Tender

Launceston Town Council Ground Workers' Compound - New Build

LAUNCESTON TOWN COUNCIL

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10 Jul 2025 at 09:28

Tender

07 Jul 2025 at 13:36

Summary of the contracting process

Launceston Town Council has announced an open procurement process for the construction of a new Ground Workers' Compound, including welfare facilities at the existing Launceston Town Council site in Cornwall, UK. The procurement, classified under the construction works category (CPV code 45000000), is at the tender stage, with submissions due by 25 July 2025. The estimated contract value is around £99,999.99 (gross), and the project is tentatively scheduled to begin on 18 August 2025 and conclude by 19 December 2025. Parties interested in this sub-central government contract, facilitated under UK legislative framework 2023/54, must submit tenders in writing to the council's address, ensuring all submissions are labelled 'Confidential - Ground Workers' Compound Tender'.

This project presents significant growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs with experience in the construction of building materials and structures. Businesses specialising in construction work and products related to building materials will find this tender particularly relevant. The assessment will focus primarily on the quality of past similar projects, financial capability, and health and safety standards, making it crucial for companies with a strong portfolio in such areas to participate. The tender offers an excellent prospect for those looking to expand their client base within public sector projects through a transparent and competitive procurement process.

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Notice Title

Launceston Town Council Ground Workers' Compound - New Build

Notice Description

Following the securing of necessary permissions, Launceston Town Council is now seeking tender submissions from suitably experienced and qualified companies to undertake the construction of the following: A welfare facilities unit, including secure storage and covered area, on the site of the existing Launceston Town Council Ground Workers' compound. See attachments for full details. Overarching Details: The Project: Ground Workers' Compound Employer: Launceston Town Council Principal Contractor: The successful tenderer Architect: PLACE Architects (Contract Administrator) Contact: Mike Wellsbury-Nye Telephone: 01566 772035 Email: people@placearchitects.co.uk Principal Designer: PLACE Architects

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Whilst an extension is unlikely, there may be delays due to persistent inclement weather and/or delays related to the supply of materials.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055a35
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038830-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44111000 - Building materials

44112000 - Miscellaneous building structures

44140000 - Products related to construction materials

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£83,333 Under £100K
Lots Value
£83,333 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Aug 2025 - 19 Dec 2025 1-6 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
LAUNCESTON TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Mr Martin Cornish
Contact Email
admin@launceston-tc.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01566773693

Buyer Location

Locality
LAUNCESTON
Postcode
PL15 7AR
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Cornwall
Electoral Ward
Launceston South
Westminster Constituency
North Cornwall

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