Tender

AT1398 Luton Council Refurbishment of Lewsey Community Centre and relocation of front entrance a PA23 Regulated Below Threshold contract for works

LUTON COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

17 Oct 2025 at 14:00

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

17 Oct 2025 at 13:32

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

17 Oct 2025 at 13:06

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council is currently in the tender stage for the refurbishment of Lewsey Community Centre, including relocating the main entrance, under a PA23 regulated contract. The project involves significant construction works to enhance the facility's accessibility and functionality, with a budget of £1.8 million. The situated work site is in Luton, UKH21 region, and the procurement process is being conducted via an open competition below the threshold. The tender process is scheduled to close on 21st November 2025, and interested parties have until 14th November 2025 to submit their enquiries. The contracting process follows legal provisions set out in the UKPGA 2023/54. The contract, described by CPV code 45000000, calls for a Principal Contractor to lead the initiative under the JCT IC 2016 contract framework, focusing on construction work.

This tender offers a major opportunity for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those capable of managing comprehensive refurbishment projects. It is aimed at encouraging participation from SMEs, providing the potential for significant business growth through association with a public authority like Luton Council. Companies with experience in building construction work, infrastructure enhancements and those capable of meeting specific qualification criteria such as turnover, insurance, and GDPR compliance, are well-positioned to compete. The focus is on a balance of price, quality, and social value, with Luton Council placing a high premium on these aspects during the selection process. This project not only promises direct revenue but also strengthens a company’s portfolio by showcasing its ability to handle complex public sector assignments.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AT1398 Luton Council Refurbishment of Lewsey Community Centre and relocation of front entrance a PA23 Regulated Below Threshold contract for works

Notice Description

Luton Council is undertaking a PA23 regulated below threshold contract works procurement, AT1398 Refurbishment of Lewsey Community Centre and relocation of front entrance The proposed project will include the relocation of the main front entrance and remodel front elevation- The existing front entrance sits along Landrace Road. The new proposed entrance will sit along Tomlinson Avenue and will comprise of the reconfiguration of the main entrance and reception. The area outside the new entrance will be level tarmacadam with 4x cycle storage racks.; Replacement of water damaged ceiling tiles; new main hall including a new partition sliding door and cafe kitchen; refurbishment most of the existing areas on ground floor. M&E refurbishment will include rewiring to Library and main building, replacement of intruder alarm & CCTV plus building security improvements, replacing existing air condition and ventilation. A Planning Application for the scheme is approved to address various requirements of Local Plan Policies for the relocation of the main entrance (as the ground floor works do not require a planning application). The service requires a Principal Contractor to deliver the works under a JCT IC 2016. The site is owned by Luton Borough Council.

Planning Information

the Council undertook some pre market engagement 10 days prior to 29.8.25 , inviting suppliers to a meet the buyers event , which was documented by the issue of a power point presentation

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ceeb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066392-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Jan 2026 - 16 Jul 2027 1-2 years
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
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Christopher Newman
Contact Email
christopher.newman@luton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+447967289048

Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH21 Luton
Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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