This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

25 Jun 2026 at 15:43

Tender

13 Mar 2026 at 09:54

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Groundworks and Fencing" contract was managed by Qualis Property Solutions Ltd, a public undertaking responsible for the properties and communal areas owned by Epping Forest District Council. This contract involved the procurement and delivery of groundworks, including excavation, site preparation, and installation of fencing, all to be conducted sustainably and in compliance with health and safety regulations. This initiative was vital to improve communal areas and enhance security, ensuring they remain safe and operational for customers. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the Epping area, this project was scheduled to begin on 1 July 2026 and complete by 30 June 2031. The procurement was conducted through a selective process using a competitive flexible procedure, culminating in an award to Julian Paving Ltd, a small or medium-sized enterprise, with a contract value of £2,400,000.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in groundworks, fencing, and building construction. The focus on quality, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness, as outlined in this tender, makes it particularly suitable for enterprises adept at managing complex logistical challenges within set timelines. Businesses that can provide innovative designs to combat anti-social behaviour and that have capabilities in sustainable procurement practices would find this project particularly advantageous. This contract not only offers a substantial monetary value but also emphasises fostering local employment and apprenticeships, positioning it as an excellent opportunity for local small and medium-sized enterprises to expand their operational footprint in the Epping area.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Groundworks and Fencing

Notice Description

This scoping document sets out the approach and requirements for the procurement and delivery of groundworks to properties and communal areas owned by Epping Forest district Council, with the objective of ensuring: * Undertaking works including excavation, clearance and preparation of sites. * Being fully compliant with all health and safety regulations. * Cost-effective, sustainable procurement that delivers value for money. Scope of Services Groundworks, including fencing repairs and new installations * Improvement of communal areas. * Designing out issues that may contribute to anti-social behaviour. * Ensuring areas are safe and fully operational for customers. * Using expertise to influence design specification of works. * Spoil removed from site, to be done so sustainably.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06694b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059970-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award 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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

70 - Real estate services


CPV Codes

34928220 - Fencing components

45210000 - Building construction work

45342000 - Erection of fencing

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

70333000 - Housing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£2,400,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 May 20263 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jul 2026 - 30 Jun 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
QUALIS PROPERTY SOLUTIONS LTD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EPPING
Postcode
CM16 4BZ
Postcode Area
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH35 West Essex
Delivery Location
TLH3 Essex

Local Authority
Epping Forest
Electoral Ward
Epping West & Rural
Westminster Constituency
Epping Forest

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JULIAN PAVING LTD

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