a712189e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45262700 - Building alteration work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£750,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£708,809 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
21 Jun 2026 - 15 Aug 2026 1-6 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
BMET COLLEGE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7PS
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MCCARTHY & ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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