This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

09 Jul 2026 at 16:00

Award

13 Apr 2026 at 13:49

Tender

29 Jan 2026 at 16:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated by Freebridge Community Housing Limited, a sub-central government public authority based in King's Lynn, United Kingdom. The process focused on the replacement of kitchens and bathrooms, under the industry category of "works," specifically in East England's UKH16 region. The complete procurement involved an open procedure with key stages occurring throughout 2026, beginning with the invitation to tender on 29 January, followed by submissions closing on 26 February, and culminating in contract awards announced on 9 July 2026. The procurement aimed to engage two suppliers for a contract period starting from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2031, with potential extensions available, emphasising high workmanship standards and tenant engagement. The total budget allocated for this tender was £30 million.

This procurement presents robust business growth prospects, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises capable of delivering high-quality workmanship in the fit-out industry, specifically focused on fitted kitchens and bathroom construction work. Ideal contenders are those that excel in delivery speed, customer satisfaction, and responsible procurement practices. With confirmed contracts awarded to CLC Contractors Limited and LUKEMANS LTD, both SMEs, it provides a precedent and encouragement for similarly scaled businesses to engage actively in such tenders to leverage opportunities for large-scale, sustained projects. Engaging with similar procurement opportunities can build reputation, offer financial steadiness, and expand networks within the public housing sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Kitchens & Bathrooms

Notice Description

Freebridge conducted a tender process for 2 suppliers to deliver a challenging program of kitchen and bathroom replacements to tenanted properties and other sites as required. The service will be delivered inline with the Freebridge specification and delivery program. All sites will be brought up to the highest standards of workmanship and speed of deliver whilst maintaining Tenant satisfaction and engagement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061253
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064915-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

39141400 - Fitted kitchens

45211310 - Bathrooms construction work

45421151 - Installation of fitted kitchens

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£30,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
£15,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Apr 20263 months ago
Contract Period
21 May 2026 - 20 May 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FREEBRIDGE COMMUNITY HOUSING LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
KING'S LYNN
Postcode
PE30 1DZ
Post Town
Peterborough
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH52 North and West Norfolk
Delivery Location
TLH16 North and West Norfolk

Local Authority
King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Electoral Ward
St. Margaret's with St. Nicholas
Westminster Constituency
North West Norfolk

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

CLC CONTRACTORS

LUKEMANS

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