Planning

Future Police Estate Programme - Preliminary Market Engagement

THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON

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25 Mar 2026 at 11:22

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UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London are spearheading the preliminary market engagement for the Future Police Estate Programme, which falls under the engineering works and construction works industry category. This initiative, currently at the planning update stage, intends to lay the groundwork for forthcoming procurements associated with various City of London Police estates such as the Mounted Unit facility, Guildhall Yard East refurbishment, and a Tactical Firearms Training Facility, among others. Located at the City of London's Guildhall, stakeholders are invited to engage at an in-person information event scheduled for 9th April, 2026, from 1:30pm to 5:00pm, a key opportunity to understand the procurement options deeply. Key deadlines include confirming attendance to this session by 8th April, 2026, while the official procurement notice will be published on 30th July, 2026, and construction work is anticipated to begin on 10th August, 2026.

This tender offers a significant growth opportunity for businesses in the building construction and engineering sectors, especially those with expertise in secure environments and refurbishment projects. With a substantial budget for projects such as the Police Training Facility in Dagenham with an estimated value of £17.7 million, and Guildhall Yard East refurbishment valued around £14.3 million, enterprises positioned in the construction domain can enhance their portfolio by securing these high-value contracts. The programme is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that seek to expand their scope in public sector infrastructure projects, particularly those experienced in handling complex and sensitive construction works. Engaging in this preliminary phase provides a competitive edge and allows businesses to contribute feedback, ensuring alignment with procurement strategies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Future Police Estate Programme - Preliminary Market Engagement

Notice Description

The City of London Corporation is undertaking preliminary market engagement in advance of potential future procurements for construction works associated with the Future Police Estate Programme (FPEP). The programme is expected to include a number of projects, including: Police Training Facility (Dagenham) - estimated construction value c. PS17.7m Guildhall Yard East refurbishment - estimated value c. PS14.3m Property Store facility - estimated value c. PS2.0m Mounted Unit facility - value and scope currently under development The works are anticipated to include new build, refurbishment, and specialist secure environments.

Planning Information

As part of our preliminary market engagement, we are issuing this UK2 notice to share early information regarding upcoming City of London Police (CoLP) Future Police Estate Programme, including: Mounted Unit Guildhall Yard East Property Store Tactical Firearms Training Facility To support this engagement, we will be hosting an in-person information event on Thursday 9th April, 1:30pm - 5:00pm at Guildhall EC2P 2EJ where interested and experienced contractors will have the opportunity to learn more about the CoLP FPEP programme, engage with the project team, and participate in a live Q&A session. This event aims to encourage early dialogue, clarify initial queries, and inform the development of the forthcoming procurement strategy. This session will include: A detailed overview of the CoLP projects listed above The proposed delivery and procurement options An opportunity for contractors to provide feedback A live Q&A session with the project team Following this session, contractors who remain interested may be invited to participate in one-to-one discussions to explore the projects and procurement strategy in greater depth at a later date. Contractors are encouraged to review the information pack in advance and attend the session. To confirm attendance, please contact Machi Ma at Machi.Ma@cityoflondon.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066f0e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027231-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Jul 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 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
THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CITY OF LONDON
Postcode
EC2P 2EJ
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
Clerkenwell
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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