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title: "Works to improve Public Realm - Western Esplanade"
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buyer: "SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL"
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# Works to improve Public Realm - Western Esplanade

Buyer: SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cc8b2563-dfed-47f8-b010-ca66ac0f3796

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## Summary

Southampton City Council has completed a procurement process titled "Works to improve Public Realm - Western Esplanade," classified under the landscaping work category (CPV 45112700). The project, located in Southampton, England (postal code SO14 7LY), involved a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender stage concluded on 1st June 2026, and the contract is set to run from 4th June 2026 to 3rd June 2027, with a total value of £50,000. The contract has been awarded to Schofield Groundworks Limited, an SME, as of 3rd June 2026, with the award notice published on 4th June 2026.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities for SME contractors specialising in landscaping and public works improvements. Given the project's focus on enhancing public spaces, businesses with capabilities in landscaping and infrastructure development would be well-suited to deliver such services. SMEs, in particular, may find this type of work aligns with their operational capacities, encouraging broader engagement with civic improvement initiatives led by local councils. Such contracts can facilitate long-term relationships with government clients and expand a company's portfolio in public sector projects.

## Notice

Works to improve Public Realm - Western Esplanade

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/288a8da9-e6fd-461a-821c-ebb650d269ad |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 3 Jun 2026 - 3 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| 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 | SOUTHAMPTON CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO14 7LY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton |
| Local authority | Southampton |
| Electoral ward | Bargate |
| Westminster constituency | Southampton Itchen |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SCHOFIELD GROUNDWORKS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45112700 - Landscaping work

## Release History

- 4 Jun 2026 at 08:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/288a8da9-e6fd-461a-821c-ebb650d269ad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/288a8da9-e6fd-461a-821c-ebb650d269ad
  4th June 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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