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title: "AT1452 Civil and Structural Inspections for Luton Rising DART"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069852"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "LUTON BOROUGH COUNCIL"
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# AT1452 Civil and Structural Inspections for Luton Rising DART

Buyer: LUTON BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069852

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## Summary

Luton Borough Council, in collaboration with Luton Rising, is planning a procurement process titled "AT1452 Civil and Structural Inspections for Luton Rising DART." This procurement will focus on architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services for the Luton DART, a direct air rail transport service. The procurement, classified under public authority - sub-central government and public undertaking, involves the inspection of civil engineering assets and a review of structural reports related to landslips, drains, and manholes. A market engagement event is scheduled for 4th June 2026 in Luton, providing potential suppliers with insights into the procurement process, with a subsequent tendering process set to follow via the ProContract e-tendering portal.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in civil and structural engineering services, particularly those able to conduct comprehensive inspections and engineering reports. The contract, with a considerable financial scope of £3,600,000, is open to SMEs and VCSEs, ensuring diverse participation. Starting in January 2027 and spanning a decade, the opportunity is ideal for firms with expertise in airport infrastructure inspections and maintenance, aiming to grow through long-term government contracts. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance the visibility and reach of businesses within the public sector infrastructure domain.

## Notice

To conduct principal inspection of Luton DART (direct air rail transport) civil engineering assets, followed by ongoing general inspections. Also to review structural engineering reports and inspections for a landslip, drains, manholes etc. to be inspected and reviews of all civil structures and assets at the airport.

### Planning Information

A Market Engagement event will take place in Luton on 04 June 2026 at 09:30am which will include a presentation, question and answer session and the opportunity to go on the DART. This event is being led by Luton Rising with Luton Council assisting with the procurement. 
If you would like to attend the event in Luton on the 04 June please email Caroline.Sturman@luton.gov.uk and you will be sent an invite.
The tender opportunity will be conducted through the ProContract (Proactis) e-tendering portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044191-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Jan 2027 - 1 Jan 2037 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LUTON BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | LONDON LUTON AIRPORT LIMITED |
| Locality | LUTON |
| Post town | Luton |
| Postcode | LU1 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton |
| Local authority | Luton |
| Electoral ward | Vauxhall |
| Westminster constituency | Luton South and South Bedfordshire |
| Delivery location | TLH21 Luton |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 14 May 2026 at 07:26 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044191-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044191-2026
  14th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.luton.gov.uk
- https://lutonrising.org.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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