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title: "LSF Lot 2 Cove School - External Drainage Improvements (Landscape & External Works Framework) - AWARD"
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# LSF Lot 2 Cove School - External Drainage Improvements (Landscape & External Works Framework) - AWARD

Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e80ddca7-daaf-44ed-8c29-aa3c43095a55

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## Summary

The procurement process for external drainage improvements at Cove School, managed by Hampshire County Council, has reached the award stage. The contract, part of the Landscape & External Works Framework Lot 2, focuses on drainage and surface works (CPV code 45232451). The process concluded with an award to 3 Counties Civil Engineering Ltd on 20th May 2026. The project will commence on 25th May 2026 and is expected to conclude by 3rd July 2026. The work is located in Hampshire, United Kingdom, with the tender closing on 1st May 2026. The procurement method is classified under "Other," and the contract aligns with the works category, indicating specialised infrastructure improvements.

This tender offers business growth opportunities for companies specialising in civil engineering, particularly those with expertise in drainage and surface works. While the contract was not particularly aimed at SMEs or VCSEs, it offers substantial engagement for businesses capable of managing short-term infrastructure projects. Companies within or nearby Hampshire, or those with experience in comparable geographic regions, would find this opportunity suitable. The involvement of Hampshire County Council as the contracting authority suggests a commitment to quality and standards, beneficial for businesses aiming to enhance their portfolio through reputable government contracts.

## Notice

Dear Sir/Madam, In accordance with the Landscape & External Works Framework Lot 2 you are invited to tender for the External Drainage Improvements at Cove School and have been supplied with the attached documents. Please download all the documents and read VERY carefully. Opting In and Out Please note you are required to 'Opt In' before you can access the 'My tender Return' to start populating your response. The 'Opt Out' functionality will also be available throughout the duration of the tender process. Opting out will give you the option of declaring you no longer want to receive any further communication in relation to this tender along with the opportunity of providing comments and feedback for this decision. You can choose to 'Opt In' at any time during the tender process if you initially decided to 'Opt Out'. Your completed return document(s) should be submitted via In Tend no later than 2pm on Friday 1st May 2026. Kind regards, Procurement Support Team.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef0a7ba1-61de-4aa7-acc5-c0b13a6ab645 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 24 May 2026 - 3 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £67,639 |
| 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 | HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | HAMPSHIRE |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO23 8UL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Winchester |
| Electoral ward | St Michael |
| Westminster constituency | Winchester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | 3 COUNTIES CIVIL ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45232451 - Drainage and surface works

## Release History

- 20 May 2026 at 10:22 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef0a7ba1-61de-4aa7-acc5-c0b13a6ab645

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef0a7ba1-61de-4aa7-acc5-c0b13a6ab645
  20th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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