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AT1474 Inspire Overflow Carpark

LUTON COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

22 May 2026 at 10:23

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

11 May 2026 at 10:12

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Luton Council is undertaking an open tender process titled "AT1474 Inspire Overflow Carpark" within the construction industry category. This project involves expanding the carpark at Luton Inspire sports village, including the removal of the existing surface, installation of new kerbing, surface finish, lighting, and CCTV units. Located in the United Kingdom, this project is currently at the tender stage, with key dates including an enquiry period ending on 8th June 2026 and a tender submission deadline of 22nd June 2026. The overall project value is set at £360,000, and Luton Council will facilitate the competition through an open procurement method, suitable for below-threshold contracts.

This tender presents significant opportunities for construction firms, particularly those specialising in infrastructure expansion and facilities management. Firms with capabilities in surface construction, environmental enhancements, and technological installations such as lighting and CCTV will find this project particularly attractive. As the procurement process is open and below the threshold, it is especially accessible to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), enabling them to competitively bid and expand their influence within public sector projects. Such engagements not only provide a steady stream of work but also enhance credentials and experience in handling public authority contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

AT1474 Inspire Overflow Carpark

Notice Description

The expansion of the existing carpark at Luton Inspire sports village. The extension of the carpark will include the following works i. Remove existing surface ii. Install new kerbing and surface finish iii. Install associated lighting and CCTV units

Planning Information

Via Microsoft Team

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069565
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047683-2026
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
22 May 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Nov 2026 - 29 Jan 2027 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LUTON COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Luton
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Luton South and South Bedfordshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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