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title: "Building Contract on behalf of The Bedford College Group"
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# Building Contract on behalf of The Bedford College Group

Buyer: BEDFORD COLLEGE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fc046375-39ec-4ce1-8db7-a26003b01fd3

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## Summary

The Bedford College Group is initiating a tender process for a prestigious building contract to construct a new zoological teaching facility at Shuttleworth, England. The project falls under the works category of building construction (CPV code 45210000) and has a total contract value of £650,000. The tender, currently in the active stage, is open for submissions until 17 August 2018. The contract period is expected to commence on 28 August 2018 and conclude by 31 December 2019. Interested parties should refer to the indicative drawings provided during the tender documentation phase for more information.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in various trades including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, data services, and security installations. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, as they may possess the agility and specialised expertise required for a project of this nature. Competing companies should be well-versed in collaborative approaches and able to offer comprehensive solutions for the diverse technical needs outlined in the tender.

## Notice

A project is just about to go to site to construct a new build zoological teaching facility at Shuttleworth. This will be a highly prestigious new build project on a significant historic site. I have attached some indicative drawings for your information. Bedford College require a single source sub-contractor who can supply the following specialist trades: * Electrical [Distribution and small power] * Mechanical; ventilation & cooling * Above ground drainage * Plumbing and water services * Data [CAT6] * CCTV * Security * Fire * Access control * PV installation * Commissioning and after care.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9da8e904-cdc9-4f69-be8c-7d34f2aa51bb |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Aug 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 Aug 2018 - 31 Dec 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £650,000 |
| 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 | BEDFORD COLLEGE |
| Locality | BEDFORD |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45210000 - Building construction work

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2018 at 19:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9da8e904-cdc9-4f69-be8c-7d34f2aa51bb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9da8e904-cdc9-4f69-be8c-7d34f2aa51bb
  23rd July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a98901c3-0e90-499b-8f78-a136910b4823
  Indicative Drawings
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/26adbf67-c80d-41ad-99dd-a8fa442549f3
  Indicative Drawings
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3ae0d0dc-454a-4bb1-906c-de9c452839a5
  Indicative Drawings

## Provenance

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