Tender

Circuit Lane Single Storey Extension

READING BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Feb 2026 at 16:29

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The current tender, titled "Circuit Lane Single Storey Extension", is issued by Reading Borough Council, focusing on construction work categorized under CPV code 45000000. The project involves a wraparound, single-storey extension and refurbishment works on the RBC property at 6 Circuit Lane, Reading, located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. This procurement is in the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions on 23rd February 2026 at 12:00 pm. The estimated value of the contract is £125,000, and the procurement method is identified as an open procedure below the threshold. Work is anticipated to commence on 15th March 2026 and conclude by 15th September 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction industry, particularly those specialising in small-scale extensions and refurbishments. It is ideally suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of delivering precise and compliant construction works. Given the procurement process's open and accessible nature, businesses in the relevant geographical region with suitable expertise can leverage this opportunity for growth, enhancing their portfolio and gaining experience in public sector contracts. Companies that can effectively utilise resources within the defined budget stand a chance to secure a long-term relationship with the borough council, thus facilitating business expansion.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Circuit Lane Single Storey Extension

Notice Description

The works comprise of a wraparound, single storey extension and refurbishment works to the RBC property and site at 6 Circuit Lane, Reading. Works to include internal adaptations, access provisions and associated alteration works.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5eddeaf-4b49-4281-8262-63b710345cef
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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£125,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 2026Today
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Mar 2026 - 15 Sep 2026 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
READING BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Chloe Sharpe
Contact Email
chloe.sharpe@reading.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01273336173

Buyer Location

Locality
READING
Postcode
RG1 2LU
Post Town
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Reading
Electoral Ward
Abbey
Westminster Constituency
Reading Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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