--- title: "Lucas Place - Milton Keynes - Decarbonisation Project" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-068c6f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068c6f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068c6f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068c6f.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "ORBIT GROUP LIMITED" published: "2026-06-09" --- # Lucas Place - Milton Keynes - Decarbonisation Project Buyer: ORBIT GROUP LIMITED Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-068c6f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-068c6f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-068c6f.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by ORBIT GROUP LIMITED, a sub-central government public authority, is currently in the planning stage for the "Lucas Place - Milton Keynes - Decarbonisation Project." This project, located in Milton Keynes, falls under the works category with a primary industry classification of construction work. The procurement is set to advance as a below-threshold process, with the anticipated contract period commencing on 1st January 2027 and concluding on 1st April 2028. A planned procurement notice was published on 9th June 2026, signaling future opportunities for contractors to participate in this decarbonisation initiative. The pre-market engagement, outlining the project's scope, has already taken place, with a significant milestone scheduled for 29th May 2026, emphasizing early market involvement. This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in construction, particularly those experienced in retrofit and decarbonisation projects. The tender involves tasks such as flat roof replacements, cavity wall insulation, and ventilation upgrades, making it suitable for contractors skilled in these areas. Companies positioned to act as Retrofit Assessors, Co-ordinators, and Principal Designers could find significant opportunities here. With the project designed to involve Orbit-owned and leasehold properties, enterprises adept at managing diverse property types and obtaining necessary planning permissions are well-suited to compete. This initiative not only aims at enhancing environmental sustainability but also at spurring competitive participation among diverse contractors to meet Orbit Group's rigorous requirements. ## Notice Orbit Group are looking to appoint one contractor who will act as Retrofit Assessor, Retrofit Co-ordinator, Retrofit Designer, Principal Designer (CDM and Building Regs) and Principal Contractor to complete designs and works in line with PAS 2035. Works are likely to include: Flat roof replacements (including insulation) Cavity Wall insulation Replacement Doors and Windows Isolated heating upgrades Ventilation upgrades Associated repairs ### Planning Information In preparation of the procurement Orbit wishes to carry out the Engagement and has published the Notice with the aim of: • Understanding the market, and its capacity to address Orbits requirements • Identifying contractors that may be able to deliver what is required • Increasing competition and the diversity of contractors interested in the procurement. • Identifying likely contractual terms • Informing the development of its procurement strategy and approach. Orbit are planning to present pre-Market Engagement via Webinar, held via MS Teams, whereby the Project team will provide an overview of the project and conduct a Q&A session, to gauge interest and help determine the contract duration and route to market. Please respond to this notice via the Procontract portal on the following link: https://procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=72867e4e-413a-f111-813c-005056b64545 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054046-2026 | | Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 29 May 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Jan 2027 - 1 Apr 2028 | | 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 | ORBIT GROUP LIMITED | | Locality | COVENTRY | | Post town | Coventry | | Postcode | CV3 2SU | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry | | Local authority | Coventry | | Electoral ward | Wyken | | Westminster constituency | Coventry East | | Delivery location | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45000000 - Construction work ## Release History - 9 Jun 2026 at 07:50 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054046-2026 - 28 Apr 2026 at 10:21 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038435-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054046-2026 9th June 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038435-2026 28th April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=72867e4e-413a-f111-813c-005056b64545 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.orbit.org.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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