---
title: "Bidwell West 3FE Primary School"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-051099"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-051099.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-12"
---

# Bidwell West 3FE Primary School

Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051099

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## Summary

Central Bedfordshire Council is planning a public procurement process for the construction of the Bidwell West 3FE Primary School and Early Years building in Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire. This project falls within the building construction industry category and has an estimated spend of over £15,000,000. As part of a planned procurement process under the tender stage, the project is anticipated to commence in February 2026 and conclude by September 2027, with a maximum extension possible until March 2028. The procurement method utilised is selective, awarded under a framework, and involves competitive bidding. The council has published a pipeline notice on the 12th of May, 2025, signalling the initial planning stages of the project.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the building and construction industry to expand their portfolio by participating in a major educational infrastructure project. Companies experienced in large-scale public works, particularly those possessing relevant qualifications and resources to deliver complex construction projects, will be well-suited for this opportunity. The process encourages competitive participation, offering a platform for both established firms with a strong regional presence and those seeking to enter the Bedfordshire market to showcase their expertise and capability in executing substantial public sector contracts.

## Notice

Construction of new 3 Form Entry Primary School and Early Years building in Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire. Estimated spend: PS15,000,000 plus.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020363-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Award under framework |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 1 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | SHEFFORD |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG17 5TQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire |
| Local authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Shefford |
| Westminster constituency | Hitchin |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45210000 - Building construction work

## Release History

- 12 May 2025 at 10:15 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020363-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020363-2025
  12th May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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