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BFI SB Escape Routes Upgrade

BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE

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25 Nov 2025 at 17:09

Summary of the contracting process

The British Film Institute, a public authority within sub-central government, has recently completed the procurement process for the "BFI SB Escape Routes Upgrade" project, aimed at upgrading escape routes at the BFI Southbank building in London. The tender involved essential repair and upgrade works resulting from fire risk assessments and surveys indicating deteriorations. The procurement method was limited competition below the threshold, with the contract value ranging between £250,000 and £300,000. The process reached the award stage on 25th November 2025, with the contract awarded to MCD Heritage Ltd, and work commencing on 27th November 2025 until 26th March 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in building installation work, especially those capable of handling complex structural repairs and upgrades. Large contractors with experience in restoration and maintenance of infrastructure, particularly in the context of heritage properties, would find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities. The project demands expertise in managing the impact of environmental factors such as water ingress, positioning it as a lucrative prospect for companies with a proven track record in similar works.

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Notice Title

BFI SB Escape Routes Upgrade

Notice Description

The BFI requires a Contractor to deliver BFI Southbank Escape Routes Upgrade (Works) and is therefore undertaking a competitive process under a Closed Tender Procedure. Recent fire risk assessments and condition surveys of the BFI Southbank building have highlighted several concerns regarding the condition of designated escape routes. A number of these routes are currently in poor condition, primarily due to the age-related deterioration of exit doors and damage caused by water ingress. This has affected not only the surface finishes but also some of the underlying structural metal elements. To address these issues, essential repair and upgrade works are required. With these we aim to prevent further deterioration, restore the integrity of the escape routes, and enhance the overall appearance of the building. Appendix E sets out the full Scope of Works for all different areas of the building. Appendix F sets out the basic design for the most complex locations. The contract will be awarded for 5 months and the budget for the works is up to PS250,000 - PS300,000

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e8b8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077033-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45300000 - Building installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£215,963 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
27 Nov 2025 - 26 Mar 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
BRITISH FILM INSTITUTE
Contact Name
Vicki Akinosho
Contact Email
vicki.akinosho@bfi.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1T 1LN
Post Town
West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Bloomsbury
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MCD HERITAGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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