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Hinkley Academy - Main Works (con_31356)

DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION

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17 Apr 2026 at 17:27

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Education has concluded the procurement process for the main works at Hinkley Academy, a project focusing on school construction works. This contract falls under the construction industry category and involves activities across various regions in the United Kingdom including London, North East, North West, Yorkshire and the Humber, and several others. The procurement process followed a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender reaching the award stage on 17 April 2026. Key dates included the contract start on 24 March 2026 and a completion deadline of 1 March 2028, with the contract awarded to REDS10 (UK) LIMITED valued at £22,505,042.99. The project provides a substantial opportunity for businesses in the construction sector specializing in school buildings.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for growth in the construction industry, particularly for large businesses with expertise in educational infrastructure. The comprehensive geographical scope across various regions of the UK allows firms to expand their reach and experience in delivering such projects. Although the process did not emphasise suitability for SMEs or Voluntary Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), it offers a lucrative deal for established construction firms like REDS10 (UK) LIMITED. Businesses capable of fulfilling large-scale works with a focus on school buildings will find this contract advantageous for both financial growth and expanding their portfolio of completed projects. The Department for Education's involvement ensures a structured and transparent procurement process, enhancing trust and reliability for participating entities.

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Notice Title

Hinkley Academy - Main Works (con_31356)

Notice Description

School construction works

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d52d9a77-c301-4ae3-917f-0b986de29d60
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/210ed335-8056-48c6-bc3c-2f425e4b0d75
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45214200 - Construction work for school buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£22,505,042 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£22,505,042 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
17 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
24 Mar 2026 - 1 Mar 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 3BT
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REDS10 (UK

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