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Learning centre construction

ROYAL KEW GARDENS

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29 Jun 2026 at 15:55

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process pertains to a direct award contract for the construction of a learning centre at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, located in Richmond, United Kingdom. The procurement was necessitated by the insolvency of the initially appointed contractor, prompting Royal Kew Gardens to make a direct award to ensure immediate continuation of the works. This contract, valued at £7,518,276, falls under the industry category of construction, specifically refurbishment work and consultative engineering. The project has reached the award stage, with a contract period set to commence on 15th July 2026 and conclude by 23rd June 2027. Notably, the procurement method utilised was a direct award, underscored by urgency and the need to maintain project delivery schedules.

This tender represents significant opportunities for construction firms, particularly those experienced in refurbishment work and engineering services, to engage in high-value projects with public authorities. Large-scale businesses, similar to Kind & Company Ltd, which has been identified as a supplier, would be well-suited to undertake such projects, benefiting from the opportunity to showcase their expertise and enhance their portfolio within the public sector. The direct engagement with Royal Kew Gardens presents a unique chance to establish a key relationship with a public authority, positioned in the strategic location of Richmond, part of the UK's sub-central government entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Learning centre construction

Notice Description

DIRECT AWARD OF REMAINING CONSTRUCTION WORKS FOLLOWING CONTRACTOR INSOLVENCY

Procurement Information

The original construction contract was awarded following a compliant PCR15 competitive procurement . Following contract award and commencement of the works, the appointed contractor entered insolvency. As a consequence, RBG Kew has terminated the contract in accordance with its contractual rights. The works are partially complete and require immediate continuation to avoid prolonged disruption to the project, protect Kew's assets and maintain programme delivery. Kew has considered the available procurement options and has concluded that a direct award represents the most appropriate and proportionate course of action.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bf78
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060924-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£7,518,276 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
14 Jul 2026 - 23 Jun 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL KEW GARDENS
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
RICHMOND
Postcode
TW9 3AQ
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Kew
Westminster Constituency
Richmond Park

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KIND

Further Information

Notice Documents

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