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title: "GB-Bedford: Bedford SDEC- Enabling Work Package"
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buyer: "BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST"
published: "2024-10-28"
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# GB-Bedford: Bedford SDEC- Enabling Work Package

Buyer: BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dd36f3a6-c33d-4493-a99b-000240f8594b

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## Summary

The Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking bids for the "GB-Bedford: Bedford SDEC- Enabling Work Package." This procurement is for the construction of below-ground service diversions and utility connections to support a Same Day Emergency Care Unit at Bedford Hospital (South Wing). Categorised under health-related construction work (CPV code: 45215100), this open procedure tender is located in the East of England. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with the tender period closing on 1st November 2024 at 09:00 GMT. The contract is set to begin on 6th January 2025 and conclude on 14th March 2025. The total value of the contract ranges from £500,000 to £1,000,000 GBP.

This tender offers considerable growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those operating within the construction sector and specialising in healthcare facilities. The Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has expressed that the contract is suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Businesses with expertise in utilities, groundwork, and healthcare infrastructure are well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract. Given the substantial contract value, winning this tender could significantly enhance a firm's portfolio and market presence within the health construction sector in the East of England.

## Notice

Below ground services diversions, utilities connections and expansions to support a Same Day Emergency Care Unit at Bedford Hospital (South Wing) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c1f9df6-2bd7-457c-bc4b-985f6d18370b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | BEDFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | LUTON |
| Post town | Luton |
| Postcode | LU4 0DZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton |
| Local authority | Luton |
| Electoral ward | Poets |
| Westminster constituency | Luton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45215100 - Construction work for buildings relating to health

## Release History

- 28 Oct 2024 at 16:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c1f9df6-2bd7-457c-bc4b-985f6d18370b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c1f9df6-2bd7-457c-bc4b-985f6d18370b
  28th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Bedford:-Bedford-SDEC--Enabling-Work-Package/3ZB95SVE2S
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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