Atrium replacement and remedial works

UTTLESFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

17 Jun 2026 at 10:09

Summary of the contracting process

Uttlesford District Council is seeking a principal contractor to undertake the atrium replacement and remedial works at its London Road offices in Saffron Walden. This procurement, classified under the construction work industry category, involves removing and replacing defective glazing units while maintaining the operational status of the building. The tender, which is in the active stage of procurement, was initiated on 17th June 2026. It operates under an open competition, and interested parties must submit their tenders by 13th July 2026. Enquiries about the tender are permitted until 8th July 2026, with work expected to commence on 24th August 2026 and conclude by 14th December 2026. The contract, worth approximately £160,000, focuses on the front elevation, but additional options, such as wider glazing replacement, are also requested for pricing.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in construction and glazing. Companies with expertise in glazing systems, particularly those capable of providing both design and installation services, would be well-suited to compete. The contract stipulates a preference for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and offers growth potential through additional options such as planned preventative maintenance and expanded glazing replacements. By participating, businesses can enhance their portfolios by leveraging the visibility and credibility associated with working alongside a public authority in a high-profile location. Interested parties should consider their ability to deliver quality results within the specified timelines and their capacity to manage the ancillary safety and reporting requirements essential for this project.

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Notice Title

Atrium replacement and remedial works

Notice Description

Uttlesford district Council is seeking to commission remedial/refurbishment works to the glazed atrium at the London Road offices, specifically the atrium over the main entrance linking the Grade II Saffron Walden building with the adjacent office block. The Council is looking to procure a principal contractor / glazing specialist to design, supply, install and warrant remedial works to the existing atrium glazing system while keeping the building operational. Main tender requirement The core tender is for the front elevation only, involving: *Removal and disposal of 32 defective glazing units *Supply and installation of 32 replacement glazing units *Associated access, safety, cleaning, sealing, weatherproofing and reporting requirements Additional "below the line" options The document also asks contractors to price extra options separately: 1.Option 1 - Planned Preventative Maintenance oAnnual maintenance visit to support/validate the warranty oIncludes inspection, torque testing, sealant checks, maintenance clean and photographic report 1.Option 2 - Wider glazing replacement oRemoval and replacement of 67 defective glazing units oIncludes similar access, safety, sealing and reporting requirements 2.Option 3 - Fuller glazing replacement package oRemoval and replacement of 131 defective glazing units oIncludes heavier access/lifting requirements such as crane, MEWP and underhook suction lifter For more detail, please refer to the specification within the tender pack. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Saffron-Walden:-Construction-work./G62AED38Z3 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/G62AED38Z3

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b6ba
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056996-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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

45421100 - Installation of doors and windows and related components

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Aug 2026 - 14 Dec 2026 1-6 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
UTTLESFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SAFFRON WALDEN
Postcode
CB11 4ZH
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH35 West Essex
Delivery Location
TLH3 Essex

Local Authority
Uttlesford
Electoral Ward
Saffron Walden Audley
Westminster Constituency
North West Essex

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