This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

16 Jun 2026 at 15:13

AwardUpdate

05 Feb 2026 at 12:56

Award

29 Jan 2026 at 10:18

Tender

04 Sep 2025 at 07:57

Summary of the contracting process

Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council has completed the tendering process for the Capital Planned Works project, which involves significant repair and improvement work on void and tenanted properties throughout the Borough of Dudley. The project includes re-rendering programs, bathroom renewals, kitchen replacements, and other major works. The procurement, conducted through an open procedure, reached the award stage on 16th June 2026. The project carries a gross value of £138 million and is scheduled to begin on 1st September 2026. UI Social Infrastructure Limited has been appointed as the principal contractor, tasked with delivering all contracted work by 30th August 2031. The industry categories involved include building construction, completion work, and repair and maintenance services in the UKG36 region, aligning with the legislative provisions of the UK Public Contracts Regulations 2023.

This tender represents an opportunity for large-scale construction firms to expand their operational footprint by engaging in substantial public infrastructure projects within the West Midlands region. With a focus on various building and improvement works, companies with experience in multi-faceted construction projects, capability in handling extensive refurbishment tasks, and managing complex logistical operations would benefit greatly from participating in such tenders. The open procedure and extensive scope offer ample opportunities for businesses to showcase their expertise and secure long-term partnerships with public sector entities.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Capital Planned Works

Notice Description

H758 Capital Planned Works, including General Repairs and Improvement Works to Void and Tenanted Properties Dudley MBC is seeking interest in Contractors to provide a works contract which delivers Large-scale Capital Planned Works to include - Re-Render Programmes, Bathroom Renewal, Kitchen Replacement, Minor Works & Subsidence, External Facades (Roofing), Improvements to Stock Condition, Estate Improvements, Garage improvements ( Major Components, Re-Roof, demolition), and Higher Value strategic Void support(over PS5K refurbishment) within the Borough of Dudley. A principal contractor will be appointed to carry out the whole of the works included within the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0593b3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056792-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

45400000 - Building completion work

50700000 - Repair and maintenance services of building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£115,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
£115,000,000 £100M-£1B
Awards Value
£115,000,000 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
16 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20265 months ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 30 Aug 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DUDLEY
Postcode
DY1 1HF
Post Town
Dudley
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG36 Dudley
Delivery Location
TLG36 Dudley

Local Authority
Dudley
Electoral Ward
St. James's
Westminster Constituency
Dudley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UI SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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