Tender

Bletchley Campus; Salix Project

MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

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Tender

07 Jan 2026 at 17:23

Summary of the contracting process

Milton Keynes College has initiated a public procurement process for the "Bletchley Campus; Salix Project," focusing on the construction industry, specifically the renovation of college buildings. This tender involves the design and construction works, including the replacement of air handling units and associated infrastructure. The project is based in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom, under the UKJ12 region. The procurement is at the tender stage, with the tender period ending on 18th February 2026 and an enquiry deadline of 6th February 2026. Interested parties can submit their tenders electronically via an open competition, which is classified as below threshold.

This project presents substantial opportunities for growth, especially for construction firms experienced in college building projects. Given the project's requirements, businesses with expertise in HVAC systems, environmental controls, and integration with existing infrastructure would be particularly well-suited. Additionally, the procurement encourages participation from SMEs, enhancing opportunities for smaller enterprises to expand their portfolio and establish relationships within the public sector. With a significant budget, this contract offers both financial growth and the potential for long-term partnerships in the educational sector. The assessment will focus on price and quality, with a 40% and 60% weighting, respectively, providing advantages for companies that can demonstrate superior quality work.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bletchley Campus; Salix Project

Notice Description

Milton Keynes College wishes to procure the design and construction of the following works: The replacement of Air Handling Units and associated ductwork on the roof of the main building at Bletchley Campus, and the replacement of all associated pipework and heat emitters within the building. The project scope includes remedial work to the existing roof, builders work in connection with services, strip out of the existing heating plant, integration of the new heating system with existing air source heat pump plant, new environmental controls, and commissioning of the completed installation. Design information for the project is contained within the tender pack. The tender pack can be obtained from Craig Pullen - craig@cpconsulting.org.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060162
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001243-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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

45214300 - Construction work for college buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,400,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 19 Sep 2026 1-6 months
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 COLLEGE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
craig@cpconsulting.org.uk
Contact Phone
+447531975978

Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES,
Postcode
MK6 5LP
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
Woughton & Fishermead
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

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