Planning

CBC-1863-T-TS General Building Works

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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Planning

07 Nov 2025 at 14:14

Summary of the contracting process

Central Bedfordshire Council is initiating a procurement process for general building works under the title "CBC-1863-T-TS General Building Works". This process is in the planning stage, with a primary focus on construction work encompassing project management and delivery of Capital Works including asset replacements, general refurbishments, and significant improvement efforts. The engagement session is scheduled for 20th November 2025, and interested parties must confirm attendance by 12 noon on 18th November 2025. The procurement involves a contract period from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029, with potential renewal options extending up to 2031. Located in the UKH region, this opportunity falls under the works category, with the project valued at up to £12 million.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, particularly in mechanical and electrical engineering installations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given a suitability clause favouring such entities. The scope of the project caters to companies experienced in building refurbishment, adaptations, and larger-scale improvements, specifically those related to leisure, culture, and sports facilities. Engaging in this tender can not only provide immediate business growth but also establish longer-term relationships with Central Bedfordshire Council, fostering further opportunities in subsequent renewals or new projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CBC-1863-T-TS General Building Works

Notice Description

General Building Works Project Management and delivery of Capital Works, including but not limited to: Asset replacement (Mechanical & Electrical and Fabric) General building refurbishment and adaptations Larger-scale improvement works Condition survey works

Planning Information

PME date to be confirmed at point of request. Please confirm attendance by e-mailing: events@oneconsultinggroup.co.uk A Presentation pack and draft specification will be supplied at point of request. Requests to attend must be by 12 noon on 18th November 2025 Please include details for up to two attendees per company: Full names Contact telephone number Email address Note: Only confirmed attendees will be able to join the session. If a high level of interest is received, time slots will be allocated and issued via email prior to the event.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dce2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072079-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45210000 - Building construction work

45211350 - Multi-functional buildings construction work

45212000 - Construction work for buildings relating to leisure, sports, culture, lodging and restaurants

45212100 - Construction work of leisure facilities

45212110 - Leisure centre construction work

45212200 - Construction work for sports facilities

45212300 - Construction work for art and cultural buildings

45212310 - Construction work for buildings relating to exhibitions

45212330 - Library construction work

45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings

45262700 - Building alteration work

45310000 - Electrical installation work

45351000 - Mechanical engineering installation works

45450000 - Other building completion work

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

45454000 - Restructuring work

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

50712000 - Repair and maintenance services of mechanical building installations

71333000 - Mechanical engineering services

71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20253 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Tina Sanders
Contact Email
procurement@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03003005997

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFORD
Postcode
SG17 5TQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)

Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Shefford
Westminster Constituency
Hitchin

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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