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Tender

01 Jul 2026 at 07:14

Summary of the contracting process

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council has initiated an open tendering process for the refurbishment of St Mary's School to accommodate Greenfield Special School, focusing on both internal and external upgrades. Categorised under refurbishment work (CPV: 45453100), the project includes internal alterations, creation of changing room WCs, internal finishes, and external fencing. The opportunity falls within the below-threshold value and follows an open competitive procurement method. The tender period ends on 29 July 2026, with enquiries closing on 22 July 2026. The project is expected to commence on 14 September 2026 and be completed by 4 January 2027, taking place in Merthyr Tydfil, United Kingdom, under Welsh devolved regulations.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for companies specialising in refurbishment work, particularly those experienced in educational facilities. With a gross contract value of £1,080,000, this project could significantly enhance the profile and capacity of participating contractors. The procurement process is well-suited for SMEs due to its below-threshold nature, and the evaluation will prioritise price (80%) and quality (20%). Companies capable of delivering high-quality finishes and adhering to strict schedules will find this tender an advantageous prospect for business growth and expanded professional experience in the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

St Mary's Refurbishment to Accommodate Special Needs School

Notice Description

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is seeking tenders from experienced and reputable contractors for the internal and external refurbishment of the existing St. Marys school to form a suitable additional educational facility for Greenfield Special School. The works comprise of Internal alterations, formation of changing room WC's, internal finishes, and external fencing

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c0c0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061505-2026
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

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
29 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Sep 2026 - 4 Jan 2027 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
MERTHYR TYDFIL COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MERTHYR TYDFIL
Postcode
CF47 8AN
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL15 Central Valleys

Local Authority
Merthyr Tydfil
Electoral Ward
Town
Westminster Constituency
Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare

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