Tender

Kepier - Extension

EDEN LEARNING TRUST

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Tender

19 Jan 2026 at 21:04

Summary of the contracting process

EDEN LEARNING TRUST is inviting requests to participate in a construction project titled "Kepier - Extension," which involves the building of a 3-storey extension, a single-storey extension for Dance/Drama, internal remodelling, and other associated works at Ferryhill School, Ferryhill within the UKC region. As part of the competitive flexible procurement procedure currently in the tender stage, interested parties must submit their expression of interest by 16th February 2026 at 12:00 PM. The procurement process, managed by THORNTON-FIRKIN LLP, includes a two-stage process with the Invitation to Tender (ITT) expected to be assessed on criteria involving 70% price and 30% quality, with interviews anticipated on 1st April 2026. The total project value is grossed at £7,200,000.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses in the construction sector, particularly those skilled in school building projects. The project, which is anticipated to commence on 29th June 2026 and conclude by 27th August 2027, is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its selective procurement process aimed at evaluating submissions predominantly based on quality and social value criteria. Companies specialising in extensions and remodelling of educational facilities will find this project an excellent opportunity to showcase their expertise and expand their footprint in the public sector. The competitive nature and strategic location make it an enticing proposition for businesses eager to establish or strengthen their presence in the UK public contracting market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Kepier - Extension

Notice Description

Kepier is seeking Requests to Participate for an extension construction works project. The works includes a 3-storey extension to the main building, single-storey extension to Dance / Drama, internal remodelling including constructing 2 mezzanine floors to create office space, and outdoor dining shelter, associated external works and drainage. Included in the Request to Participate document are links to the full Stage 3 design packs which show requirements. Stage 4 designs will be made available to shortlisted Contractors at the Invitation to Tender stage.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060957
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004567-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 2026Today
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 27 Aug 2027 1-2 years
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
EDEN LEARNING TRUST
Additional Buyers

THORNTON-FIRKIN LLP

Contact Name
Kerry Moralee
Contact Email
jonanderson@thorntonfirkin.com, kmoralee@edenlearningtrust.uk
Contact Phone
01912327318

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

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