Award

Principal Contractor for the redevelopment and improvement works to construct 33 affordable homes at Broxburn Drive, South Ockendon.

THURROCK COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

20 Feb 2026 at 20:44

Tender

07 Nov 2025 at 17:11

Planning

23 May 2025 at 21:49

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contracting process involves Thurrock Council, a sub-central government public authority in Grays, UK, seeking a principal contractor for redevelopment works at Broxburn Drive, South Ockendon. This project aims to construct 33 affordable homes, complete with landscaping and parking. The procurement method adopted is open procedure, with the process currently in the award stage. The award was announced on 20th February 2026, with Buxton Building Contractors Limited selected as the supplier. The total contract value is £14,013,005.95 GBP, and the contract period spans from 31st March 2026 to 31st January 2029, with an optional renewal extension of 12 months if needed. Key industry classification associated with the tender includes construction work, as defined by the CPV codes.

This tender provides numerous opportunities for business growth, particularly for large construction firms with capabilities in residential building projects. The contract offers substantial work in constructing multi-dwelling buildings and flats, along with associated civil works like parking and landscaping. Businesses positioned to deliver high-quality construction work, possibly utilising sustainable and efficient building methods, would be competitive contenders for such procurements. The project's focus on affordable housing might also appeal to companies specialising in cost-effective construction solutions without compromising on quality. Contractors with strong project management expertise and adherence to timelines can leverage this substantial project to enhance their portfolio and expand business capabilities within the public sector.

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Notice Title

Principal Contractor for the redevelopment and improvement works to construct 33 affordable homes at Broxburn Drive, South Ockendon.

Notice Description

Principal Contractor for the redevelopment and improvement works to construct 33 affordable homes Broxburn Drive, South Ockendon with associated landscaping and parking provision.

Lot Information

Lot LOT-0001

Renewal: The option to extend for 12 months if there is a delay with the build or during the defects period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052564
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015872-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45111100 - Demolition work

45112700 - Landscaping work

45210000 - Building construction work

45211340 - Multi-dwelling buildings construction work

45211341 - Flats construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£13,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£13,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£14,013,005 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
1 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
20 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 31 Jan 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THURROCK COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GRAYS
Postcode
RM17 6SL
Post Town
Romford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH32 Thurrock
Delivery Location
TLH32 Thurrock

Local Authority
Thurrock
Electoral Ward
Grays Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Thurrock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BUXTON BUILDING CONTRACTORS

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