Works to improve Public Realm - Western Esplanade

SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL

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04 Jun 2026 at 08:11

Summary of the contracting process

Southampton City Council has completed a procurement process titled "Works to improve Public Realm - Western Esplanade," classified under the landscaping work category (CPV 45112700). The project, located in Southampton, England (postal code SO14 7LY), involved a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender stage concluded on 1st June 2026, and the contract is set to run from 4th June 2026 to 3rd June 2027, with a total value of £50,000. The contract has been awarded to Schofield Groundworks Limited, an SME, as of 3rd June 2026, with the award notice published on 4th June 2026.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities for SME contractors specialising in landscaping and public works improvements. Given the project's focus on enhancing public spaces, businesses with capabilities in landscaping and infrastructure development would be well-suited to deliver such services. SMEs, in particular, may find this type of work aligns with their operational capacities, encouraging broader engagement with civic improvement initiatives led by local councils. Such contracts can facilitate long-term relationships with government clients and expand a company's portfolio in public sector projects.

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Notice Title

Works to improve Public Realm - Western Esplanade

Notice Description

Works to improve Public Realm - Western Esplanade

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/288a8da9-e6fd-461a-821c-ebb650d269ad
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

45112700 - Landscaping work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 Jun 2026 - 3 Jun 2027 6-12 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
SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTHAMPTON
Postcode
SO14 7LY
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ32 Southampton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southampton
Electoral Ward
Bargate
Westminster Constituency
Southampton Itchen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SCHOFIELD GROUNDWORKS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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