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AT1409 - PTU Refurbishment at kingsway Depot

LUTON COUNCIL

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Award

30 Mar 2026 at 17:11

Tender

18 Mar 2026 at 19:59

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Luton Council involves a refurbishment project at Kingsway Depot, titled "AT1409 - PTU Refurbishment at Kingsway Depot". This project falls under the 'works' industry category and is located in the UKH21 region, namely Luton, United Kingdom. The tender was conducted through an open procurement method, suited for a below-threshold competition. The contract was signed on 9th March 2026, and the award took effect on 30th March 2026, with the project anticipated to conclude by 15th September 2026. The comprehensive refurbishment includes asbestos removal, roof replacement, construction of a new extension, and various other enhancements.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in construction and refurbishment works, particularly those adept in reconfiguring existing structures and carrying out significant improvements. LIFE Build Solutions Ltd, an SME based in Buckinghamshire, has already been awarded this contract, highlighting the potential for similar businesses to gain increased visibility and expand their clientele within the public sector. Given its scale and complexity, businesses with experience in multi-faceted building projects are likely to find this procurement process beneficial for demonstrating their capabilities and growing their operations.

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Notice Title

AT1409 - PTU Refurbishment at kingsway Depot

Notice Description

the works will comprise of the following elements listed below i. Strip out of all existing Asbestos from the building ii. Strip back existing roof cover and replaced with new iii. Construction of new single storey extension to form new toilet block iv. Replacement cladding to external building envelopment v. Reconfiguration and refurbishment of existing floor plan vi. Replacement of all existing M&E services to building vii. Replacement of external windows viii. Replacement of the industrial concertina doors

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066e37
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029355-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,083,426 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,083,426 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,083,426 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2026 - 15 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LUTON
Postcode
LU1 2BQ
Post Town
Luton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH21 Luton
Delivery Location
TLH21 Luton

Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LIFE BUILD SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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