---
title: "HQ U Block Shuttering Works"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a9e6"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06a9e6"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a9e6.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a9e6.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX"
published: "2026-06-01"
---

# HQ U Block Shuttering Works

Buyer: THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a9e6

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06a9e6)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a9e6.json)

## Summary

The procurement process for the "HQ U Block Shuttering Works" was conducted by The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Essex. This tender, classified under the "works" category, was aimed at providing labour and materials necessary for shuttering works at the HQ U Block. Located in Witham, United Kingdom, the project was in the award stage with the contract being awarded to J W Steele & Sons Ltd, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Chelmsford. The procurement method utilised was a limited competition due to being below the threshold, with the contract starting on 15th August 2026 and ending on 16th September 2026. Key dates include the contract being signed on 18th May 2026 and published on 1st June 2026.

This tender presents business growth opportunities for companies specialising in installation of shutters and related construction services. SMEs, particularly those with expertise in construction works similar to shuttering, would find this tender appealing as it aligns with limited competition procurement, thus offering a competitive edge in securing government contracts. The structured legal framework and clear timeline provide a secure environment for businesses seeking to expand their portfolios within public authority projects. Engaging in such projects not only enhances business reputation but also opens up avenues for future contracts with sub-central government bodies.

## Notice

Provide labour & materials to carry out the proposed shuttering works as the provided schedule of works.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051208-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Aug 2026 - 16 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £14,945 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR ESSEX |
| Locality | WITHAM |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM8 3HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway |
| Local authority | Braintree |
| Electoral ward | Silver End & Cressing |
| Westminster constituency | Witham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | J W STEELE & SONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45421142 - Installation of shutters

## Release History

- 1 Jun 2026 at 08:54 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051208-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051208-2026
  1st June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://atamis-7459.my.site.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06a9e6. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06a9e6.json.