Tender

AT1412 Buckle Close Principle Contractor

LUTON COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

30 Mar 2026 at 13:59

UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
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

The procurement process for the project titled "AT1412 Buckle Close Principle Contractor" was initiated by Luton Council, a public authority recognised as sub-central government. This project is categorised within the construction industry, focusing on work in the UKH21 region of the United Kingdom. Currently, it is in the planning stage, with key milestones including a market engagement event scheduled for 4th November 2025. The tender process will follow an open procedure, with the submission deadline set for 6th February 2026. Furthermore, the contract period for the planned tender is expected to commence on 1st May 2026 and conclude on 21st May 2028, offering an estimated gross project value of £7.2 million.

This project provides substantial opportunities for businesses looking to expand within the construction sector. Small and medium enterprises are particularly encouraged to participate, as the tender suitability includes provisions for SMEs. Given the open procedure adopted by Luton Council, businesses specialising in construction works with capabilities to manage residential developments are well-positioned to compete. Engaging with the tender process not only allows for potential business growth through successful contract acquisition but also facilitates networking opportunities at the upcoming market engagement event, thereby bolstering industry presence and expertise. For further details and participation, businesses may contact Ms Katie Brewer at Luton Council.

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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/029182-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination 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
30 Mar 20263 weeks 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
Withdrawn
Lots Status
Withdrawn
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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