Tender

CBC-1919-T-TS Aids and Adaptation Construction Works at four dwellings

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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06 Feb 2026 at 13:20

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking tenders for the "CBC-1919-T-TS Aids and Adaptation Construction Works at four dwellings," an opportunity situated in Shefford, United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the industry category of construction work for houses, multi-dwelling buildings, and subsidised residential accommodation. The process is currently at the tender stage, and it is managed through an open procurement method, typically suited for projects below the threshold. Key dates to note include the enquiry period ending on 24th February 2026, and the submission deadline on 3rd March 2026. The estimated start for the contract is May 2026, with a contract term of 42 weeks, potentially extendable by 10 weeks.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in construction, particularly those experienced in residential adaptations and repairs. Companies with a keen focus on quality, cost efficiency, and social value stand a good chance of competing effectively in this procurement process, which allocates 50% of the award criteria to quality, 40% to cost, and 10% to social value. Engaging in this tender could offer extensive business growth opportunities through collaboration with Central Bedfordshire Council, enhancing portfolios with public sector experience and contributing to community-focused housing projects. Businesses interested should ensure registration and tender submissions are completed via the In-tend portal by the specified deadlines.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CBC-1919-T-TS Aids and Adaptation Construction Works at four dwellings

Notice Description

Aids and Adaptation Construction Works at four dwellings Please read and follow the information and guidance supplied below and within the Tender documents, this will help with your tender submission. Word count limits apply, any information going over will not be considered. Respond to ALL questions. Additional documents or information not required will be disregarded. Please note timeline with regards to questions and submission dates. All communications, correspondences and clarifications must be sent via the In-tend portal. Do not contact the Service area for information, please use the correspondence facility Regularly view the Clarification tab for updates or responses to questions received by bidders. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all bidders (if not Private and Confidential), this to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. Avoid uploading your return just prior to closing deadline as you may incur IT issues and we will not accept Tender Returns via e-mail. The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification on, please contact the Procurement lead using the correspondence facility within the In-tend electronic tendering system. Opting In To inform us of your decision to participate and to be able to submit a tender you will be required to Opt In. Opting In will confirm to us of your involvement and your intention to submit a tender return. Opting Out Will confirm that you are no longer interested in submitting a tender return. You will be able to provide a reason as to your decision if you wish. This will cease any system-generated communications. You will be able to opt back in at any point. Target contract commencement date: April 2026 Contract term: 42 weeks, including option to extend of 10 Weeks

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064a11
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010945-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses

45211100 - Construction work for houses

45215210 - Construction work for subsidised residential accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 May 2026 - 26 Apr 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
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Tina Sanders
Contact Email
procurement@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03003005997

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFORD
Postcode
SG17 5TQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)
Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Shefford
Westminster Constituency
Hitchin

Further Information

Notice Documents

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