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title: "Smithdon High School - PCSA (con_26550)"
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buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION"
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# Smithdon High School - PCSA (con_26550)

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4dc3a962-fce8-473c-b794-89fbb9acdfce

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## Summary

The Department for Education has completed the tendering process for the Smithdon High School PCSA contract, which involves school construction works. This procurement falls under the industry category of Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services (CPV code: 71000000). The contract was awarded through a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The key dates for this procurement include the tender period ending on 9 January 2025, with the contract running from 16 January 2025 to 10 October 2025. The contract value is GBP 3,889,160.06 and is applicable across various regions in the United Kingdom, including London, the South East, and the Midlands.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for companies engaged in the construction and engineering sectors. The procurement is conducive for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), offering them the potential to compete alongside larger firms. The successful bidder, Bowmer & Kirkland Ltd, a large firm recognised for its construction services, demonstrates the competitive nature of this opportunity. Businesses that specialise in school construction and related services are well-suited to pursue similar tenders to expand their market presence and contribute to educational infrastructure projects. The Department for Education's proficiency in managing such contracts ensures a structured and reliable process for all involved parties.

## Notice

School construction works

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf8e317a-4f37-4f83-9fb8-095942ba255f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 16 Jan 2025 - 10 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,889,160 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,889,160 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 2WD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BOWMER & KIRKLAND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2025 at 18:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf8e317a-4f37-4f83-9fb8-095942ba255f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bf8e317a-4f37-4f83-9fb8-095942ba255f
  6th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-education/about/procurement

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