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St Mary the Virgin, Great Dunmow | Main Contractor for Internal Reordering Project

PCC OF DUNMOW ST MARYS

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05 Aug 2026 at 16:45

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The PCC of Dunmow St Marys is inviting tenders for the "St Mary the Virgin, Great Dunmow | Main Contractor for Internal Reordering Project," a venture funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. This project, classified under the "Church construction work" category, involves significant internal alterations to the historic church located in the East of England, United Kingdom. The procurement process, announced on 5th August 2026, is currently in the tender stage with an open procedure (below threshold). Interested contractors have until 4th September 2026 at 12:00 PM to submit their tenders. The contract is expected to commence on 11th September 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2027, with an estimated value ranging from £200,000 to £500,000.

This tender opportunity presents significant potential for business growth for companies specialising in construction, particularly those experienced in church restoration, joinery, and structural work. Small and medium-sized enterprises will find this contract especially suitable, offering them a chance to display their capability in handling historical and architectural projects. Engaging in this project can enhance the portfolio of firms adept at delivering complex construction work within specified budget constraints, thereby bolstering their reputation and capacity in similar future ventures.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

St Mary the Virgin, Great Dunmow | Main Contractor for Internal Reordering Project

Notice Description

St Mary the Virgin, Great Dunmow, is seeking tenders for a main contractor to deliver their National Lottery Heritage Fund project which involves a series of internal alterations to the historic church building. The scope of work includes: - Relocation of the font - Construction of internal partitions and supply and installation of accessible WC - Supply and installation of various bespoke joinery elements, including: storage cupboards, ramps, AV desk, raised platform, kitchenette etc. - Supply and installation of new floor construction and underfloor heating system at the west end - Lowering of the south porch internal floor level and associated remedial works - Construction of new mezzanine to the tower - Construction of new internal porch - Supply and construction of new external doors - New services and redecoration to works areas If you are intersted in receving the suite of tender documents for this opportunity, please contact john.bailey@thomasford.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8cfdc46-e637-47fa-9ea4-d99438b6ef89
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45212350 - Buildings of particular historical or architectural interest

45212360 - Religious buildings construction work

45212361 - Church construction work

45223200 - Structural works

45420000 - Joinery and carpentry installation work

45454100 - Restoration work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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
PCC OF DUNMOW ST MARYS
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DUNMOW
Postcode
CM6 1LJ
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH35 West Essex
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Uttlesford
Electoral Ward
Great Dunmow South & Barnston
Westminster Constituency
North West Essex

Further Information

Notice Documents

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