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Northwich Station Refurbishment 2026

CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL

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02 Dec 2025 at 07:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process detailed here involves the refurbishment of Northwich Rail Station, managed by Cheshire West and Chester Council. The project, titled "Northwich Station Refurbishment 2026," falls under the industry category of construction works. It is located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the UKD6 region. The procurement process is currently at the Award stage, with a contract awarded to MPH Construction Limited. Key dates include the signing of the contract on 2nd December 2025, with the project period running from 1st April 2026 to 31st October 2026, and potentially extending until 31st December 2026. The contract was awarded using a direct procurement method, specifically below the threshold without competition, and is valued at £240,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction industry, particularly those experienced in rail infrastructure projects. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like MPH Construction Limited, the successful bidder, are well-positioned to capitalise on similar projects that favour direct awards. Businesses focused on public sector contracts, located within or near the UKD6 region, and capable of engaging in substantial refurbishment tasks may find similar opportunities beneficial for growth. By aligning capabilities with public sector needs, businesses can strategically expand their market presence and secure future contracts.

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Notice Title

Northwich Station Refurbishment 2026

Notice Description

Refurbishment of Northwich Rail station RIBA stage 5-7

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ec6b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078693-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£240,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
centralprocurement@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ELLESMERE PORT
Postcode
CH65 0BA
Post Town
Chester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Central & Grange
Westminster Constituency
Ellesmere Port and Bromborough

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MPH CONSTRUCTION

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