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Award

25 Jun 2026 at 09:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Supply & Fit Blinds Brittons Academy" was conducted by the Empower Learning Academy Trust, based in Upminster, England. The process, classified under the industry category of installation work of blinds, followed an open procurement method and has reached the award stage as of 25th June 2026. The contract is valued at £60,441. The tender's contract period is scheduled from 17th July 2026 to 28th August 2026. The intended work location is primarily within the United Kingdom, with potential delivery addresses spanning various territories including British Overseas Territories and Europe.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in installation works, particularly those focused on fitting blinds. It's an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as its suitability is designed to accommodate such entities. Companies like Blindmaster Ltd, which successfully secured the contract, demonstrate that specialised, capable suppliers in this sector can effectively compete and expand their portfolio through engagements with educational institutions like the Empower Learning Academy Trust. Businesses with the capability to deliver within the specified locations and timeframes will find opportunities for growth in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

CA17826 - Supply & fit blinds Brittons Academy

Notice Description

Supply & fit blinds Brittons Academy. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17826. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17826 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bcb29ac1-cdf8-497d-9e9a-90d38f2f9023
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c2de56a-226c-4708-8035-724d08147be5
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

45421143 - Installation work of blinds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£64,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£60,441 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
12 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Jul 2026 - 28 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
EMPOWER LEARNING ACADEMY TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
UPMINSTER
Postcode
RM14 1SF
Post Town
Romford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI52 Barking & Dagenham and Havering
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Havering
Electoral Ward
Cranham
Westminster Constituency
Hornchurch and Upminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLINDMASTER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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