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title: "T1081 Square 5 - Lower Building Refurbishment Works"
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# T1081 Square 5 - Lower Building Refurbishment Works

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-89bd4a06-54fe-43c8-ae6d-a1dc5dba0fa4

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## Summary

The University of Essex has completed the procurement process for the "T1081 Square 5 - Lower Building Refurbishment Works." This construction project falls under the industry category of refurbishment work (CPV: 45453100). It involves updating the square five building areas to improve facilities for the university's security team. The key stages of the procurement included releasing the Request for Quotation (RFQ) on 22nd April, with responses due by 17th May. The project was awarded on 23rd May to Colne Construction Services LTD, with an on-site start date of 3rd June and expected completion by 29th July 2024. The project includes updating an open-plan space with new electrical heating, power, data installations, new flooring, and decorations.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for construction businesses, especially those specialising in refurbishment and modernisation projects. It provides a chance to work with a prominent educational institution and enhance a key facility that supports the university’s operations. Companies with experience in interior renovations, electrical installations, and space planning would find this project particularly suitable. The project’s scale and scope require efficient management and technical execution, making it ideal for firms looking to establish or strengthen their presence in the higher education sector.

## Notice

The University of Essex is looking to refurbish areas 5n1.3.2 - 3.6 in the square five building for the use of our security team. The Project will look to update an existing open plan space, with adequate electric heating, power, data, new flooring, and decoration. It will create a new node room from an existing room, an interview room, changing/locker rooms and potential shower room. Timeline: RFQ Released: 22nd April Clarifications: Up to 12 noon on 10th May RFQ Return: no later than 12 noon 17th May Award: 23rd May Start on site: 3rd June - 29th July* *Should the contractor wish to start immediately after award then this would be possible.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8326a7e-fa5f-4ee4-8689-f3b3f318af3c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 17 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 22 May 2024 - 29 Jul 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX |
| Locality | COLCHESTER |
| Post town | Colchester |
| Postcode | CO4 3SQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Colchester |
| Electoral ward | Wivenhoe |
| Westminster constituency | Harwich and North Essex |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COLNE CONSTRUCTION SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 20 Nov 2024 at 10:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8326a7e-fa5f-4ee4-8689-f3b3f318af3c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8326a7e-fa5f-4ee4-8689-f3b3f318af3c
  20th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login?cid=UNIESSEX
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