This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

TenderCancellation

06 Aug 2026 at 14:25

Tender

11 Jun 2026 at 10:15

Summary of the contracting process

Derby College Group initiated a public procurement process for refurbishing the Plumbing Room Workshop and Classroom at the Roundhouse Stephenson Building, located in Derby, United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the 'works' category, specifically refurbishment work, and was set to be carried out within the campus environment. The contract was positioned to be below the threshold with an open competition procurement method, aiming for completion by 14th August 2026. However, after consideration, the College chose not to award the contract, issuing a procurement termination notice on 6th August 2026. This decision was taken to ensure transparency and to provide early certainty to potential bidders, with a possibility of re-procurement within the 2026/27 academic year.

This procurement opportunity, although now cancelled, initially aimed at offering a pathway for businesses specialising in refurbishment work, particularly those experienced in educational infrastructure, offering competitive pricing and high-quality output. Companies familiar with similar-scale projects within educational settings would have been well-positioned to benefit from such a contract, potentially broadening their portfolio and increasing their presence within the public sector. The project, had it proceeded, would have required adherence to UK regulations specific to a Further Education campus environment, making it a fitting challenge for contractors with expertise in this domain.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Plumbing Room Workshop and Classroom Alterations at the Roundhouse Stephenson Building

Notice Description

DCG's Estates team undertakes planned preventative maintenance each year to ensure that facilities meet required safety and operational standards to support Campus maintenance and operational activities. The intended outcome of the process is to determine the most advantageous tender (MAT) and select a single contractor to undertake the Plumbing Room Workshop & Classroom Alterations at the Stephenson Building on the Roundhouse Campus. Works are to be carried out in compliance with all applicable UK regulations, with particular regard to the operational demands of a Further Education campus environment. Works must be completed by 14.08.26 please see the tender pack available for download at https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/educationportal/aspx/Home

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b296
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074869-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
25 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jul 2026 - 14 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DERBY COLLEGE GROUP
Additional Buyers

AGM PROCUREMENT

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Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE24 8UG
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLF11 Derby

Local Authority
Lichfield
Electoral Ward
Little Aston & Stonnall
Westminster Constituency
Tamworth

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