Tender

Main Contractors Framework 2026

LONDON SCHOOL OF HYGIENE & TROPICAL MEDICINE

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Tender

03 Oct 2025 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is seeking to establish a Main Contractors Framework 2026 for construction works across its campuses. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage and is set to be conducted using a competitive flexible procedure. This framework will encompass two lots: Lot 1 for main contractors qualified to undertake a variety of construction projects, and Lot 2 for Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP) contractors, specifically handling large-scale replacements and refurbishments. The estimated total value of works is between £15 million and £63 million, divided over multiple projects. Interested parties must submit their expressions of interest via the Mercell portal by 31st October 2026, with invitations to tender issued for those fulfilling participation criteria. The main procurement category is works, with project execution due to take place across multiple locations within the region UKI31.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and MEP sectors to expand their portfolios by bidding for multi-million pound projects within the educational and research infrastructure. Companies specialising in construction, site preparation, electrical installation, mechanical installations, and building refurbishment would be particularly well-suited to compete for these lots. Success in securing a place on this framework could provide consistent long-term project opportunities and enable firms to build lasting partnerships with the buyer, enhancing growth and reputation in the public sector arena.

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Notice Title

Main Contractors Framework 2026

Notice Description

LSHTM Framework for Main Contractors, to procure works across all campuses of its estate, broken out into the following Lots: Lot 1 - Main Contractor - Carry out construction projects, either as traditional single stage or design and build. Lot 2 - Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP) Contractor - Predominantly in relation to either large plant replacement, or large scale replacement of for instance light fittings, or distribution pipework but may also cover simple external and internal refurbishment works. With an estimated total value of LSHTM capital projects over the life of the Framework of between PS15,000,000 and PS63,000,000 GBP based on up to PS60,000,000 for lot 1 and up to PS3,000,000 for lot 2. These figures cannot in any circumstances be guaranteed and nor should they be taken as a minimum or maximum amount. Typical call-off contract values range from PS250,000 - PS10,000,000 for lot 1, and PS10,000 to PS150,000 for lot 2. Please note that refurbishment work in the laboratories is of a highly technical nature, requiring extensive relevant skills and experience. In addition, the refurbishment works generally take place in occupied buildings with other research activities ongoing nearby, requiring careful planning and execution of the works so that no research is interrupted. Due to the criticality of these research activities an ability to react and resource promptly to address technical issues that threaten research continuity is required.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Main Contractors

Lot 1 - Main Contractors - Carry out construction projects, either as traditional single stage or design and build.

Renewal: The initial term will be 5 years with the option to extend for a further two years. A longer term framework is required due to the scale of the projects that will be called off from the framework, the time to deliver each scheme and the relatively low frequency of the schemes/competitions. The extended duration will enable the delivery of the School's capital programme, and the opportunity to develop the collaborative relationships that the School desires.

Lot 2 - MEP Contractor

Lot 2 - Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP) Contractor - Predominantly in relation to either large plant replacement, or large scale replacement of for instance light fittings, or distribution pipework but may also cover simple external and internal refurbishment works.

Renewal: The initial term will be 5 years with the option to extend for a further two years. A longer term framework is required due to the scale of the projects that will be called off from the framework, the time to deliver each scheme and the relatively low frequency of the schemes/competitions. The extended duration will enable the delivery of the School's capital programme, and the opportunity to develop the collaborative relationships that the School desires.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a813
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062218-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45100000 - Site preparation work

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45210000 - Building construction work

45214000 - Construction work for buildings relating to education and research

45300000 - Building installation work

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45350000 - Mechanical installations

45400000 - Building completion work

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£63,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£63,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 20264 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2031 Over 5 years
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 SCHOOL OF HYGIENE & TROPICAL MEDICINE
Contact Name
Paul Pester
Contact Email
paul.pester@lshtm.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 02079272471

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC1E 7HT
Post Town
Central 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
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

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