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Design and Build Contractor for PSDS3 Decarbonisation Works at Cornerstone Arts Centre, Didcot

SOUTH OXFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Award

23 Mar 2026 at 09:57

Tender

06 Nov 2025 at 16:45

Summary of the contracting process

South Oxfordshire District Council, located in Abingdon, UK, has concluded an award phase for a contract titled "Design and Build Contractor for PSDS3b Decarbonisation Works at Cornerstone Arts Centre, Didcot." The procurement process, identified as "open competition below threshold", targeted building construction work within the public authority sub-central government sector. The awarded contract was announced on the 23rd of March 2026, with the contract period set to start on the 1st of April 2026 and end on the 31st of August 2026. The procurement aimed to support extensive decarbonisation work at the Cornerstone Arts Centre, involving significant upgrades to mechanical and electrical services, including the installation of Air Source Heat Pumps and Solar PV systems.

This tender provided substantial business opportunities for construction firms focusing on sustainable and energy-efficient renovations. The competition saw a strong response, with ASHE CONSTRUCTION LIMITED emerging as the awardee, showcasing their expertise in eco-friendly building practices. The procurement required verification of designs and the sustainable retrofit of heating and ventilation systems, presenting growth potential for businesses adept in green technology and construction innovation. The project incentivises firms that can offer high-quality, cost-effective solutions in the realm of building de-carbonisation, aligning with the council's commitment to sustainability and reduced energy consumption.

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Notice Title

Design and Build Contractor for PSDS3 Decarbonisation Works at Cornerstone Arts Centre, Didcot

Notice Description

the Works for Option 1 will include: Verification of RIBA4 designs, Removal of the gas-fired boilers and vessels and associated works in the internal plant room. Installation of Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) and associated vessels and equipment to provide Heating and Hot Water Services. Removal and Replacement of Air Handling Units and removal of the rooftop chiller. Radiator Replacements. Installation of Solar PV. All associated works and general building de-carbonisation measures. The Works for Option 2 will involve: Verification of RIBA4 design for Solar PV only. Installation of Solar PV and associated works. If option 1 is adopted, PSDS funding requires a "whole building" approach to the decarbonisation measures identified for the M&E Services upgrade, including all reasonable steps to reduce heating demand and minimise the total building energy use.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dc34
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026092-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,592,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,592,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,284,476 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
2 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH OXFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
ABINGDON
Postcode
OX14 3JE
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC

Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Abingdon Abbey Northcourt
Westminster Constituency
Oxford West and Abingdon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASHE CONSTRUCTION

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