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North Estate Car Park

ROYAL UNITED HOSPITALS BATH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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24 Feb 2026 at 11:42

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "North Estate Car Park" project, conducted by the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, has reached the award stage. This contract pertains to the construction industry, specifically involving construction work for the new car park situated within the north section of the hospital site in Bath, United Kingdom. This initiative is part of the Trust’s estate development strategy aimed at enhancing access and operational efficiency. The procurement method was limited, with competition below the threshold, reflecting a targeted selection process. The construction contract was signed on 19th February 2026, with active work commencing on 20th February and expected to conclude by 30th September 2026.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Dave Lucey Ltd, which has been awarded the contract. The focus on critical infrastructure within a healthcare setting highlights a need for expert project management and construction capabilities, ideal for businesses with experience in navigating complex, live work environments. This project not only encompasses construction work but also necessitates robust risk management and operational planning, providing a platform for companies specialising in these areas to demonstrate their capabilities and secure future contracts in related sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

North Estate Car Park

Notice Description

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust (RUH) has identified a requirement to appoint a Principal Contractor to construct a new car park on the footprint of buildings recently demolished within the north section of the hospital site. This new car park is a key enabling element within the Trust's wider estate development strategy, supporting improved access, operational resilience, and patient and staff experience. The proposed works are located adjacent to live and occupied clinical areas, meaning that construction activity must be carefully managed to minimise disruption and safeguard patient care.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065ad7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016403-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£707,294 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 Feb 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL UNITED HOSPITALS BATH NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA1 3NG
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Newbridge
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DAVE LUCEY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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