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08 Jul 2026 at 08:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Relocation of Post-16 Provision to the Kirkby Centre (Phase 2)" was managed by Knowsley Council, a sub-central government authority based in Huyton, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the industry category of construction work and involved the refurbishment of the Kirkby Centre to accommodate post-16 educational facilities. The procurement stage has successfully reached completion, with an award dated 8th July 2026, and the contract effectively signed on the 1st of January, 2026. The contract period extended from 4th January to 3rd June 2026. The procurement method employed was a limited competition below threshold, ensuring a targeted and specialised selection process.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs in the construction sector, particularly those experienced in refurbishment and structural projects. The awarded contract, valued at approximately £1.9 million, was secured by STERLING SERVICES (NORTHERN) LIMITED, indicating the potential for similar enterprises to compete for future projects of this nature. Businesses with expertise in site preparation, structural alterations, and external fittings would find this type of tender conducive to expansion and reputation building within the public sector construction industry.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Relocation of Post-16 Provision to the Kirkby Centre (Phase 2)

Notice Description

Knowsley Council require a contractor to remodel and refurbish the Kirkby Centre to accommodate the Alt Bridge post-16 provision. The outline scope of the works is as follows: * Site set up; * Site preparation & strip out; * Structural alterations * Install passenger lift * External works including new road layout * Installing fencing * M&E amendments; * Fitting out;

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c5d2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063929-2026
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
£1,906,161 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jan 20266 months ago
Contract Period
4 Jan 2026 - 3 Jun 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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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