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The Laurels - Temporary Accommodation Project

Mid Devon District Council

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05 Feb 2026 at 13:58

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process, initiated by Mid Devon District Council, concerns the redevelopment of the former 'Vale Vets' building, now known as The Laurels, situated at Station Road, Tiverton, EX165 4LF. The project aims to convert this location into six self-contained flats for temporary accommodation. It falls under the construction work industry category with an estimated contract value of £500,000 to £600,000. Currently in the tender stage, the procurement process is open for competition, allowing interested parties to submit their tenders by 9th March 2026. The project's enquiry period ends on 19th February 2026, and it employs an open procurement method detailed as a "Below threshold - open competition," inviting submissions via www.advantageswtenders.co.uk. The contract is expected to commence on 20th April 2026 and could potentially be extended by 12 months, as it has a renewal option of two six-month periods.

This tender represents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in construction and redevelopment, especially those capable of executing projects related to accommodation infrastructure. It is particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), given the emphasis on price and quality in the award criteria (40% and 60% weighting, respectively). Companies must ensure they meet the financial and insurance criteria, including audited accounts and specific levels of liability insurance, as well as compliance with health and safety policies. The tender’s open nature allows businesses to present competitive bids, making it a viable pathway for growth in the public sector construction domain. Businesses can benefit from engaging with the Mid Devon District Council, a sub-central government body with opportunities for long-term collaboration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Laurels - Temporary Accommodation Project

Notice Description

The works and services are for redevelopment of the former 'Vale Vets' building known as The Laurels, Station Road, Tiverton, EX165 4LF by the conversion and associated works of the large, detached building comprising of a former vets practice and 2x flats to create 6x self-contained flats for use as temporary accommodation.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0648fd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010501-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20268 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
Mid Devon District Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TIVERTON
Postcode
EX16 6PP
Postcode Area
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK4 Devon
Local Authority
Mid Devon
Electoral Ward
Tiverton Castle
Westminster Constituency
Tiverton and Minehead

Further Information

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