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FDIS - Colchester External Refurbishments to 24 properties - FY2026/27 - Amey Central Region - East

AMEY DEFENCE SERVICES LIMITED

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Planning

06 Mar 2026 at 11:15

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process being executed by Amey Defence Services Limited involves refurbishment works to 24 properties in the East of England as part of a planned contract, titled "FDIS - Colchester External Refurbishments to 24 Properties - FY2026/27 - Amey Central Region - East". With a projected budget reaching £4,500,000, this tender falls under the industry category of building refurbishment, and use the CPV code "45262690" for refurbishment of run-down buildings. The procurement is in the planning stage, with expressions of interest invited by 20 March 2026, and the contract is scheduled to commence on 5 May 2026, wrapping up by 31 March 2027. The procurement method being utilised is a competitive quotation below threshold, specifically targeting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and refurbishment, particularly those experienced in working with roof replacements, chimney removals, and external lighting installations. Subcontractors that can act as main contractors and are verified members of Constructionline (Gold level) will find this opportunity well-suited for their capabilities. The contract also prioritises social responsibility, and incorporates collaboration with Amey to deliver social value goals. Businesses that have structured business continuity and disaster recovery plans will gain a favourable edge. Moreover, the opportunity encourages working within a Building Information Modelling (BIM) Level 2 environment and compliance with Ministry of Defence (MOD) standards, presenting growth potential for companies willing to engage in this specific domain.

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Notice Title

FDIS - Colchester External Refurbishments to 24 properties - FY2026/27 - Amey Central Region - East

Notice Description

Central Region - East Brief Scope of Works * Replace roof main dwelling * New fascias, soffits & RWG * Swan neck SVP * Chimney removal & Fireplaces to be blocked up * Fireplace & Hearth removal * External Lighting * Extract fans * Dedicated On Site Liaison Officer (OSLO) 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 also 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/6b61f85f-5c5f-4630-9b0b-553b16c00c3c
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below 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
6 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
20 Mar 20265 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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