Tender

Milton Road and Victoria Street Redevelopment Projects

TENDRING DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

26 Mar 2026 at 09:41

PlanningUpdate

22 Jan 2026 at 16:02

Planning

22 Jan 2026 at 15:35

Summary of the contracting process

The Milton Road and Victoria Street Redevelopment Projects in Dovercourt (Harwich), Essex, are set to be commissioned by Tendring District Council, with Essex County Council serving as the procuring entity under the Essex Procurement Partnership. This procurement opportunity falls under the construction work category and aims for a single main contractor to manage the redevelopment of two sites for improved parking and social housing facilities. The tender process follows a two-stage open procurement method, with pricing required for both PCSA and Contract Sum Analysis at this stage. Interested parties must complete their bid submissions via the Proactis ProContract web portal by 8th May 2026, with site visits available to prospective bidders. The construction, anticipated to begin in July 2026, is expected to last 12 months, and the projects have already secured planning permissions at RIBA stage 3.

These redevelopment projects present significant growth opportunities for businesses in the construction industry, particularly those specialising in parking infrastructure and social housing developments. With a gross contract value of £3,360,000, the tender is suitable for small to medium enterprises eager to expand their portfolio in Essex's dedicated residential and commercial development sector. The engagement also allows for collaboration with Tendring District Council and Baily Garner LLP, providing unique chances for companies to showcase their expertise in delivering high-quality construction works and meeting social value objectives. Businesses equipped with sustainable construction practices and familiar with managing detailed contractual requirements will be well-positioned to succeed in this tender.

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Notice Title

Milton Road and Victoria Street Redevelopment Projects

Notice Description

ProContract Project Reference No.: DN803885 Essex Procurement Partnership is procuring, on behalf of Tendring District Council, with the resulting contract between the Council and the successful Bidder, to deliver two construction redevelopment projects in Dovercourt (Harwich), Essex. The sites are located at (i) Milton Road and (ii) Victoria Street, Dovercourt, Essex and a single main contractor will be expected to deliver both requirements. Upgraded Parking and Landscaping: construction of a new at-grade car park, cycle parking, and landscaping improvements at Milton Road Car Park, Milton Road - Dovercourt, Essex Victoria Street project: construction project to convert two derelict sites to (i) social housing and (ii) dedicated parking spaces for residents. The construction period is anticipated to take 12 months. The defects period is an additional term; further details are provided in the tender pack. Both projects already have planning permission and are at RIBA stage 3. The tender is being run as a two stage procurement, with pricing for both the PCSA and indicative Contract Sum Analysis required at this stage. Opportunities for site visits will be made available to prospective bidders. Please refer to the tender pack, which contains the employers requirements and all other associated documents, for further information. Baily Garner LLP are the Council's nominated Employer's Agent. They will contract manage the project with Tendring District Council and administer the project and JCT Design and Build Works Contract. The EA role will include checking progress and quality of works on site, certifying Practical Completion as appropriate, validating and certifying payments, and monitoring compliance with employer requirements, etc. The successful bidder will be expected to work alongside Tendring District Council and Baily Garner, in the successful delivery of this project.

Planning Information

The Market Engagement Information Pack is available on the Proactis ProContract web portal. Interested parties are invited to download and engage with this Preliminary Market Engagement by: 1. Go to: https://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities 2. Search for Essex County Council from the organisation list 3. Search for Project ref: DN803885 or title "EPP0181A - Milton Road and Victoria Street Construction Regeneration Projects" 4. Select "express interest" in this opportunity 5. Download the Market Engagement Information Pack and complete the attached questionnaire by the deadline date. The deadline for responses is Friday 13th February 2026. Important information: This notice is not a call for competition to procure any works or services and is not published to reduce time limited for the receipt of tenders. Interested parties will not be prejudiced by any response or (lack) to this notice. Nor shall a response to this notice guarantee an invitation to participate a future procurement process that Essex County Council may conduct. The Council may at its sole discretion hold further conversations with individual organisations. Essex County Council is not liable for any costs, fees or expenses incurred by any party responding to this notice or any party who may participate in the market consultation exercise. Please direct all queries through the ProContract messaging function. Anyone contacting the Council directly via email will be directed to the portal for communications. A registered supplier account is needed to access information, but registration is free of charge. The Proactis supplier helpdesk (https://www.proactis.com/uk/support-login/support/) can help with registration queries. Please direct any technical queries to the helpdesk in the first instance, selecting the Supplier Support option on the home page.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060c8b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027689-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, 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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,785,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,785,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
13 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TENDRING DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CLACTON-ON-SEA
Postcode
CO15 1SE
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
TLH3 Essex

Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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