---
title: "The Mercian QMGS Trust Refurbishment of Science Laboratories S1 and S5"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0685d7"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE MERCIAN TRUST"
published: "2026-04-20"
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# The Mercian QMGS Trust Refurbishment of Science Laboratories S1 and S5

Buyer: THE MERCIAN TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0685d7

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## Summary

The Mercian Trust, located in Walsall, United Kingdom, has completed its procurement process for refurbishing science laboratories S1 and S5 at Queen Mary's Grammar School. This contract, identified under the JCT Minor Works Building Contract 2024 Edition, involves stripping out existing fixtures and installing new ones, alongside necessary service alterations. The procurement was managed with limited competition, below the threshold, and the award was made on 20th April 2026. The contract has been signed with METRIC BUILDING SERVICES LIMITED, commencing on 1st June 2026 and concluding by 28th August 2026, valued at approximately £143,124 excluding VAT.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in refurbishment works, particularly those experienced in handling laboratory environments. Large-scale contractors like METRIC BUILDING SERVICES LIMITED have proven well-suited for such tasks, given the expertise required in refurbishing and compliance with building standards. For businesses aiming to expand their operations in educational infrastructure projects, engaging in similar tenders could provide strategic growth by aligning with public undertakings like The Mercian Trust.

## Notice

The Mercian Trust Refurbishment of Science Laboratories S1 and S5,the contract is a JCT Minor Works Building Contract 2024 Edition for the stripping out existing fixtures, fittings, finishes etc, and installing new, together with associated services alterations. Note: The procurement process is being administered by The CPC and the documents have been drafted by Ruch Davis Architects.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035433-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 28 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £143,124 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE MERCIAN TRUST |
| Locality | WALSALL |
| Post town | Walsall |
| Postcode | WS1 2PG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG38 Walsall |
| Local authority | Walsall |
| Electoral ward | Paddock |
| Westminster constituency | Walsall and Bloxwich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | METRIC BUILDING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45453100 - Refurbishment work

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2026 at 07:45 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035433-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035433-2026
  20th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.google.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.themerciantrust.org/

## Provenance

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