Tender

Capital Minor Works projects for Derby, Chelmsford, Peterborough and Portsmouth Cafcass reference CAF594-25

CAFCASS

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Tender

30 Jan 2026 at 12:00

Summary of the contracting process

The current procurement process managed by Cafcass involves a project titled "Capital Minor Works projects for Derby, Chelmsford, Peterborough and Portsmouth" under the reference CAF594-25. This includes refurbishment works at four Cafcass offices in these locations, falling under the construction industry category. The procurement is at the tender stage, with a selective procurement method and a restricted procedure. Submissions are accepted electronically until 4th February 2026. The refurbishment is classified under CPV code 45000000 and covers regions UKF, UKH, UKJ, and UKK. The contract period is set to conclude on 31st March 2026. Mrs Jane Bate is the contact point, reachable via email or phone for any inquiries.

This tender presents an opportunity for growth, particularly for construction firms specializing in refurbishment projects. Companies with experience in similar works and compliance with electronic submission policies will be well-positioned to compete. Given the direct award approach through the Procure Partnerships Framework, enterprises capable of adapting to restricted procedures and ensuring quality within specified timeframes will find substantial growth potential. The buyer, Cafcass, known for its focus on social protection services, provides a credible platform for firms seeking to expand their portfolio within the public sector works arena.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Capital Minor Works projects for Derby, Chelmsford, Peterborough and Portsmouth Cafcass reference CAF594-25

Notice Description

Refurbishment of 4 Cafcass Offices procured against Procure Partnerships Framework as direct award. 1) Chelmsford 2) Derby 3) Peterborough 4) Portsmouth

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0612d3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008394-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
CAFCASS
Contact Name
Mrs Jane Bate
Contact Email
jane.bate@cafcass.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7867656529

Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE1 3GY
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Darley
Westminster Constituency
Derby North

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