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title: "Supply Chain Notice: FDIS - Contract Award Notice - Cottesmore External Refurbishments to 8 properties - FY2025/26 - Amey Central Region - East"
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# Supply Chain Notice: FDIS - Contract Award Notice - Cottesmore External Refurbishments to 8 properties - FY2025/26 - Amey Central Region - East

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7290ff1b-8e64-43f8-a607-fc047594a08d

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## Summary

The procurement process for the refurbishment of run-down buildings in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom has reached the award stage, with the Ministry of Defence as the contracting authority. This project, entitled "FDIS - Contract Award Notice - Cottesmore External Refurbishments to 8 properties - FY2025/26 - Amey Central Region - East," involves extensive refurbishment works including replacing windows, doors, and various repair tasks. The contract commencement is scheduled for 2nd March 2026, with completion expected by 27th March 2026. The procurement follows an 'Other' method and prioritises works in the industry category. The minimum contract value is £113,000, and the total value is £348,000. The award was made to Sovereign Group Ltd, and key details for potential business opportunities were published on 3rd February 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses in the construction and refurbishment industry, particularly those specialising in building improvements and repair works. Given the procurement process's suitability criteria, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders managed by the Ministry of Defence. Engaging in such projects helps these businesses enhance their portfolios and gain experience with governmental contracts. Additionally, SMEs focusing on sustainable construction practices or possessing expertise in these specific refurbishment tasks might find it advantageous to pursue opportunities within this market.

## Notice

Replace all windows to dwellings with PVCu DGU with trickle vents - Replace mains electric doorbells (will need electrician, plasterer/decorator to make good walls) - Replace all secondary entrance doors - Replace main entrance & inner porch doors/frames - Redecorate timber store doors/frames - Redecorate meter boxes - Replace cladding above D&Ws to outhouse - Shared On Site Liaison Officer

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2cda622-80de-41b0-b809-bde233ae8de8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Other |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 2 Mar 2026 - 27 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £348,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £146,239 |
| 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 DEFENCE |
| Locality | HUNTINGDON |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE28 2EA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | Huntingdonshire |
| Electoral ward | Hemingford Grey & Houghton |
| Westminster constituency | Huntingdon |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SOVEREIGN GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45262690 - Refurbishment of run-down buildings

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2026 at 07:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2cda622-80de-41b0-b809-bde233ae8de8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f2cda622-80de-41b0-b809-bde233ae8de8
  3rd February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/32374948-1243-417c-bb62-ea84941e7485?origin=SearchResults&p=1
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