Tender

Rowley Way Estate Better Homes Works

LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN

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Tender

10 Sep 2025 at 15:11

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Camden is currently in the tender stage for public procurement of the "Rowley Way Estate Better Homes Works" project, under ProContract ID: DN784809. Located in the UK region UKI31, this project falls under the industry category of refurbishment work, specifically targeting a significant improvement of 66 dwellings in accordance with the current Camden Home Standard. The procurement process is open, with submissions due by 16th February 2026. Key activities include kitchen and bathroom replacements, electrical upgrades, and asbestos removal. A heritage partnership agreement is integral to the delivery, ensuring that the works preserve the estate's heritage. Interested contractors must engage via ProContract, with the opportunity to submit enquiries until 22nd October 2025. The contract's gross value is set at £1,560,000, indicating its scale and impact on local economic development.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in refurbishment, especially those experienced with heritage sites, as it requires sensitive handling and compliance with quality prerequisites. Smaller and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, particularly those that can demonstrate experience in delivering such improvements in listed buildings. Firms well-versed in stakeholder engagement and resident communication will find this project aligns well with their skills. Additionally, there is a significant focus on quality assurance, including fire safety compliance, and maintaining minimal disruption in live estate environments. This contract provides growth potential by showcasing a company’s expertise in managing comprehensive renovation projects while working within the constraints of a historic setting.

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Notice Title

Rowley Way Estate Better Homes Works

Notice Description

Contract for a works contractor to undertake Better Homes improvement works at Rowley Way Estate. The scheme involves refurbishment of 66 dwellings to the Camden Home Standard, including: o Full kitchen and bathroom replacements o Electrical rewiring and compliance upgrades o Interior finishes (decoration, flooring, tiling) o Joinery reinstatement and conservation repairs o Removal of non-compliant/unauthorised modifications o Asbestos surveys and removal works, including within ceiling voids, risers, kitchens, and bathrooms o Delivery in accordance with a Heritage Partnership Agreement

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0597e4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055525-2025
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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,300,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,300,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2027 6-12 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
roopam.bhachu@camden.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N1C 4AG
Post Town
North London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
TLI31 Camden and City of London

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
King's Cross
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

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