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07 Jul 2026 at 13:46

Summary of the contracting process

Knowsley Council successfully completed the procurement process for the "Alt Bridge Expansion Phase 3 - Wellcroft Centre" project, which involved refurbishing and reconfiguring spaces at Alt Bridge School to enhance visibility, accessibility, and efficiency. The contract, classified under the "works" category with a focus on "Construction work", was delivered by STERLING SERVICES (NORTHERN) LIMITED in collaboration with the council. While the procurement method was below the threshold with limited competition, the contract was awarded successfully within the UKD71 region, located in Huyton, United Kingdom. The contract commenced on 19th July 2026 and concluded on 21st August 2026, with a gross value of £581,901.60.

This tender represents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in modern construction and refurbishment projects. With the contract centred on improving school facilities, businesses providing innovative design and efficient space management would gain valuable sector exposure. Companies with similar competencies and experience in the educational sector and capacity to operate within the Greater Liverpool region would find such contracts an excellent chance to expand their portfolio and demonstrate their expertise to public authorities such as Knowsley Council.

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Notice Title

Alt Bridge Expansion Phase 3 - Wellcroft Centre

Notice Description

The Wellcroft Centre at Alt Bridge School will be refurbished and reconfigured to enable the relocation of the existing reception and administrative offices to a more accessible ground-floor location. This will involve internal alterations to create a modern, functional workspace that improves visibility, accessibility, and day-to-day operational efficiency for staff, pupils, and visitors.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c555
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063708-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£484,918 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
18 Jul 2026 - 21 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
KNOWSLEY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
HUYTON
Postcode
L36 9YU
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Knowsley
Electoral Ward
Roby
Westminster Constituency
Knowsley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

STERLING SERVICES (NORTHERN

Further Information

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