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21 Jul 2026 at 07:36

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process initiated by St Helens Council for the project titled "Broad Oak Primary School Guttering/Fascias/Cladding" has reached the award stage, with a contract currently active. The contract focuses on construction work under the industry category of works, specifically involving guttering, fascias, and cladding for a primary school. The project is located in St Helens, United Kingdom. The procurement process employed was limited in nature, conducted below threshold with limited competition. The key dates include the contract start date of 20th July 2026 and an expected completion by 28th August 2026, with the contract having been signed on the 17th July 2026.

This opportunity offers significant potential for business growth, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the construction sector. The project awarded to EFT Construction Limited highlights opportunities for firms specializing in construction works, particularly those with proficiency in educational building projects. Companies with a focus on completing high-quality projects within tight timelines and capable of working under limited competition scenarios would find such tenders well-suited to their capabilities. As part of public sector procurement, securing a contract with a local council can lead to further opportunities and credibility in the public works sector.

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Notice Title

Broad Oak Primary School Guttering/Fascias/Cladding

Notice Description

Broad Oak Primary School Guttering/Fascias/Cladding PS50,000 exc VAT

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cf54
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068482-2026
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
£66,018 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 28 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
ST HELENS 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
ST HELENS
Postcode
WA10 1HP
Post Town
Warrington
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
St. Helens
Electoral Ward
St Helens Town Centre
Westminster Constituency
St Helens South and Whiston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EFT CONSTRUCTION

Further Information

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