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title: "The Provision of a new Headquarters for the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF)"
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# The Provision of a new Headquarters for the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF)

Buyer: GOVERNMENT PROPERTY AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7886a08c-17b8-43d4-8c6d-eb894be860c8

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## Summary

The Government Property Agency has awarded a contract for the provision of a new headquarters for the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) in Reading, Berkshire. The procurement falls under the industry category of construction work (CPV code 45000000). Mace Construct Ltd has been appointed as the supplier to execute the project, which entails the design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and defects rectification for the headquarters building. The contract period for this project starts on 3rd February 2025 and ends on 18th December 2026. This project is completed with a contract value of £92,585,928 GBP and was procured through a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in large-scale construction projects and associated services. While the direct contract has been awarded to Mace Construct Ltd, there will likely be further opportunities for subcontractors and suppliers in various specializations such as materials, engineering, and architectural services. Businesses with expertise in high-value, complex projects, especially those that can contribute to sustainability and Net Zero Carbon (NZC) deliverables, are well-suited to support this initiative. This tender is a noteworthy opportunity for companies aiming to expand their portfolio in the public sector procurement of high-profile infrastructure projects.

## Notice

The design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning and defects rectification for new build 'ECMWF' headquarters building including all associated works

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4891e47e-7de7-492e-a0d8-ff89102f1717 |
| 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 | 23 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Oct 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2023 |
| Contract period | 3 Feb 2025 - 18 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £92,585,928 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £96,498,923 |
| 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 | GOVERNMENT PROPERTY AGENCY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B2 4BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MACE CONSTRUCT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 71300000 - Engineering services
- 71500000 - Construction-related services

## Release History

- 23 Dec 2024 at 09:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4891e47e-7de7-492e-a0d8-ff89102f1717
- 10 Jul 2023 at 13:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74062ba1-c0c8-4174-adce-d196029d27ca

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4891e47e-7de7-492e-a0d8-ff89102f1717
  23rd December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74062ba1-c0c8-4174-adce-d196029d27ca
  10th July 2023 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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