Award

Mechanical and electrical works at New County Hall, Truro, Cornwall

CORNWALL COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

09 Jun 2025 at 09:15

Tender

30 Oct 2024 at 15:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Cornwall Council involved the engagement of a contractor for mechanical and electrical works at New County Hall, Truro. This was conducted under an open procedure, attracting interest within the building installation industry. With a procurement category focusing on works, the tender involved a JCT Construction Management Trade Contract 2016. The tender, published on 30 October 2024, reached the award stage on 9 June 2025 with Lorne Stewart Plc as the awarded supplier. The contract period spans from 13 January 2025 to 1 June 2027, with the awarded value being £2,639,659.86. The location of the work is Truro, Cornwall, specifically at Treyew Road, TR1 3AY.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction, particularly those specialising in mechanical and electrical installation works, to gain contracts with local government entities. SMEs and VCSEs stand well-suited to compete, given the Council's suitability criteria that emphasises inclusivity. The opportunity for engagement in a sizable project under a recognised trade contract provides a platform for businesses to showcase their capabilities and possibly secure future projects. Such opportunities can stimulate growth through increased revenue, expanded operational capacity, and enhanced reputation within the sector. Businesses capable of delivering innovative solutions alongside high-quality service would particularly benefit from participating in similar tenders in the future.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Mechanical and electrical works at New County Hall, Truro, Cornwall

Notice Description

Cornwall Council is seeking to engage one (1) Trade Contractor under a JCT Construction Management Trade Contract 2016 (with a schedule of contract amendments) to provide the design, supply and installation of mechanical and electrical works at New County Hall, Treyew Road, Truro, Cornwall, TR1 3AY. Additional information: If you are interested in participating in the Council's opportunity in order to access the Procurement Documents you are invited to: a) Register on the Council's Due-North system https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk b) Express an interest in the project titled "Mechanical and electrical works at New County Hall, Truro, Cornwall - DN747035" c) Download, read and carefully consider the Council's procurement documents, and d) Complete and return your Tender using the Council's e-tendering system https://www.supplyingthesouthwest.org.uk by the Tender Return Date.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3d1d8988-3925-4df0-af3a-306687409366
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

45300000 - Building installation work

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45350000 - Mechanical installations

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,639,659 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
29 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 202510 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jan 2025 - 1 Jun 2027 2-3 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
CORNWALL COUNCIL
Contact Name
John Ward
Contact Email
john.ward@cornwall.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TRURO
Postcode
TR1 3AY
Post Town
Truro
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Truro Boscawen & Redannick
Westminster Constituency
Truro and Falmouth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LORNE STEWART

Further Information

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