---
title: "DEMOLITION SERVICES"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06754c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-03-26"
---

# DEMOLITION SERVICES

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06754c

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the University of Exeter, a sub-central public authority, overseeing the "Demolition Services" project. The contract, ID CS053242, is for the demolition of the Mardon Training Facility located in Exeter, United Kingdom (Postal Code: EX4 4QJ). The procurement method used is direct, below the threshold without competition, and the process is at the award stage as of 26th March 2026. The contract has been awarded to Sam Gilpin Demolition Limited, with the agreement running from 11th April 2026 to 31st July 2026. This falls under the works industry category, specifically dismantling works, with key contact being Melanie Cox from the University of Exeter.

This tender presents a unique opportunity for businesses in the demolition sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), to engage in public sector projects within the United Kingdom. Although the procurement method was direct, businesses with expertise in dismantling facilities could seek similar opportunities or partnerships for future projects. Given the specialist nature of the services required, businesses with established experience in handling substantial demolition projects, akin to those provided by Sam Gilpin Demolition Limited, are well-positioned to compete for such tenders.

## Notice

Project No 130384 Demolition of Mardon 1 58,000.00 58,000.00 EACH Project No 130384 Demolition of Mardon Training Facility. For works to demolish the training shed - as per your quotation GC/46 dated 25th Feb. '25

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027992-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 10 Apr 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £69,600 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SAM GILPIN DEMOLITION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45111300 - Dismantling works

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2026 at 14:26 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027992-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027992-2026
  26th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk
- http://www.gilpindemolitiongroup.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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