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title: "HMP Manchester Combined Projects"
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# HMP Manchester Combined Projects

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-49e1cb13-d9a4-4415-8e2f-d7f8748e8b85

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has successfully awarded the "HMP Manchester Combined Projects" contract to Wates Construction Limited. Located in Manchester city centre, this contract encompasses significant refurbishment and security enhancements at the high-security custodial establishment. The project, classified under the construction work CPV code, involves works such as the replacement of custody windows, repairs to atrium glazing, the Grade II listed tower, and upgrades to security systems. The procurement process followed a selective approach, administered via a mini competition under the Crown Commercial Service CWAS2 Framework Lot 5. The contract period commenced on 24 March 2026 and will extend until 16 January 2032, with an estimated value of £108,473,318 GBP.

This tender promises substantial opportunities for businesses involved in construction and security system upgrades, although it is not specifically suitable for SMEs or VCSEs. Companies capable of managing large-scale projects and with expertise in refurbishments, especially in the context of historical buildings, will find it particularly advantageous. The collaborative framework method allows established firms like Wates Construction Limited, which has a history of handling similar projects, to pursue further growth by leveraging their specialised skill set and expanding their service scope in the public sector. This award underscores the potential for substantial long-term growth through securing government contracts in construction-related fields.

## Notice

The Ministry of Justice has awarded a contract for the design and build delivery of construction works at HMP Manchester, a high security custodial establishment located in Manchester city centre. The works comprise the completion of refurbishment and security related capital works following the insolvency of the previous main contractor. The scope includes, but is not limited to: Replacement of custody windows Repairs to atrium glazing Repairs to the Grade II listed tower Installation of security netting Security systems upgrades The contract was awarded following a mini competition under the Crown Commercial Service Construction Works and Associated Services 2 (CWAS2) Framework Agreement (RM6267), Lot 5, in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/193c3d8e-5f74-4e8c-9e30-6b2874fa2244 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 24 Mar 2026 - 16 Jan 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £108,473,318 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £108,473,318 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF JUSTICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WATES CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2026 at 13:47 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/193c3d8e-5f74-4e8c-9e30-6b2874fa2244
- 20 Apr 2026 at 12:53 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/193c3d8e-5f74-4e8c-9e30-6b2874fa2244
- 20 Apr 2026 at 12:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/193c3d8e-5f74-4e8c-9e30-6b2874fa2244

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/193c3d8e-5f74-4e8c-9e30-6b2874fa2244
  20th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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