Award

Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) in Schools Project

LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

29 Dec 2025 at 15:05

Award

19 Sep 2025 at 15:52

Tender

23 Jul 2025 at 15:39

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Lewisham, a public authority located in Catford, United Kingdom, completed the contracting process for their "Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) in Schools Project" to enhance climate resilience at Trinity CoE Primary School. This project, categorised under the "works" industry, was aimed at reducing surface water risk and fostering awareness around sustainable drainage solutions through educational engagement. The procurement used an open method below the threshold, resulting in the award of the contract to Meristem Design Limited on 4th November 2025. The total contract value is £75,000 and it is scheduled to run until 31st March 2026, with project delivery taking place in the UKI44 region.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction work for school buildings and drainage systems, especially SMEs, as demonstrated by Meristem Design Limited's success. The project's focus on sustainability and educational engagement with climate resilience solutions makes it ideal for companies with expertise in eco-friendly infrastructure and educational outreach. Participating in such public sector projects can enhance visibility, provide steady work through government contracts, and bolster credentials in sustainable development, thereby contributing to business growth.

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Notice Title

Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) in Schools Project

Notice Description

The purpose of this contract is to increase climate resilience at Trinity CoE Primary School by delivering a SuDS and Engagement programme. The project will reduce surface water risk in the school estate, while raising awareness of the role that SuDS play in climate adaptation; providing educational opportunities for pupils, staff and the wider school community to engage with sustainable drainage solutions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0564e1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/086332-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

44163112 - Drainage system

45214200 - Construction work for school buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£90,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£75,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Dec 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
4 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
lewisham.procurement@lewisham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CATFORD
Postcode
SE6 4RU
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark

Local Authority
Lewisham
Electoral Ward
Rushey Green
Westminster Constituency
Lewisham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MERISTEM DESIGN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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