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title: "GPA Ashford Fit Out Design and Build Contract"
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buyer: "UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY"
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# GPA Ashford Fit Out Design and Build Contract

Buyer: UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ab242807-44ba-4913-861a-160223b8060c

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## Summary

The UK Health Security Agency has completed the procurement process for the "GPA Ashford Fit Out Design and Build Contract," focused on refurbishment work under the CPV classification 45453100. The contract pertains to the refurbishment of the Lower Ground and First Floor of Kent House in Ashford, transitioning operations from the Civic Centre by the end of November 2024. This project will involve professional consultancy services and subsequent construction works. Key dates include the tender period ending on 26 September 2024 and the contract period starting on 27 September 2024 and concluding by 22 May 2026. This procurement employed a limited method (competitive quotation below the threshold) with an overall value of £350,000 GBP.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in professional consultancy and construction services, particularly those experienced in large-scale refurbishment projects. Although not specifically suited for SMEs or VCSEs, larger firms within the design and build sector will find this procurement advantageous for bolstering their portfolio in government contracts, particularly for enhancing public office infrastructure. The collaboration between UK Health Security Agency and the Government Property Agency ensures that the selected supplier will work alongside established entities, providing a stable platform for business growth and recognition in public sector projects.

## Notice

GPA to award a two part contract to undertake construction 1. Professional Services Consultancy and subsequent works contract. GPA are to provide access to their design and build contract and contractors, GPA will instruct a Task Order and Payment to their contractors to undertake the design and build. The GPA PSCA will undertake design and the necessary surveys for the refurbishment works of the HPO's Ashford offices (Lower ground and first floor Kent House facility). The refurbishment is to facilitate the movement of operations from the Civic Centre nearby which will no longer be available for use at the end of November 2024. GPA have supported with advice and the provision of use of their Contract for the necessary Design and Build works.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41011f6a-4f0b-45a5-a255-417e1a125acb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Sep 2024 |
| Contract period | 26 Sep 2024 - 22 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £350,000 |
| 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 | UK HEALTH SECURITY AGENCY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GOVERNMENT PROPERTY AGENCY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2025 at 13:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41011f6a-4f0b-45a5-a255-417e1a125acb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41011f6a-4f0b-45a5-a255-417e1a125acb
  25th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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