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title: "WDC Polegate and Willingdon Medical Centre - Main Contractor (ESPH692)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059ffb"
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# WDC Polegate and Willingdon Medical Centre - Main Contractor (ESPH692)

Buyer: WEALDEN DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059ffb

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## Summary

Wealden District Council is overseeing a procurement process for the construction of a new medical centre in Polegate and Willingdon, located in Lower Willingdon, BN20 9NU at the Hindsland residential development. This project aims to consolidate two existing GP practices into a modern facility that adheres to NHS standards and features sustainable design elements like low carbon materials. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with Neilcott Construction Limited announced as the preferred supplier. The contract is valued at approximately £12,141,650 and is set to commence in March 2026, culminating in November 2027. While the competitive flexible procedure was employed, a selective procurement method ensured experienced contractors with relevant medical facility expertise were considered.

This tender is a substantial opportunity for businesses, particularly large construction firms with experience in delivering healthcare facilities. With a focus on sustainable building practices and the promise of a long-term project, companies can establish their presence in the growing primary care infrastructure sector. Firms adept in managing complex construction logistics and contract compliance stand the best chance of benefiting from this procurement, given the rigorous selection criteria that emphasise technical capability, environmental impact, and social value. The procurement process promotes growth for businesses able to meet stringent standards for quality and operational efficiency, thereby enhancing their portfolio in public sector projects.

## Notice

Wealden District Council are seeking to appoint a suitable qualified and experienced main contractor for delivery of a new medical centre in Polegate and Willingdon to increase primary care infrastructure in the area. This is to be located at the new Hindsland residential development at Eastbourne Road, Lower Willingdon, BN20 9NU. The proposed medical centre was proposed as part of the planning application for the wider Hindsland residential development to provide a new, state-of-the-art primary care centre which would enable two existing Polegate GP practices - Downlands and Manor Park - to co-locate. The proposed medical facility will consolidate the undersized and outdated Downlands and Manor Park GP practices into a new primary care facility. The objective is to meet modern NHS standards for primary care provision, support the growing demand, both in terms of quality and volume, for medical services and enhance patient care by enabling increased capacity, accessibility and operational efficiency. The building will be approximately 2003m2 GIA and three storeys high, fully accessible, and offering a large car park for patients and staff along with ambulance bay and utility vehicles. The centre will also be delivered to BREAAM excellent standard. Features will include low carbon materials, solar panels and air source heat pumps for hot water, heating and cooling. Initially, the successful tenderer will be appointed under a Pre-Construction Services Agreement (PCSA). This agreement will enable the contractor to work collaboratively with the client team during the pre-construction phase. Subject to satisfactory performance under the PCSA and agreement on key terms (including price, programme, and risk allocation), the contractor may then be formally appointed under a construction contract to deliver the works. The form of contract will be JCT Design and Build 2016. A planned procurement notice has not been completed as the contracting authority does not wish to reduce the timescales of this tender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019248-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 17 Mar 2026 - 1 Nov 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,500,000 |
| Lots value | £10,500,000 |
| Awards value | £10,118,042 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEALDEN DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | HAILSHAM |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN27 2AX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Wealden |
| Electoral ward | Hailsham Central |
| Westminster constituency | Sussex Weald |
| Delivery location | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NEILCOTT CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work
- 71220000 - Architectural design services

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 23:22 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019248-2026
- 23 Sep 2025 at 10:50 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058839-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019248-2026
  3rd March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058839-2025
  23rd September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.wealden.gov.uk/
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/esph/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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