Tender

FDIS - Wattisham Whole House Refurbishments to 34 properties - FY2026/27 - Amey Central Region - East

AMEY DEFENCE SERVICES LIMITED

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Tender

25 Mar 2026 at 10:44

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Amey Defence Services Limited involves the refurbishment of 34 properties at Wattisham in the UK's East of England. This tender, titled "FDIS - Wattisham Whole House Refurbishments to 34 properties - FY2026/27 - Amey Central Region - East," falls under the industry category "Refurbishment of run-down buildings." As part of the competitive procedure with negotiation above threshold, interested subcontractors have until 8th April 2026 to submit Expressions of Interest via email. The contract is scheduled to begin on 24th August 2026 and end on 15th January 2027. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, offering opportunities for capable subcontractors to engage in comprehensive refurbishment works, including kitchen, bathroom, roof replacements, and more.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses, predominantly SMEs, specialising in construction and refurbishment works. Companies with verified membership in Constructionline at the GOLD level and compliance capabilities with MoD standards are well-suited for this contract. Successful bidders must demonstrate the ability to act as the main contractor and fulfil requirements such as working within a BIM Level 2 environment and handling MoD Identifiable Information securely. With a total contract value of £4.5 million, this project promises considerable business growth potential, encouraging partnerships with Amey Defence Services and delivering social value through construction activities. The tender also opens the possibility for future negotiated works based on successful initial engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FDIS - Wattisham Whole House Refurbishments to 34 properties - FY2026/27 - Amey Central Region - East

Notice Description

Central Region - East Whole House Refurbishments, scope of works likely to include: * Replace Kitchen & Bathroom * Replace Doors and Windows * Replace Roof * Replace Boiler/Heating/Plumbing * Electrical rewire * Internal reconfigurations Amey have been tasked by the DIO through the FDIS to deliver the Regional Accommodation Maintenance Service for the Central and North Regions. This notice is a call for competition and there may not be a further notice related to this opportunity. For Amey to accept any EoI it is ESSENTIAL that any subcontractor is: * willing to act as Main Contractor (essential requirement); * a Verified member of Constructionline (GOLD), relevant Work Category MUST show that Subcontracting is possible, and the 'Building Safety Act - Standard Construction' must be Verified; * capable of working to MOD SFG20 (PPM works only); * capable of working in a BIM Level 2 environment (where applicable); * compliant with DefStan 05-138 (required if you are likely to handle MoD Identifiable Information on your IT system); * willing to work with Amey to deliver Social Value to our Client; ideally, complete the Social Value Goal within the Constructionline platform. DESIRABLE attributes of our Supply Chain: * have a Corporate Social Responsibility policy; * have a Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plan If successful the subcontractor will need to pass a PQQ, sign up to Amey Terms and Conditions, and meet the MoD Security Requirements. This future opportunity notice is for Expressions of Interest, BY EMAIL ONLY. Procurement Documentation will follow separately via a link from our e-tender portal (Curtis Fitch). Note 1: The bidder must quote for all aspects of the Works. Note 2: Future works of a similar nature may be negotiated based upon submitted rates. Note 3: Those making an Expression of Interest will be required to sign-up to our 'Sub-contract Agreement' where 'Mini Competitions' or 'Call Offs' will be used to tender works/services. Note 4: For complex projects such as External Wall Insulation installation, Structural works etc. it is a requirement that the bidder must (at Contract Award) carry PI Insurance cover of not less than PS1,000,000. Note 5: Those making an EoI will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contract Regulations 2015 i.e. Regulations 57, 58 & 60. ADS expressly reserves the right to require those making an EoI to provide additional information supplementing or clarifying any of the information requested. Note 6: Depending on Amey's annual spend with individual bidders you may be required to either have committed to the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi), set SBTi approved near-term targets, or Net Zero targets. This opportunity is not advertised on Constructionline. ADS does not bind itself to accept any tender and is not liable for any costs incurred by those expressing an interest or tendering for this opportunity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f742954-f2d9-41d7-a7e9-f3433b69d311
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Apr 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Aug 2026 - 15 Jan 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
AMEY DEFENCE SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HUNTINGDON
Postcode
PE28 2EA
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Huntingdonshire
Electoral Ward
Hemingford Grey & Houghton
Westminster Constituency
Huntingdon

Further Information

Notice Documents

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