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title: "Cressing Primary School"
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# Cressing Primary School

Buyer: ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-87a5646c-19b1-4f0e-a823-eb6ff10876b5

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## Summary

Essex County Council has completed the procurement process for the design and construction of a new special school for children and young people at Wolsey Park, located in the East of England, United Kingdom. This project, titled "Cressing Primary School," falls under the industry category of construction work for school buildings. The procurement was conducted through a selective call-off from a framework agreement. With a procurement stage that has reached completion, the tender period ended on 11th October 2023, and the awarded contract commenced on 6th May 2026, lasting until 5th August 2027. The total contract value is £3,795,860.72, awarded to Beardwell Construction Limited.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the construction industry, especially those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to partake in substantial projects with government bodies like Essex County Council. Companies experienced in educational infrastructure and capable of meeting rigorous contractual standards are well-positioned to compete in such tenders. This project is not only a chance to contribute to the community by building essential educational facilities but also a pathway for expanding company portfolios and demonstrating expertise in the public sector.

## Notice

Design and Build of Wolsey Park, New Special School for Children and Young People at Wolsey Park SEND SS6 9UQ

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1aa82c85-3dbd-4402-b79a-2b4b9c0ab184 |
| 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 | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Oct 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 5 May 2026 - 5 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,795,860 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,795,860 |
| 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 | BEARDWELL CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45214200 - Construction work for school buildings

## Release History

- 28 Jul 2026 at 15:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1aa82c85-3dbd-4402-b79a-2b4b9c0ab184

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1aa82c85-3dbd-4402-b79a-2b4b9c0ab184
  28th July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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