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02 Jul 2026 at 11:09

Summary of the contracting process

The Metropolitan Police Service is seeking to refurbish and upgrade an air handling unit and clean rooms under their project titled "Lambeth Red Labs Refurb-Upgrades AHU12." This procurement falls under the construction industry category and takes place in London, United Kingdom. The procurement process, categorized as selective, utilized a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender stage is complete, with the award issued on 20th June 2026, and the project contract period set from 23rd June 2026 to 31st March 2027. The total value of the contract is £589,197.14. Potential suppliers interested in similar future opportunities should be aware that the Metropolitan Police Service acted as the contracting authority.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction sector, especially those experienced in upgrades and refurbishments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were considered suitable for this project, highlighting potential involvement in similar future contracts. Large-scale companies like Axis Europe PLC, who was awarded the contract, exemplify the type of business well-suited to execute the specified work effectively. Companies aiming to grow their portfolio within public sector projects in London may find this type of tender beneficial for business expansion and credibility enhancement.

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Notice Title

Lambeth Red Labs Refurb-Upgrades AHU12

Notice Description

Refurbishment and Upgrade of air handling unit and clean rooms

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d3e7b842-8730-4fdc-ab1f-5ec656ec1579
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a419cf0-efc0-44bd-b6bb-63bad53ecfac
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£589,197 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£589,197 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
22 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 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
METROPOLITAN POLICE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SIDCUP
Postcode
DA15 7ES
Post Town
Dartford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Bexley
Electoral Ward
Sidcup
Westminster Constituency
Old Bexley and Sidcup

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AXIS EUROPE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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