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Award

18 May 2026 at 12:42

TenderUpdate

21 Jan 2026 at 11:36

TenderUpdate

21 Jan 2026 at 09:06

Tender

19 Jan 2026 at 21:04

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Kepier - Extension" project, commissioned by the Eden Learning Trust, has reached the award stage. This contracting process involves major construction works including a three-storey extension to the main building and additional internal and external improvements at Ferryhill School, located in the UKC14 region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is selective, using a competitive flexible procedure, aimed at enabling a diverse range of talented candidates to participate. The project is set to commence on 1st June 2026, with a completion target of 27th August 2027. The award date is set for 18th May 2026, with a standstill period that ends on 29th May 2026.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for growth within the construction industry, targeting firms with capabilities in large-scale building developments and a keen understanding of the secondary school construction sector. The process was highly selective, with an emphasis on both quality and price, offering a window particularly advantageous for SMEs such as Brims Construction Limited and others that successfully bid. With a contract value reaching over £7.2 million, firms experienced in delivering complex construction projects with quality and efficiency will find this project an excellent chance to expand their portfolio and presence in public procurement markets.

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Notice Title

Kepier - Extension

Notice Description

The contract comprises construction works including the delivery of a three-storey extension to the existing main building, a single-storey extension to the dance/drama facilities, and internal remodelling works. Internal works include the construction of two mezzanine floors to create additional office space. The scope also includes the provision of an external dining shelter, together with associated external works, drainage, and all necessary ancillary works required for completion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060957
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045351-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45214200 - Construction work for school buildings

45214220 - Secondary school construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£6,060,930 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 27 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EDEN LEARNING TRUST
Additional Buyers

THORNTON-FIRKIN LLP

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
FERRYHILL
Postcode
DL17 8RW
Post Town
Darlington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Soho & Jewellery Quarter
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRIMS CONSTRUCTION

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