This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

30 Apr 2026 at 16:57

Planning

09 Apr 2026 at 12:13

Summary of the contracting process

Islington Council is currently in the tender stage for a public procurement process titled "2526-0628 Wray Crescent Park Building – Building Contractor". This project, located in London at Wray Crescent Open Space, involves the demolition of an existing cricket pavilion and the construction of a new one-storey building, alongside park improvements. The contract is valued between £1,200,000 and £1,400,000, to be executed over eight months starting in August 2026, aligning with the cricket season start in April 2027. The procurement, conducted via an open below-threshold competition, will follow the Procurement Act 2023 guidelines and considers both price and quality equally in its award criteria. Interested parties are required to submit their tenders by 3rd June 2026, with enquiries due by 27th May 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth to businesses in the construction industry, particularly those with expertise in public infrastructure projects. Suitable candidates will need to demonstrate their ability to deliver value through both cost-efficiency and quality. Additionally, the focus on social value, programme delivery, and adherence to health and safety standards adds a layer of responsibility to prospective contractors. SME entities may find this contract particularly appealing given its alignment with their operational capabilities. The contract offers an advantageous position for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio within governmental projects while contributing to community development and public service infrastructure.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

2526-0628 Wray Crescent Park Building - Building Contractor

Notice Description

The requirement- This project includes the demolition of an existing cricket pavilion, and the construction of a replacement building in the same location. The new one-storey building will provide sporting infrastructure to support sport play in the park, a community space for wider public benefit, and an office for Park Services. In addition, there will be some landscaping and general wider park improvements. Planning permission was granted in August 2024. (P2024/0369/FUL) The project must be completed before the cricket season begins in April 2027. Site address: Wray Crescent Open Space, Turlewray Close, London, N4 3LZ Lots- This contract is not being divided in to lots. Contract period- The duration will be 8 months from an estimated start date of August 2026. Value of the contract- The estimated total value of this contract is between PS1,200,000 and PS1,400,000 over the maximum 8 months. Award criteria- The contract will be awarded to the Most Advantageous Tender(s) (MAT) in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. Tenders for this contract will be assessed against the following award criteria: Cost/price 50 % Quality 50 % Quality made up of: 20% - Proposed approach to social value 10% - Proposed approach to programme 10% - Proposed approach to delivery 5% - Proposed approach to Quality Control 5% - Proposed approach to Health and Safety Total 100% Further details will be provided in the invitation to tender.

Planning Information

This Notice is for informational purposes only and is not a formal invitation to tender. Its aim is to enhance transparency and competition for the upcoming tender notice. All details provided here may be updated or changed in the final tender notice. The Authority reserves the right to cancel, postpone, suspend or abort the procurement at any stage. The issue of this notice in no way commits the Authority to commence a procurement process. This premarket engagement exercise is being conducted to help the council assess the level of market interest in this project.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067ee4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040159-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Apr 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Islington Council
Additional Buyers

Islington

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N1 2UD
Postcode Area
North 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
TLI London

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
St Mary's & St James'
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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