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14 Jul 2026 at 07:58

Summary of the contracting process

The Crown Estate, a public authority from the central government sector, is currently in the tender stage for the "St James's Market Phase 2 - Demolition and Enabling Works" project located in London, United Kingdom. This procurement, falling under the construction industry category, involves significant preparatory works including demolition, asbestos removal, and site clearance. The tender follows a Competitive Flexible Procedure, which requires initial submissions by 10th August 2026. Successful candidates will then be invited to participate in further stages, with contract completion anticipated by April 2028. The total estimated procurement value stands at £12 million, and submissions must be made electronically in English.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in demolition and site preparation work, particularly those experienced in handling complex and large-scale projects. Companies that can demonstrate robust technical and financial capabilities, alongside a proven track record in similar projects, are well-suited to compete in this selective procurement process. Engaging with this project could foster business growth by securing prestigious contracts under The Crown Estate, enhancing portfolio credentials and gaining exposure in competitive sectors of the construction industry.

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Notice Title

St James's Market Phase 2 - Demolition and Enabling Works

Notice Description

The Crown Estate is seeking to appoint a contractor to deliver the demolition and enabling works for St James's Market Phase 2 (SJM2). The works include demolition of existing buildings and foundations, asbestos removal, underpinning works, infilling of pavement vaults, temporary works to support retained structures where required, site-wide clearance and excavation, and installation of the piling mat. The procurement is being conducted through a Competitive Flexible Procedure and will be delivered in two stages comprising a Conditions of Participation (COP) and Procurement Specific Questionnaire (PSQ), followed by an Invitation to Tender (ITT) for suppliers meeting the required standards. The employer under the contract will be St James's Market Development (No. 2) Limited. This entity is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Crown Estate Commissioners. Further information is provided to tenderers within the procurement briefing pack.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ca4f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065909-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45111100 - Demolition work

45111200 - Site preparation and clearance work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Feb 2027 - 1 Apr 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE CROWN ESTATE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1Y 4AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

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