Planning

AT1412 Buckle Close Principle Contractor

LUTON COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

21 Oct 2025 at 10:02

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

21 Oct 2025 at 09:52

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council is currently in the planning stage for the procurement of a Principal Contractor to manage and complete the residential development at Buckle Close. The procurement, titled "AT1412 Buckle Close Principle Contractor", falls under the construction industry category, specifically focused on construction work, and is located in the East of England, Luton (region UKH21). A preliminary market engagement event is scheduled for 4th November 2025, and interested parties should confirm attendance by 31st October 2025. The process uses an open procurement method, and key deadlines include the enquiry period ending on 21st November 2025, with the entire project planned to be awarded by 24th April 2026 and to commence on 1st May 2026.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in the construction industry, particularly those equipped to undertake projects within the gross value estimate of £7.2 million. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement has been deemed suitable for such businesses. Luton Council’s commitment to an open procedure creates an accessible environment for companies looking to expand their portfolios with significant construction projects. Businesses with experience in managing large-scale developments and the capacity to meet the specified contract periods would find this opportunity particularly beneficial for growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AT1412 Buckle Close Principle Contractor

Notice Description

Tender for a Principle Contractor to manage and complete the construction of the Buckle Close development

Planning Information

Luton Council are looking to tender for a Principle Contractor to support and complete the residential development at Buckle Close We are looking to hold a Market engagement event via 'Teams' on Tuesday 4th November (Indicative time 10am-11am) but subject to change. Please confirm interest in attending this event by the messaging service on this portal, confirming email address to send the 'Teams' invite to and those who will be attending Regards

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d084
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067013-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£6,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
5 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 21 Apr 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Ms Katie Brewer
Contact Email
procurement@luton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+441582548080

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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