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title: "Ipswich Academy - SEND Provision"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7b13e12a-c37a-42e3-b568-040a21f96c34"
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buyer: "SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Ipswich Academy - SEND Provision

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b13e12a-c37a-42e3-b568-040a21f96c34

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## Summary

This procurement process, conducted by Suffolk County Council, involves the construction of accommodation for a Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND) unit at Ipswich Academy. The project is classified under the construction work industry category with a value of £1,071,654.60. Located in Ipswich, England, the procurement process has progressed to the award stage, with a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 25th April 2025, and the contract is set to commence on 1st June 2025, concluding by 5th December 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises, as the project specifically identifies suitability for SMEs. Companies specialising in construction and educational facility development are well-suited to compete in projects like this. The awarded contract to SEH French Ltd highlights the potential for local companies to engage with public sector contracts for infrastructure expansion, thereby gaining experience and testimonials in the construction sector.

## Notice

The project is to provide sufficient accommodation for the Special Education Needs and Disability (SEND) unit that will accommodate 18 pupils in 2 classrooms with ancillary spaces.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884b3981-830a-4eab-8fa5-2c011fe12567 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2025 - 5 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,071,654 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,071,654 |
| 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 | SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | IPSWICH |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SEH FRENCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 13 May 2025 at 07:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884b3981-830a-4eab-8fa5-2c011fe12567

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/884b3981-830a-4eab-8fa5-2c011fe12567
  13th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.suffolk.gov.uk

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