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title: "Handford Homes - Construction of flats at Fore Hamlet, Ipswich"
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# Handford Homes - Construction of flats at Fore Hamlet, Ipswich

Buyer: IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8abaf5cf-c53c-4295-ba37-ab9e63e05239

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## Summary

The Ipswich Borough Council has issued a tender titled "Handford Homes - Construction of flats at Fore Hamlet, Ipswich", involving the construction of 30 affordable rent flats at 114 Fore Hamlet in Ipswich. The deadline for tender submissions is 20 June 2023, with a deadline for clarification questions on 22 May 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure (above threshold) with a contract period starting on 1 September 2023 and ending on 30 August 2026. This tender falls under the industry category of construction work in the East of England region, offering growth opportunities for businesses specializing in building construction and construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses.

This public procurement opportunity by Ipswich Borough Council presents a chance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate in the construction sector. Businesses with expertise in building construction work and multi-dwelling building construction are well-suited to compete for this tender. As the contract period spans over three years, successful bidders can secure stable business growth and contribute to providing much-needed affordable housing in the Ipswich area. The openness of the procurement method enables a competitive bidding process, fostering innovation and diverse business participation.

## Notice

Construction of thirty new flats at 114 Fore Hamlet in Ipswich at a site formerly known as Hope Church, The Orwell Centre, The approved scheme generates 30 flats, all 100% affordable rent. Additional information: Handford Homes is currently out to tender for a main contractor for the construction of 30 flats. This opportunity is available in the 'Current Tenders' area of portal. Interested parties are invited to express their interest to gain full access to the tender documentation. The deadline date for submissions of the tender is 20 June 2023. Please note late returns will NOT be permitted The deadline for clarification questions is 22 May 2023 at 16:00 which must be generated via the correspondence option on the website Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70a7736a-3388-4de8-93ba-f91bad3cfa51 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jun 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2023 - 30 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | IPSWICH BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | SUFFOLK |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2DE |
| 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 45210000 - Building construction work
- 45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2023 at 13:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70a7736a-3388-4de8-93ba-f91bad3cfa51

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/70a7736a-3388-4de8-93ba-f91bad3cfa51
  27th March 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.ipswich.gov.uk/services/procurement-and-tendering
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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