The Mercian Trust Aldridge School Roofing B Block

THE MERCIAN TRUST

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Award

24 Jun 2026 at 15:45

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, led by The Mercian Trust, involved a project titled "The Mercian Trust Aldridge School Roofing B Block," classified within the works category. This project, located in Walsall, United Kingdom, has reached the award stage with The General Asphalte Company Limited as the main supplier. The contract, valued at £167,932.10, was signed on 24th June 2026, with work scheduled to commence on 20th July 2026 and finish by 31st August 2026. The procurement, conducted through a limited method, was below threshold, aimed at ensuring a competitive yet specialised engagement suitable to the needs of the public undertaking.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses with expertise in roof repair and construction works. Companies within the construction industry, particularly those specialising in roofing, could have competed for this contract. The selection of a large, well-established firm like The General Asphalte Company Limited highlights the need for significant capacity and experience to undertake such projects efficiently. By engaging in public sector projects, businesses can enhance their portfolio and sector experience, creating pathways for further opportunities in government contracts.

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Notice Title

The Mercian Trust Aldridge School Roofing B Block

Notice Description

The Mercian Trust Flat Roofing project to B Block at Aldridge School. Note: The tender documentation for this requirement has been produced by DEP LLP, and the procurement process is being administrated by the CPC.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bc8c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059597-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45261910 - Roof repair

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£167,932 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 2026Yesterday
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE MERCIAN TRUST
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WALSALL
Postcode
WS1 2PG
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG38 Walsall
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Walsall
Electoral Ward
Paddock
Westminster Constituency
Walsall and Bloxwich

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE GENERAL ASPHALTE

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