--- title: "Windmill Restoration Works" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d3d4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d3d4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d3d4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d3d4.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MILTON KEYNES CITY COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-13" --- # Windmill Restoration Works Buyer: MILTON KEYNES CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d3d4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05d3d4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05d3d4.json) ## Summary The Milton Keynes City Council is actively seeking bids for the "Windmill Restoration Works", which aims to restore the Grade II Listed Bradwell Windmill to serve as a community focal point. This tender forms part of a collaborative two-year initiative with local residents to revitalise the historic Windmill and surrounding site, ultimately preparing it for a 99-year lease to MK Museum. The procurement, categorised under construction and engineering works, falls within an open competition setting. Key details include a tender submission deadline at noon on 1st May 2026. The contract period is expected to begin on 22nd May 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2028, with a maximum gross value of £240,000. All interactions regarding this tender should occur through the specified e-tendering portal. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, restoration, and heritage projects. The awarded contract does not solely evaluate price but considers multiple criteria detailed in the procurement documents. Companies proficient in engineering works, particularly those with experience in restoring heritage sites, would be well-positioned to compete in this procurement. Engaging in such a project can significantly enhance a firm's portfolio and reputation within the community and influence similar future projects within the historic preservation sector. ## Notice Milton Keynes City Council are currently out to tender for the provision of a supplier to repair and restore the Grade II Listed Bradwell Windmill. The aim is to secure its future use as a community focal point. Milton Keynes City Council is exploring a two-year initiative to restore and revitalise the historic Windmill building and its surrounding site, in collaboration with local residents. The aim is to bring the site to a condition suitable for a 99-year full repairing lease to MK Museum, securing its long-term future as a valued community asset. Suppliers that would like to take part in this tender process are invited to "Express Interest" upon which they will be given access to the full tender documentation through this e-tendering system. Suppliers will be notified by email, and the tender documents can be accessed from the "My Tenders" area of this website by selecting the "View Details" button for this tender. Deadline for submissions of the tender will be 12:00 noon on Friday 1st May 2026. Please allow sufficient time to make your return as late returns will not be permitted. Any questions relating to this tender should be made via correspondence on the website. Please do not engage with any persons in the Council via email or phone regarding this tender. ### Planning Information For any suppliers interested in this opportunity please visit our e-Tendering portal - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/milton-keynes/aspx/Home ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033287-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 1 May 2026 | | Future notice date | 5 Dec 2025 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £200,000 | | Lots value | £200,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MILTON KEYNES CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | MILTON KEYNES | | Post town | Milton Keynes | | Postcode | MK9 3EJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes | | Local authority | Milton Keynes | | Electoral ward | Central Milton Keynes | | Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central | | Delivery location | TLJ12 Milton Keynes | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work - 45220000 - Engineering works and construction works ## Release History - 13 Apr 2026 at 12:46 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033287-2026 - 19 Mar 2026 at 16:53 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025447-2026 - 21 Nov 2025 at 11:05 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075938-2025 - 27 Oct 2025 at 08:33 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068391-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033287-2026 13th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025447-2026 19th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075938-2025 21st November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068391-2025 27th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/milton-keynes/aspx/Home For any suppliers interested in this opportunity please visit our e-Tendering portal - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/milton-keynes/aspx/Home ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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