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21 May 2026 at 00:02

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concerning the construction works for The Royal School, Wolverhampton, has been successfully completed. The Department for Education served as the buying organisation for this project, which is categorised under the construction industry, specifically for school buildings, with a CPV code of 45214200. BAM Construction Ltd was awarded the contract, which had a total value of £67,397,262.44. The procurement was conducted via a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract covers regions across the United Kingdom, including North East, North West, and London, and is scheduled to run from 13th April 2026 to 12th February 2029. The tender process concluded with an award stage as of 21st May 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in large-scale construction projects, particularly those experienced in educational facility developments. While this specific contract is not suitable for SMEs or VCSEs due to its scale and requirements, it sets a precedent and provides a reference point for similar large-scale projects. Businesses capable of delivering large and complex construction works could leverage this project to strengthen their portfolios and bolster their capabilities for future opportunities in the public sector. Additionally, it illustrates the potential benefits of participating in framework agreements as a means to secure high-value contracts.

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Notice Title

The Royal School, Wolverhampton - Main Works (con_31559)

Notice Description

School construction works

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fedac69b-63c5-4daa-bddd-d83d5046d7c4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/495ad564-5590-4344-a49f-cfa8e4112abf
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
£67,397,262 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£67,397,262 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20265 months ago
Contract Period
13 Apr 2026 - 12 Feb 2029 2-3 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
Postcode Area
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

BAM Construction Ltd

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