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Project Halo

St Helens Council

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29 Aug 2025 at 15:48

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29 Aug 2025 at 15:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "Project Halo" is initiated by St Helens Council, located at Town Hall, St Helens, United Kingdom. This procurement is in the tender stage with a focus on construction work, specifically in the advanced manufacturing, science, and technology industry categories. The project involves the development of a TechBox on a remediated glassworks site, aiming to provide 8,037m2 of space with future mezzanine expansions to accommodate tenant requirements. The tender method is selective, utilising a Competitive Flexible Procedure, with an estimated contract value of £16,560,000. Interested suppliers must note the deadline for expression of interest, which is set for 10th October 2025. Key procurement timelines include tender submission from 27th October 2025 to 13th February 2026, with the contract award expected between 16th February to 13th March 2026, and commencement slated for 13th April 2026.

Project Halo presents significant opportunities for growth, particularly for businesses involved in sustainable construction and those able to meet high standards like BREEAM Outstanding. Companies specialising in office space development, advanced manufacturing facilities, and adaptable unit configurations are ideal candidates. Businesses with a strong track record in high-value projects and those capable of showcasing quality, social value, and competitive pricing through the procurement process stand to benefit. The strategic location and comprehensive development plan aim to cater to local demand, providing long-term business opportunities for suitable suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Project Halo

Notice Description

E-Procurement Portal (The Chest) Link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=3375c9e5-c884-f011-813a-005056b64545&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21 The proposed development is on the site of a former glassworks that was remediated in 2021. The development is of 8,037m2 with the provision for future mezzanine expansion to meet tenant requirements. The proposed TechBox development aiming to meet local demands for advanced manufacturing, science and technology end users. The scheme is across 4 blocks separated into 6 units, designed to meet a range of end user requirements. The proposed development consists of a fitted-out core of office space and amenity services, with a shell for occupiers' production and storage requirements. External works include parking, delivery yards, soft landscaping and amenity. Project Halo aims to be a class leading TechBox scheme, and as such aspires to meet the highest standards of sustainability. The proposed scheme demonstrates its approach to sustainable construction through a target of achieving BREEAM Outstanding, setting it within the top 1% of sustainability performance of the UKs commercial new buildings. The estimated value of this contract is: PS16,560,000 (incl. VAT) STAR Procurement, acting on behalf of the Council, invites Applications for the provision of the Works otherwise referred to as the "Contract" by the Council, from organisations with relevant experience and ability to demonstrate sufficient capacity for providing the Services (the "Suppliers"). In addition to the Council, the Invitation to Participate (ITP) and any ensuing Invitation to Tender (ITT) is issued on behalf of Network Space Land Limited. E-Procurement Portal (The Chest) Link: https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=3375c9e5-c884-f011-813a-005056b64545&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0590b8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052559-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,560,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£16,560,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Aug 202512 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Apr 2026 - 12 Apr 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
St Helens Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ST HELENS
Postcode
WA10 1HP
Postcode Area
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
TLD7 Merseyside
Local Authority
St. Helens
Electoral Ward
St Helens Town Centre
Westminster Constituency
St Helens South and Whiston

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