--- title: "GB-Colchester: 0463(PA) Redevelopment of External Space at Trinity Square" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e0913433-6726-4f2a-985a-280ab45da07d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e0913433-6726-4f2a-985a-280ab45da07d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e0913433-6726-4f2a-985a-280ab45da07d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e0913433-6726-4f2a-985a-280ab45da07d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL" published: "2026-02-12" --- # GB-Colchester: 0463(PA) Redevelopment of External Space at Trinity Square Buyer: COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e0913433-6726-4f2a-985a-280ab45da07d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e0913433-6726-4f2a-985a-280ab45da07d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e0913433-6726-4f2a-985a-280ab45da07d.json) ## Summary Colchester City Council has awarded a contract for the redevelopment of external space at Trinity Square, Colchester, focusing on landscape renovation around the Grade I Listed Holy Trinity Church. The project falls under the construction and landscape gardening services categories, with mechanical and electrical engineering services also involved. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, and the award was made on 11 February 2026. The contract starts on 3 March 2026 and is set to conclude by 31 August 2026. The total contract value is £565,000, and the location of delivery is in the East of England, United Kingdom. The project also involves designing and installing new and replacement railings and gates, and it uses the JCT Intermediate Building Contract with Contractor's Design 2024 Edition. This tender presents significant opportunities for construction companies, particularly those with expertise in landscape and architectural services. It is an excellent chance for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) seeking to expand their portfolio with high-profile projects, given the council's focus on suitability for SMEs. Businesses with experience in mechanical and electrical installations would find their skills highly relevant here. The open nature of the procurement method encourages diverse participation, allowing businesses to demonstrate their capability and innovation in managing public space renovations efficiently. Interested firms should have robust project management strategies to meet the stipulated timelines and quality requirements detailed in the provided project schedule. ## Notice Colchester City Council (the Council) wishes to commission a contractor to undertake Landscape renovation of the former churchyard around the Grade I Listed Holy Trinity Church in the centre of Colchester, with access via Culver Street West. The Works will include the landscape renovation as detailed, in addition to the design and construction of New and replacement railings and gates, including handrails and Mechanical and Electrical installation. This work will be undertaken using the JCT Form of Contract - Intermediate Building Contract with Contractor's Design 2024 Edition. A Site Visit will be arranged for either the 3rd or 5th December (Exact date to be confirmed), details will be provided via clarification through the e-tendering portal. Bidders are to include their proposed timeline within the Quality response - Question 3.2Programme (Including Project Timetable & Project Management). Further details of the requirements can be found in the accompanying specification document. 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. The contract commencement is stated as provisionally 3rd March 2026 with a 6 month construction period (estimated for purpose of this notice), although this is subject to bidders responses, which will be evaluated as part of the overall evaluation process. Guide budget is approximately PS850,000.00. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36238823-2137-48b2-adfa-a5497d803a46 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 19 Dec 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 11 Feb 2026 | | Contract period | 3 Mar 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £565,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £565,000 | | 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 | COLCHESTER CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | COLCHESTER | | Post town | Colchester | | Postcode | CO3 3WG | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex | | ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway | | Local authority | Colchester | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Colchester | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | BAKERS OF DANBURY | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work - 71334000 - Mechanical and electrical engineering services - 71420000 - Landscape architectural services - 71421000 - Landscape gardening services ## Release History - 12 Feb 2026 at 10:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36238823-2137-48b2-adfa-a5497d803a46 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/36238823-2137-48b2-adfa-a5497d803a46 12th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=1013853441 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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