Planning

Gungate Regeneration project

TAMWORTH BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Planning

10 Mar 2026 at 13:22

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Tamworth Borough Council is currently in the planning phase of a tender for the Gungate Regeneration Project, a large-scale redevelopment initiative located in Tamworth town centre. The project covers approximately 6.82 acres and aims to connect the town centre with Tamworth Railway Station, making it a strategically significant opportunity for regional growth. Organisations interested in participating are invited to complete a Soft Market Testing Questionnaire by 1pm on 27 March 2026 to help inform the procurement strategy. The project falls under the 'works' industry category, encompassing construction and architectural services, and is poised to launch later in 2026, subject to market engagement outcomes.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in construction, architecture, and engineering to contribute to the revitalisation of a key area in Tamworth. Given the scale and significance of the Gungate Regeneration Project, firms with experience in large-scale developments, keen on expanding their market presence in the Midlands, would find this an appealing prospect. By participating in the preliminary market engagement, companies can help shape the future procurement process and disclose their interest, potentially positioning themselves as front-runners when the official tender is launched.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Gungate Regeneration project

Notice Description

Tamworth Borough Council is seeking to engage with the market in relation to securing the future delivery of the Gungate Regeneration Project within Tamworth town centre. The opportunity extends to circa 6.82 acres (2.76 hectares) gross and is situated within the Gungate Regeneration Quarter linking the town centre and Tamworth Railway Station. The opportunity is identified within Tamworth Town Centre Masterplan 2025 as a key opportunity. Tamworth Borough Council has had a long-term objective to bring forward a comprehensive regeneration scheme in this area and to do so the Council has sought to expand its ownership in the area to create a comprehensive site for redevelopment. Due to its size, location, and excellent connectivity, Gungate is a regionally significant regeneration opportunity which has the potential to reinforce the long-term vitality and growth of the town centre. AspinallVerdi have been commissioned by Tamworth Borough Council to undertake Soft Market Testing. The purpose of this Soft Market Testing exercise is to establish interest in the opportunity and gain developer feedback. The responses received will be used to inform the requirements in respect of the selection of a development partner/ disposal of the opportunity, help shape procurement strategy and identify potential interested developers. This exercise and any subsequent responses are in no way legally binding on any party. Participation in the engagement exercise is not a mandatory requirement for participating in any potential future procurement; however, responses received will assist to inform the Contracting Authority as to the level of interest from the market and will be used to evidence a decision as to whether or not to undertake a competitive procurement. The Authority is not liable for any costs or expenses incurred by any party taking part in the soft market testing. We are inviting interested organisations to complete our short Soft Market Testing Questionnaire which can be requested by emailing GungateEnquiries@aspinallverdi.co.uk Responses to the Soft Market Testing questionnaire are requested by 1pm on Friday 27 March 2026. This in an initial preliminary market engagement exercise and further engagement may take place prior to the next stages of the project. Dependant on the results of the market engagement, Tamworth Borough Council are anticipating launching the opportunity, via a route to be determined, during 2026. If you require further information or assistance, please contact Rachel.hill@aspinallverdi.co.uk www.aspinallverdi.co.uk

Planning Information

We are inviting interested organisations to complete our short Soft Market Testing Questionnaire which can be requested by emailing GungateEnquiries@aspinallverdi.co.uk Responses to the Soft Market Testing questionnaire are requested by 1pm on Friday 27 March 2026. This in an initial preliminary market engagement exercise and further engagement may take place prior to the next stages of the project. Dependant on the results of the market engagement, Tamworth Borough Council are anticipating launching the opportunity, via a route to be determined, during 2026. If you require further information or assistance, please contact Rachel.hill@aspinallverdi.co.uk www.aspinallverdi.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066651
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021326-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
27 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TAMWORTH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

ASPINALL VERDI LIMITED

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAMWORTH
Postcode
B79 7BZ
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Further Information

Notice Documents

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