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title: "RAF Waddington AOS - RIBA W/S 3-4 - Design Contract"
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# RAF Waddington AOS - RIBA W/S 3-4 - Design Contract

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c30c3a9c-e95a-443d-8879-22d787db816f

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has completed the award process for a design contract related to RAF Waddington's Airfield Operating Surfaces Project. The procurement was for early contractor involvement during RIBA work stages 3 and 4. The contract, valued at approximately £3.82 million, falls under the construction industry category, specifically targeting airfield and runway works. This selective procurement was conducted using a competitive procedure with negotiation, above the financial threshold. Located in Lincolnshire (LN5 9NB), the contract period runs from 29 September 2025 to 30 April 2026, with the award made to Lagan Construction Limited.

This contract offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in large-scale construction projects, particularly those experienced in airfield and runway surface works. Although the procurement process was exclusive and not open to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), large companies with a significant presence in the construction sector would find this project in alignment with their expertise and growth strategies. The selective method ensures that only qualified and capable firms are engaged in this critical infrastructure development, promoting optimal results and business growth for the participating firm.

## Notice

RIBA W/S 3-4 Contract to carry out Early Contractor Involvement at RAF Waddington as part of the respective Airfield Operating Surfaces (AOS) Project - concerning the Contractor carrying out the Design of the Works

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b418945-5855-40c3-adb7-57de43625d08 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive procedure with negotiation (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 Sep 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,817,732 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £3,817,732 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LAGAN CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45235000 - Construction work for airfields, runways and manoeuvring surfaces

## Release History

- 30 Sep 2025 at 09:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b418945-5855-40c3-adb7-57de43625d08

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b418945-5855-40c3-adb7-57de43625d08
  30th September 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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