--- title: "WP3608 - Christ Church School Extension Works" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a439cd1f-1036-42f0-b2cb-7c44f02ab1ab" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a439cd1f-1036-42f0-b2cb-7c44f02ab1ab" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a439cd1f-1036-42f0-b2cb-7c44f02ab1ab.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a439cd1f-1036-42f0-b2cb-7c44f02ab1ab.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING" published: "2020-04-02" --- # WP3608 - Christ Church School Extension Works Buyer: WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a439cd1f-1036-42f0-b2cb-7c44f02ab1ab [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a439cd1f-1036-42f0-b2cb-7c44f02ab1ab) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a439cd1f-1036-42f0-b2cb-7c44f02ab1ab.json) ## Summary The Walsall Council is initiating an open tender process for the "WP3608 - Christ Church School Extension Works" project, aimed at expanding Christ Church CE Primary School in Bloxwich, West Midlands. The school is set to increase its Reception year group capacity from 45 to 60 places, taking the total capacity to accommodate 285 pupils. The submission deadline for tenders is 12:00 noon on Thursday, 21 May 2020, with queries needing to be submitted by 23 April 2020. The construction work falls under the category of 'works' and the procurement method is classified as 'open procedure (below threshold)'. This contract is expected to commence on 6 July 2020 and will be completed by 31 July 2021. This tender presents significant opportunities for construction firms, particularly those with experience in educational infrastructure projects. Businesses that specialise in school construction, refurbishment, or extensions should consider participating in this process, given the Council's openness to feedback from contractors regarding the tendering challenges posed by Covid-19. Engaging with this contract could not only enhance a company's portfolio but also establish fruitful relationships with local authorities for future projects. ## Notice Christ Church CE Primary School is to be increased from 45 to 60 places in Reception year group taking the school from 1.5FE to 2FE. The school provides primary education for pupils between the ages of 3 and 11 years. Currently, the school's published admission number is 45. The school currently has places for 285 pupils (excluding the nursery class). It is proposed to increase the number of places in the Reception year group, from 45 to 60, from September 2021. The Council wishes to procure a contractor for the construction of an extension to Christ Church C of E Primary School, Harden Rd, Bloxwich, Walsall WS3 1EN The Council is looking to appoint one supplier for this Contract. An open tender process will be used. Bidders will express an interest through the portal in order to view and download documents. In light of the current circumstances linked to Covid-19, interested contractors are welcome to submit feedback relating to any problems recently experienced with timescales or issues sourcing materials. This information will be treated confidentially and may be used to further shape this procurement process. Any feedback from contractors will ideally be submitted by Thursday 23 April and will form no part of the tender evaluation process. Any tender queries and requests for clarification must be submitted through this portal by Thursday 23 April. **Due to the impact COVID-19 is having on a number of businesses and to allow contractors some additional time for preparing resources, the Council has agreed to extend the Invitation to Tender period by 2 weeks. The tender submission deadline will now be 12:00 midday on Thursday 21 May 2020. The query deadline will remain as Thursday 23 April 2020.** Additional information: The procurement of this contract will be managed through the Council's electronic tendering portal, which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/walsallcouncil/aspx/Home Interested contractors should register on this portal in order to express an interest, view details and download the tender documents. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbe89231-9257-4aaf-8a3e-dcca9bc65dad | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Apr 2020 | | Submission deadline | 7 May 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 5 Jul 2020 - 31 Jul 2021 | | 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 | WALSALL COUNCIL E-TENDERING | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Walsall | | Postcode | WS1 1TP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG38 Walsall | | Local authority | Walsall | | Electoral ward | St Matthew's | | Westminster constituency | Walsall and Bloxwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 2 Apr 2020 at 09:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbe89231-9257-4aaf-8a3e-dcca9bc65dad - 30 Mar 2020 at 11:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbe89231-9257-4aaf-8a3e-dcca9bc65dad ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fbe89231-9257-4aaf-8a3e-dcca9bc65dad 2nd April 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/walsallcouncil/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/walsallcouncil/aspx/Home - https://www.walsall.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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