---
title: "Learning centre construction"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bf78"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ROYAL KEW GARDENS"
published: "2026-06-29"
---

# Learning centre construction

Buyer: ROYAL KEW GARDENS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bf78

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to a direct award contract for the construction of a learning centre at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, located in Richmond, United Kingdom. The procurement was necessitated by the insolvency of the initially appointed contractor, prompting Royal Kew Gardens to make a direct award to ensure immediate continuation of the works. This contract, valued at £7,518,276, falls under the industry category of construction, specifically refurbishment work and consultative engineering. The project has reached the award stage, with a contract period set to commence on 15th July 2026 and conclude by 23rd June 2027. Notably, the procurement method utilised was a direct award, underscored by urgency and the need to maintain project delivery schedules.

This tender represents significant opportunities for construction firms, particularly those experienced in refurbishment work and engineering services, to engage in high-value projects with public authorities. Large-scale businesses, similar to Kind & Company Ltd, which has been identified as a supplier, would be well-suited to undertake such projects, benefiting from the opportunity to showcase their expertise and enhance their portfolio within the public sector. The direct engagement with Royal Kew Gardens presents a unique chance to establish a key relationship with a public authority, positioned in the strategic location of Richmond, part of the UK's sub-central government entities.

## Notice

DIRECT AWARD OF REMAINING CONSTRUCTION WORKS FOLLOWING CONTRACTOR INSOLVENCY

### Procurement Information

The original construction contract was awarded following a compliant PCR15 competitive procurement . Following contract award and commencement of the works, the appointed contractor entered insolvency. As a consequence, RBG Kew has terminated the contract in accordance with its contractual rights. The works are partially complete and require immediate continuation to avoid prolonged disruption to the project, protect Kew's assets and maintain programme delivery. Kew has considered the available procurement options and has concluded that a direct award represents the most appropriate and proportionate course of action.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060924-2026 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 14 Jul 2026 - 23 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £7,518,276 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ROYAL KEW GARDENS |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 3AQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KIND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 45453100 - Refurbishment work
- 71310000 - Consultative engineering and construction services

## Release History

- 29 Jun 2026 at 15:55 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060924-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060924-2026
  29th June 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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