Tender

Kepier - Extension

EDEN LEARNING TRUST

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19 Jan 2026 at 21:04

Summary of the contracting process

The current public procurement process involves the extension project for Kepier school, managed by Eden Learning Trust, a public authority acting on behalf of sub-central government. The tender, titled "Kepier - Extension," falls within the construction industry category and specifically targets secondary school building projects. It is located in the UKC region of the United Kingdom, and the procurement process is currently in the tender stage. The process began on 21st January 2026, with an expression of interest deadline set for 16th February 2026. This selective procurement uses a competitive flexible procedure, aiming to shortlist contractors in two stages, with the final Invitation to Tender scheduled for 1st April 2026 and the final award decision by 19th May 2026. The project value is set at a gross amount of £7.2 million.

This tender presents significant opportunities for firms within the construction sector, especially those focusing on educational infrastructure. Companies skilled in delivering high-quality construction and remodelling projects will find this an ideal opportunity to expand their business portfolio. The project calls for expertise in constructing multi-storey extensions, remodelling existing spaces, and creating additional facilities such as dining shelters and mezzanine floors. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the suitability criteria accompany opportunities for these businesses to engage and compete effectively. The procurement emphasises quality, with a significant portion of the evaluation criteria focused on social value, making this project an attractive proposition for companies that prioritise excellence and innovation in construction work for educational institutions.

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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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060957
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005211-2026
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
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2026Expired
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

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

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