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Award

18 May 2026 at 15:39

TenderUpdate

04 Feb 2026 at 12:36

Tender

16 Jan 2026 at 14:24

Summary of the contracting process

Cowes Town Council has successfully awarded a contract for the refurbishment of "The Parade" public toilets in Cowes, Isle of Wight, an initiative aimed at modernising facilities for local and tourist use. The project falls under the public authority sub-central government category and is classified as a works procurement. Conducted via an open competition method, this particular procurement process was below the threshold, and the contract was awarded to STELLA DEVELOPMENTS SOUTHERN LIMITED on 2nd April 2026. The refurbishment works are scheduled to take place from 29th May 2026 until 24th July 2026, enhancing the public conveniences at this prime seaside location within the UKJ34 region.

This procurement process presents significant opportunities for businesses in the construction and building improvement sectors, especially SMEs, as evidenced by the award to a small or medium-sized enterprise. The tender sought capabilities in building construction, installation, and completion work, which are suitable for companies with expertise in these areas. Business growth can be achieved by aligning services with public sector needs, leveraging past performance, technical skills, and relevant experience. With a substantial refurbishment budget and a visible public project, firms in the construction sector can potentially enhance their reputation and portfolio by participating in such tenders.

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Notice Title

The Parade Public Toilets Refurbishment Award

Notice Description

Cowes Town Council invited suitably experienced building contractors wishing to tender for the refurbishment and modernisation of the Town Council's "The Parade" public conveniences. Key objective of the Contract is to appoint a competent supplier to deliver the expert building services needed to complete the refurbishment and modernisation project to a level that maintains a positive image of the area, both for local service users as well as visitors and tourists.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0607c2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045493-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

45300000 - Building installation work

45400000 - Building completion work

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
£126,114 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
28 May 2026 - 24 Jul 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
COWES TOWN COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
COWES
Postcode
PO31 8AZ
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ34 Isle of Wight
Delivery Location
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight

Local Authority
Isle of Wight
Electoral Ward
Cowes North
Westminster Constituency
Isle of Wight West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STELLA DEVELOPMENTS SOUTHERN

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