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Tender

27 Jul 2026 at 16:19

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Babergh District Council in collaboration with Mid Suffolk District Council involves the refurbishment of kitchens and bathrooms, with an estimated value between GBP 8,000,000 and GBP 12,000,000 annually. This tender encompasses two geographic lots corresponding to each district. The procurement is at the 'Tender' stage with key submission deadlines, including an expression of interest cutoff on 7th September 2026. Located in the region of UKH14 in the United Kingdom, this competitive flexible procurement follows a selective method and will be conducted in English. Successful contracts, anticipated to commence on 1st March 2027, may extend up to five years subject to satisfactory performance.

This tender offers robust opportunities for businesses specialising in construction and refurbishment, particularly those with expertise in bathroom and kitchen installations. Companies with a strong track record in quality and social value may find this an excellent growth opportunity due to its high evaluation criteria in these areas, as weightings of 60% for quality and 10% for social value are highlighted. The process has a tailored approach for SMEs, making it accessible to a diverse range of firms able to meet economic and technical specifications outlined in the procurement documents. Interested parties should prepare to meet these criteria to maximise their chance for success.

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Notice Title

Kitchens and Bathrooms

Notice Description

Babergh District Council and Mid Suffolk District Council (BMSDC) are looking to jointly procure Contractors for the delivery of their Kitchen and Bathroom Refurbishment Works Contracts. This opportunity will include two geographic Lots, one for each District. The estimated combined annual contracts value is circa GBP8,000,000 to GBP12,000,000. This figure does not take into account annual indexation considerations or VAT. It is intended that the contracts will run for a period of three years with the option for renewal, as decided by BMSDC, for an extension of up to a further two years, subject to satisfactory reviews. The maximum duration of the contract is therefore five years.

Lot Information

Lot 1: Babergh District Council

Kitchen and Bathroom Refurbishment/Replacement Works Contract relating to properties within Babergh District Council.

Renewal: As decided by BMSDC, for an extension of up to a further two years, subject to satisfactory reviews.

Lot 2: Mid Suffolk District Council

Kitchen and Bathroom Refurbishment/Replacement Works Contract relating to properties within Mid Suffolk District Council.

Renewal: As decided by BMSDC, for an extension of up to a further two years, subject to satisfactory reviews.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d4a2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070953-2026
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45211310 - Bathrooms construction work

45421151 - Installation of fitted kitchens

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£60,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 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
BABERGH DISTRICT COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

FAITHORN FARRELL TIMMS

MID SUFFOLK DISTRICT 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
IPSWICH
Postcode
IP1 2BX
Post Town
Ipswich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI61 Bromley
Delivery Location
TLH14 Suffolk CC

Local Authority
Bromley
Electoral Ward
Orpington
Westminster Constituency
Orpington

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