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title: "Saffron Walden SEN Provision"
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# Saffron Walden SEN Provision

Buyer: ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b71f84b-c9c7-49c0-8c94-0cd905fd9eb2

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## Summary

This procurement process was conducted by Essex County Council for the project titled "Saffron Walden SEN Provision," involving the design and construction of a new standalone building at Saffron Walden County High School. The project falls under the industry category of construction work for school buildings, specifically located in the East of England, United Kingdom. The process employed a selective procurement method with a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender stage has concluded with the award phase being active as of 20th May 2026. The contract period spans from 20th May 2026 to 14th August 2027, with the final award being published on 28th July 2026.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, particularly those with expertise in educational facilities. Given the significant contract value of approximately £2,065,917.56, both small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are well-suited to compete in such projects due to their capacity to respond flexibly to specific project needs within the public sector framework. Larger suppliers such as R G Carter Southern Ltd, the award recipient, demonstrate the scale and capabilities desirable in fulfilling these specialised works. Participation in such a tender could enable business growth by establishing or expanding partnerships with local government entities like Essex County Council.

## Notice

Design and Build of a New Standalone Building for SEN Provision at Saffron Walden County High School, CB11 4UH

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fce51be-f2cf-41ac-afd6-953d690d7d6b |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 19 May 2026 - 14 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,065,917 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,065,917 |
| 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 | ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHELMSFORD |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM1 1QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Moulsham and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | R G CARTER SOUTHERN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45214200 - Construction work for school buildings

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2026 at 14:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fce51be-f2cf-41ac-afd6-953d690d7d6b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fce51be-f2cf-41ac-afd6-953d690d7d6b
  28th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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