Tender

Construction of a temporary farm area

ST HELENS COLLEGE

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Tender

20 Aug 2025 at 15:36

Summary of the contracting process

The current procurement process is spearheaded by St Helens College for the construction of a temporary farm area. This undertaking falls within the construction work industry category, specified under CPV code 45000000. Located in St Helens, United Kingdom, the procurement is at the tender stage with significant deadlines approaching, including the submission deadline on 25th September 2025 at 12:00 PM. A series of site visits are planned for prospective tenderers on 5th, 12th, and 17th September 2025. Interested parties are encouraged to register ahead of 14th September 2025 to ensure participation. The procurement method being used is an open competition, designed to be inclusive and accessible via the Multiquote platform, with electronic submissions permitted.

This tender presents compelling opportunities for growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, which have been identified as suitable participants. The project involves providing essential infrastructure such as small animal enclosures, temporary classroom units, and utility connections, making it ideal for construction firms with expertise in educational and animal care facilities. The focus on social value and quality, alongside competitive pricing, offers additional incentive for businesses to deliver innovative and high-quality solutions. By seizing this opportunity, businesses can expand their portfolio in public sector contracts while contributing to an important educational initiative.

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Notice Title

Construction of a temporary farm area

Notice Description

The temporary farm relocation project will provide animal care learners and staff with a modern, safe, inspirational and aspiration area to complete farm and animal care related studies in an appropriate working environment. The temporary farm relocation project will provide animal care learners and staff with a modern, safe, inspirational and aspiration area to complete farm and animal care related studies in an appropriate working environment. An outline of the scope is as follows: Working within existing approved local authority planning consent the Contractor is required to complete but not limited to: Supply & erection of 16 x small animal enclosures and creation of pen areas. Supply & installation of 1 x temporary classroom unit with interconnecting welfare and break are units. Supply & installation of 1 x storage Container. Supply & installation of a metal mesh type boundary fence line with gated access points and mesh roofing enclosure. Associated electrical connectivity, lighting and power etc, work to existing local supply. Supply & installation of above ground freshwater storage & supply fed from local supply. Supply & installation above ground foul waste storage related to the classroom/welfare unit. Site visits are available on the following dates 05/09/2025 9.00 - 9.40am, 10.00 - 10.40am, 11.00 - 11.40am, 12.00 - 12.40pm, 2.00 - 2.40pm, 3.00 -3.40pm 12/09/2025 9.00 - 9.40am, 10.00 - 10.40am, 11.00 - 11.40am, 12.00 - 12.40pm, 2.00 - 2.40pm, 3.00 -3.40pm 17/09/2025 9.00 - 9.40am, 10.00 - 10.40am, 11.00 - 11.40am, A site visit is encouraged, and will be offered on a first come, first served basis . The purpose of the site visit is to provide all tenderers with the opportunity to view the premises prior to submitting a tender. Please advise attendance at this campus visit by contacting the College via the tender messaging tool on Multiquote https://suppliers.multiquote.com, the eSender used by the College. Confirmation of attendance and names and contact information of the attendee(s) should be received by the not later than close of business on 14/09/2025. At the date and time of the agreed site visit, report to Wayne Sullivan.at The STEM Centre, Pocket Nook, St Helens, WA9 1TT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058ba2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050320-2025
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£274,416 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£274,416 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Oct 2025 - 25 Nov 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
ST HELENS COLLEGE
Contact Name
Procurement Admin
Contact Email
procurement@sthelens.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01744

Buyer Location

Locality
ST HELENS
Postcode
WA10 1PP
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
St. Helens
Electoral Ward
St Helens Town Centre
Westminster Constituency
St Helens South and Whiston

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