Planning

External Construction Package 8

HARLOW DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Planning

26 May 2026 at 08:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "External Construction Package 8 - Building envelope works" is being conducted by Harlow District Council, a public authority in the sub-central government category located in Harlow, UK, Region UKH35. The contracting process is currently in the planning stage, with a planned contract period from 1st September 2026 to 30th September 2027. The council is seeking suppliers in the construction work industry, and interested parties should note the planned future notice date of 29th July 2026. This procurement falls under the 'works' category and is suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in construction work, particularly those specialising in building envelope solutions. It represents a substantial opportunity for growth, especially for SMEs capable of delivering high-quality construction services. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in complex construction projects and have the capacity to manage significant public sector contracts will find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities. Engaging in this contract could not only boost business turnover but also enhance reputation and establish long-term relationships with public sector buyers.

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Notice Title

External Construction Package 8

Notice Description

External Construction Package 8 - Building envelope works

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a2b1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048434-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline 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

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
29 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HARLOW DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
HARLOW
Postcode
CM20 1WG
Post Town
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
TLH35 West Essex

Local Authority
Harlow
Electoral Ward
Little Parndon & Town Centre
Westminster Constituency
Harlow

Further Information

Notice Documents

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