Tender

Former House of Fraser Refurbishment Works

NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

13 Apr 2026 at 17:59

Tender

06 Mar 2026 at 12:35

Planning

14 Apr 2025 at 08:30

Summary of the contracting process

The North East Lincolnshire Borough Council is currently in the tender stage for the "Former House of Fraser Refurbishment Works" project, located in Grimsby, United Kingdom. This procurement involves construction work aimed at refurbishing the ground floor of the former House of Fraser building to prepare it for future tenant occupation. The total estimated contract value is £6,000,000 GBP, with submissions required through an open procedure via the YORtender e-portal. The tender period concludes on 6th May 2026, with key deadlines for enquiries by 30th April 2026 and awards by 3rd June 2026. This project falls under the 'Construction' industry category and requires vendors to engage in electronic submissions in English.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity, particularly for companies specialising in construction and refurbishment works. Given the project's complexity and value, it suits experienced contractors capable of delivering high-quality work under the specified timelines. The open procurement method encourages broad participation, allowing small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to compete, providing they meet the economic and technical criteria set forth, including necessary insurances and modern slavery compliance. Engaging in this refurbishment project could not only bolster a contractor’s portfolio but also pave the way for future collaborations with public authorities such as the North East Lincolnshire Borough Council and other government entities involved in infrastructure improvements.

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Notice Title

Former House of Fraser Refurbishment Works

Notice Description

North East Lincolnshire Borough Council (The Employer) are seeking one contractor to undertake internal ground floor refurbishment works on the former House of Fraser building, Grimsby, to provide a shell which will support a future tenant to commence their fit out.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Subject to the approval of Heritage Lottery Funding the contract may also be modified to include works to the exterior of the building, including conservation repair to building envelope, roofing works, rainwater goods, masonry repairs, window and door repairs / replacement and courtyard works. The total value (estimate) includes the estimated cost of this modification.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050214
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033494-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 May 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

QUEENSBERRY REAL ESTATE (UK) LTD

W.T. PARTNERSHIP LIMITED

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GRIMSBY
Postcode
DN31 1HU
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE13 North and North East Lincolnshire

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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