Tender

Windmill Restoration Works

MILTON KEYNES CITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

13 Apr 2026 at 12:46

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

19 Mar 2026 at 16:53

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

21 Nov 2025 at 11:05

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

27 Oct 2025 at 08:33

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Milton Keynes City Council is actively seeking bids for the "Windmill Restoration Works", which aims to restore the Grade II Listed Bradwell Windmill to serve as a community focal point. This tender forms part of a collaborative two-year initiative with local residents to revitalise the historic Windmill and surrounding site, ultimately preparing it for a 99-year lease to MK Museum. The procurement, categorised under construction and engineering works, falls within an open competition setting. Key details include a tender submission deadline at noon on 1st May 2026. The contract period is expected to begin on 22nd May 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2028, with a maximum gross value of £240,000. All interactions regarding this tender should occur through the specified e-tendering portal.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, restoration, and heritage projects. The awarded contract does not solely evaluate price but considers multiple criteria detailed in the procurement documents. Companies proficient in engineering works, particularly those with experience in restoring heritage sites, would be well-positioned to compete in this procurement. Engaging in such a project can significantly enhance a firm's portfolio and reputation within the community and influence similar future projects within the historic preservation sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Windmill Restoration Works

Notice Description

Milton Keynes City Council are currently out to tender for the provision of a supplier to repair and restore the Grade II Listed Bradwell Windmill. The aim is to secure its future use as a community focal point. Milton Keynes City Council is exploring a two-year initiative to restore and revitalise the historic Windmill building and its surrounding site, in collaboration with local residents. The aim is to bring the site to a condition suitable for a 99-year full repairing lease to MK Museum, securing its long-term future as a valued community asset. Suppliers that would like to take part in this tender process are invited to "Express Interest" upon which they will be given access to the full tender documentation through this e-tendering system. Suppliers will be notified by email, and the tender documents can be accessed from the "My Tenders" area of this website by selecting the "View Details" button for this tender. Deadline for submissions of the tender will be 12:00 noon on Friday 1st May 2026. Please allow sufficient time to make your return as late returns will not be permitted. Any questions relating to this tender should be made via correspondence on the website. Please do not engage with any persons in the Council via email or phone regarding this tender.

Planning Information

For any suppliers interested in this opportunity please visit our e-Tendering portal - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/milton-keynes/aspx/Home

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d3d4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033287-2026
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

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 20266 days to go
Future Notice Date
5 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 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
MILTON KEYNES CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK9 3EJ
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Central Milton Keynes
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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