This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

30 Jun 2026 at 10:56

Award

05 Jun 2026 at 12:52

Tender

05 Mar 2026 at 13:37

Summary of the contracting process

The General Medical Council (GMC) has completed a procurement process titled "GMC2412-B Small Works London (sub 250k GBP)," aimed at selecting a contractor to execute small to medium fit-out and refurbishment projects at its London property. This tender, managed through a competitive flexible procedure under the public procurement laws "2023/54", reached the award stage as of 30th June 2026. The process was conducted by the GMC, situated in Manchester, UK, and the successful supplier is Every Project Counts, an SME based in Essex. The awarded contract spans from 24th June 2026 to 23rd June 2029, with a potential one-year renewal option, reflecting a commitment to substantial refurbishment works with a project value limit of GBP 250,000 per project (excluding VAT) under the industry classification of construction work.

This procurement presents lucrative opportunities for experienced contractors in fit-out and refurbishment who can offer competitive and high-quality solutions. The project's structure allowing for multiple smaller contract awards under a larger framework provides a robust opportunity for SMEs capable of handling detailed construction projects within stringent timelines and budgets. Suitable businesses include those with a proven track record in construction, focusing on quality, commercial proposals, social value, and meeting key performance indicators, considering the tender's comprehensive selection process and competitive nature. The structured phases from selection to negotiation imply a focus on diligent performance, making it ideal for firms eager to establish or expand their reputation in public sector construction works.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

GMC2412-B Small Works London (sub 250k GBP)

Notice Description

The purpose of this tender is to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced contractor to deliver adhoc small to medium fit-out and refurbishment projects with an individual project value of up to GBP 250,000 (excluding VAT) at our London property.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: the option to extend by one (1) period of twelve (12) months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066313
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061164-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,083,333 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,083,333 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£2,083,333 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£2,083,333 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
23 Jun 2026 - 23 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M3 3AW
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EVERY PROJECT COUNTS

Further Information

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