Tender

Gorringe Park and Joseph Hood Primary Schools - Fencing Replacement Works

LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON

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Tender

24 Oct 2025 at 13:34

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Merton has initiated an open tender process for the “Gorringe Park and Joseph Hood Primary Schools - Fencing Replacement Works”. This procurement, under the public authority - sub-central government classification, is aimed at replacing existing fencing with new steel chainlink and decorative bow top fencing to enhance security at these schools. The procurement, identified with the project reference DN775038, is part of the 'works' category and is being carried out in the UK region UKI63. The submission deadline for tenders is set for 17th November 2025, with the works scheduled to commence between 20th January and 20th February 2026. The process is conducted through open competition and includes electronic submissions via the London Tenders Portal.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in fencing, railing, and safety equipment installation, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, given the emphasis on a 100% lowest price award criterion for compliant tenders. Businesses experienced in public works and those holding enhanced DBS certificates for their operatives, as well as competently managing vegetation disposal and site segregation, will find this contract an excellent opportunity for business expansion. With a total contract value of £136,800, this tender offers a lucrative opportunity for growth, particularly for those capable of delivering high-quality secure fencing solutions within active school environments.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Gorringe Park and Joseph Hood Primary Schools - Fencing Replacement Works

Notice Description

Fencing replacement works to improve security at Gorringe Park and Joseph Hood Primary Schools at the start of 2026 during term time, in the London Borough of Merton. Nature: The Works covered by this contract are the fencing replacement works at Gorringe Park and Joseph Hood Primary Schools in the London Borough of Merton, consisting of replacing the existing fencing which is either in poor condition or inadequate, with a mixture of new steel chainlink and decorative bow top fencing to be installed. Contractor will need to allow for disposal of existing, cutting back vegetation in addition to providing herras fencing so that appropriate segregation can be assured and to safely access working areas. Operatives will need to hold valid enhanced DBS certificates in good time prior to commencing. Copies for management and regular site operatives MUST be provided should your tender be of interest. Note: In order for a Contractors tender submission to be valid they MUST return a completed Tender Form, Pricing Document and SQ document. The Contractor MUST pass the relevant questions within the SQ in order for their submission to be deemed VALID.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d381
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068247-2025
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

45340000 - Fencing, railing and safety equipment installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£114,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£114,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Jan 2026 - 20 Feb 2026 1-6 months
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
LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
marina.bowyer@merton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MORDEN
Postcode
SM4 5DX
Post Town
Sutton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Delivery Location
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Local Authority
Merton
Electoral Ward
Merton Park
Westminster Constituency
Wimbledon

Further Information

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